We took a journey with some relatives out to the Dugway Goede Beds on a recent Saturday afternoon. We were accompanied by my sister-in-law’s family, who had been there before and knew where and what ...

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Recently my dear bride, the saintly Susan, and I stepped into the world of the 49ers and the desert rats who, in ages past, scoured the lonely places for precious minerals. I’m not suggesting we ...

Wear jeans and bring along a small pickax. Expect crowds, but don’t worry — crystal enthusiasts tend to be a genial, family-friendly lot. By Malia Wollan “If you’re looking for crystals, Arkansas is ...