
Amber — ancient, gorgeous, and surprisingly not a mineral!
Join us as Maxine Dearborn takes us on a dazzling journey through one of nature's most extraordinary gems. From rough raw finds to stunning finished jewelry, you'll see and touch real samples, learn how Amber forms, where it's found, and how to polish, care for, and identify it.
Warning: you WILL leave wanting an Amber necklace. Don't miss it!

Fire, ice, and everything
in between!
Iceland sits on one of the most geologically wild places on Earth, where tectonic plates collide, volcanoes roar, and the ground itself is constantly changing. Our next meeting dives into this incredible island and the forces that shape it.
Whether you're a rockhound, a traveler, or just someone who loves when the Earth goes dramatic; get in on it!

It's picnic season and
members get to party!
Our annual July picnic is a members-only good time, and we want YOU there with your best picnic dish; friends, and fellow rock lovers, what more could you ask for?
Not a member yet? No problem! Apply in June and you'll be in just in time to grab a lawn chair and join the fun.
Don't sit this one out — apply today and let's celebrate summer together!
Join the fun!
Whether you're a lifelong collector or just picked up your first rock, there's a place for you in our community. Members enjoy access to lapidary equipment, field trips, workshops, and a welcoming group of fellow enthusiasts who share your curiosity. Our club is built on the belief that everyone has something to learn and something to share, no matter where you are in your journey.
From kids joining Pebble Pups to seasoned rockhounds hunting California and beyond's best collecting sites, we grow and learn together. Join the Oxnard Gem & Mineral Society today and start exploring what the earth has made.

Photo credit: Refugio Lira