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Announcements / EventsThe place to let the community know of upcoming events such as chapter meetings, collecting trips, and local mineral shows.11 Topics · 13 PostsLast post: Don Newsome is selling his fluores … · 5 months ago · Don Newsome

Don Newsome is selling hi …
5 months ago · Don Newsome

IntroductionsLet us know who you are and how you became interested in fluorescent rocks.9 Topics · 11 PostsLast post: New to the Glow · 4 months ago · GlowPaws

New to the Glow
4 months ago · GlowPaws

What is it?You have this really cool fluorescent rock, but you’ve no idea what it is. Post a pic and tell us where it came from, and our experts will help you figure it out.3 Topics · 8 PostsLast post: fluorescent calcite on specimen of … · 8 months ago · Mountain Mineral

fluorescent calcite on sp …
8 months ago · Mountain Mineral

Showing OffPost your pics of your newest addition or even your whole collection. Wow us!8 Topics · 14 PostsLast post: OK Geodes 2 · 6 months ago · KStateKing

OK Geodes 2
6 months ago · KStateKing

CollectingTips and tidbits on where to collect and how best to do it. Share your latest explorations as well.3 Topics · 5 PostsLast post: PSA: Collecting legally. Check bef … · 11 months ago · FMS President

PSA: Collecting legally. …
11 months ago · FMS President

UV LightsWhat type of UV light do I need; which one is best? Answers and opinions offered here.0 Topics · 0 PostsNo topics yet!

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DisplayHow to I display my fluorescent rocks? Which lights, what type of glass, how do I get a great black background? Share your tips and ask for suggestions.1 Topic · 3 PostsLast post: Fluorescent Spheres under SW UV · 12 months ago · markcole

Fluorescent Spheres under …
12 months ago · markcole

PhotographyTaking great images of fluorescent rocks is tough. Here’s the place to share tips on how to improve your pics, even if you’re only using a cell phone.0 Topics · 0 PostsNo topics yet!

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ScienceFor those technically inclined, or those wanting to learn, this is the place for discussion the science of fluorescent minerals.3 Topics · 5 PostsLast post: Cool article about use of LW UV to … · 12 months ago · pneuhoff

Cool article about use of …
12 months ago · pneuhoff