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The Maryland Geological Society, a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to the collection, study, and display of all aspects
of the geological sciences, is composed of amateur and professional fossil and mineral collectors. Membership is open to all and
visitors are always welcome!
To view the most recent version of the MGS homepage,
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Latest NewsIn-Person Meeting May 21, 2023
The Maryland Geological Society and the American Fossil Federation held a joint in-person meeting on
Sunday, May 21st, 2023. The primary news announced by MGS President Rick Smith is that the club will
hold one more meeting in 2023 in the fall at a date to be determined. The highlight of the meeting was
a presentation on "Predation by Sharks in the Fossil Record" by Dr. Stephen Godfrey, Curator of Paleontology at
the Calvert Marine Museum.
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Next MeetingTBA
Featured Mineral
The featured mineral is microcline, so named for its cleavage planes. Of all microclines,
amazonite is of most importance for collectors and gem cutters. The specimens pictured
below were photographed by MGS member Bob Farrar and are from his collection.
  TripsThe MGS Trips page has information on policies regarding trips and details about any upcoming trips.
MGS trips are restricted to members. There are no trips currently scheduled.
Notable QuotesAmong the enduring lessons of geology is a recognition of how fleeting,
fragile, and precious our present moment is.
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The Maryland Geological Society is a member of the
Eastern Federation of Mineralogical and Lapidary Societies
and the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies.
The Maryland Geological Society is NOT affiliated with the Maryland Geological Survey, a state governmental organization. |
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