World inside a rock: Richardson Ranch Moss Bed Thunderegg

World inside a rock: Richardson Ranch Moss Bed Thunderegg New camera calls for testing out the macro rig. What better test than a crazy, mossy thunderegg from Richardson’s Ranch! “Moss” is a common term for the filament-like structures formed by mineral inclusions found inside certain agates. Many can be greenish colors and truly resemble moss, […]

Boulder opal

Boulder opal One of Sabrina’s favorites, these were some of her birthday presents this year.

Polka Dot Agate Mine

PDA Mine: Thunder egg

The Polka Dot Agate Mine Polka Dot Agate or PDA is an orbicular agate popular for jewelry found a short drive past Madras, Oregon. That’s the headline attraction at the mine, but this site produces so much more. The mine recently changed ownership and reportedly was being considered for closure until a highly productive thunder […]