Take the Kids on a Gem Mining Adventure in the Smoky Mountains of NC
Posted On Monday, March 28, 2022
Calling all rockhounds and treasure hunters! There are so many adventures that await you after you check in to your Bryson City cabin rental in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Why not introduce your kids to a little sluicing? Gem mining is just one of the many exciting adventures for families with kids. The thrill of the hunt combined with the potential to find natural beauties like rubies, emeralds, amethyst, sapphire, topaz, quartz and more make for a very fun day filled with local history, geology, and hands-on learning. Don't forget to try your hand at panning for gold! The best part is that you get to take a piece of North Carolina home with you. Who's ready for a gem mining adventure?
Gem Mining Tips to Get You Started
Like any outdoor adventure, you will want to have what you need for a day spent out in the elements. There are really only a few things you you'll need for your gem mining adventure. Here's what you might want to consider bringing with you before heading out of your cabin.
- Shoes suited for wet or muddy areas
- Clothes that you don't mind getting wet, dirty or muddy
- Sunscreen for sunny days
- A bag to carry home your special treasures
- A packed lunch or snacks depending on where you go and if concessions are available
- A good eye, a little patience, and adventurous spirit
Where to Go Gem Mining in the NC Smoky Mountains
Every gem mining adventure is its own unique experience. Here are a few places in the Smoky Mountains, not far from your Bryson City cabin, where you can get out there and seek your treasure. Good luck!
Have you been on a gem mining adventure in the smoky mountains?
What natural treasures did you find? 💎
