If you think sand is just tiny rocks, the insignificant stuff of beaches and dunes, or simply a substance with the ability to invite itself into regions of your clothing where it is most unwelcome, then you need to take a closer look. Consider a sample of green sand. Some grains have bubbles or inclusions. Some are angular and some are rounded. What is it? How did it form? Or how about another sample that looks like tiny stars? What are those little things? How did they end up in some sand? Well, now you know why we have a section for people interested in sand!

So, those of you who thought you were the only person weird enough to think it was a good idea to keep baggies and jars full of sand -- come join us! Even if you still think sand is just tiny rocks, even if you think you already have enough hobbies, or even if you just want to see what all the excitement is about – come join us!

Sand Section Message

Writing Sand
Photo by Lori Carter

Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Social Time: 7:00 PM
Meeting Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom Link on the GMS Calendar here
Speaker: Thom Hopen
Topic: "Writing Sand"

In February, Bob Jarrett took us on a tour of sand dunes – on other planets! He even showed us dunes on asteroids! He has talked about this subject before, so he reviewed some basics, and added some recent research and discoveries. We learned so much and had some lively conversation afterwards. Thank you, Bob!

In March, Thom Hopen will talk about writing sand. Who used it? What is it? When was it used? Where did they use it? Why was it used? How was it used? Curious? Zoom into the March Sand Section meeting and learn a little history and science about sand.

Lori Carter
Sand Section Chair

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2026 Sand Calendar

The 2026 sand calendar is here! As always, the pictures are stunning and the write-ups are well-researched and educational! You can purchase the calendar on ebay HERE. They are limited edition, so don't delay, order yours today!