AdventureKEEN’s rocks & minerals products are proven sellers: more than 350,000 units sold Rock hunting is a growing hobby throughout the USA, and this is a great introduction to finding some of the most coveted types of treasures In-depth look at the region’s most sought-after targets, including agates, gold, silver, fossils, and more Teaches the actual prospecting process: how to dig for, find, and identify each type Full-color photographs and range maps Need-to-know information on equipment, safety, and the legality of collecting Advice on polishing your finds and tips on which Midwest rock events are most worth attending Strong interest in rocks and minerals (e.g. many tourists visiting rock shops, significant sales of books relating to agates and other rocks & minerals) Author is an expert rock hunter with a lifetime of experience Covers Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, South Dakota, and Wisconsin