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The Georgia Mineral Society, Inc. 4138 Steve Reynolds Boulevard Norcross, GA 30093-3059 |
Ad Hoc Tumbling Group
A Special GMS Group
for People Interested in Tumbling Rocks
The Ad Hoc Tumbling Group Meets
Third Tuesday
Every Odd Month
Many people, young and old, begin their rockhound journeys by tumbling stones. It is a great way to get into the hobby and there is so much to learn from tumbling.
The GMS Ad Hoc Tumbling Group meets every odd month via Zoom to talk about all things tumbling. If you are interested, you must be a member of GMS, and all members are encouraged to submit ideas for topics to cover.
The group also sponsors and runs an annual rock tumbling contest for novice and experienced tumblers. Winners are announced at our annual Mother's Day Weekend Rock Show.
If you have any questions about the Ad Hoc Tumbling Group, please send email to
Ad Hoc Tumbling Group Message
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026Time: Social Time 7:00 pm, Meeting Starts at 7:30 pm
Topic: General Discussion
Location: Virtually via Zoom Link sent to members via email
As the new year commences, we extend a warm invitation to explore the engaging world of rock tumbling with our Ad-hoc Tumbling Group. We are delighted to announce our consistent meeting schedule, convened virtually via Zoom on the third Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November. Join us promptly at 7:00 PM EST for sign-in, with our official proceedings commencing at 7:30 PM EST. We firmly believe that our collective passion for this captivating hobby shines brightest when shared among enthusiasts.
Looking ahead, we are diligently planning an enriching program for the upcoming year, designed to cater to all levels of interest and expertise. Our future meetings will feature a diverse range of content from winners of the tumbling contest sharing their winning strategies, insightful guest speakers sharing their advanced techniques, and informative "how-to" sessions providing practical guidance for enhancing your tumbling projects. We are committed to fostering an environment of continuous learning and shared discovery.
Currently, excitement is building as our much-anticipated rock tumbling contest is well underway! Participants are showcasing their dedication and skill, and we eagerly anticipate recognizing their achievements. The eagerly awaited announcement of the contest winners will take place at the annual GMS Mother's Day Show, a highlight of our yearly calendar.
Should you have any inquiries regarding rock tumbling, or if you are interested in contributing further by co-chairing this dynamic group, please do not hesitate to reach out. Kindly direct all correspondence to tumbling@gamineral.org. We genuinely look forward to another exciting and vibrant year of shared passion and camaraderie.
Tim Hellinger
Co-Chair (co-chair open for volunteers)
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