

Got a backyard rock you've always wondered about? UCSC geologists will ID your rocks, fossils, and minerals for free at this drop-in event.
Geology experts on-site
Bring your own rocks
Hands-on identification
Free museum day
Tips
🪨3-rock max for ID if it gets crowded
⏰no formal presentation, just drop in anytime
🎉part of Laura Hecox Day celebration
Saturday, July 18, 12:00 PM
Rockin' Pop Up!
July 18 at 12pm


Got a backyard rock you've always wondered about? UCSC geologists will ID your rocks, fossils, and minerals for free at this drop-in event.
Geology experts on-site
Bring your own rocks
Hands-on identification
Free museum day
Tips
🪨3-rock max for ID if it gets crowded
⏰no formal presentation, just drop in anytime
🎉part of Laura Hecox Day celebration
Saturday, July 18, 12:00 PM
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