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What this area is known for: 1.Talc and tremolite 2. Vesuvianite, garnet, and diopside from Eden Mills 3. 4.	Biggest finds in this area: 1.What was found, plus brief description 2. 3.
Local appraisers: 1. Name, contact info/website 2. 3. 4.	Local geocaching/treasure hunting clubs: 1. Club name, contact info 2. 3. 4.
Best time of year to go:	Other helpful resources: (newspapers, websites, etc) 1. www.mindat.org 2. 3.
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THE BEST PLACES TO HUNT Regions can have multiple good spots to go — add details to build a complete guide.

Location #1: Chester Mines General description: Actinolite, Ankerite, Chrysotile, Serpentine and Talc. Some nice sprays of actinolite crystals have been gathered from the dump on the west side of the road	How to get there:At the intersection of Route 11 and Route 35 in the town of Chester go south on Rte 35 about 0.7 miles. Turn left onto the old road for approximately 1.6 miles. The mine will be on the right and easily visable from the road. The mine dumps are located on both sides of the road. For more information: http://www.rockhounds.com/rockshop/vtsites.html
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Handy to bring along: 1.Sledge hammer 2.Chisels 3.Rock bucket 4. Gloves & safety glasses	Helpful notes to newcomers:

Location #2: Chester Garnet Mine General description:Garnet, Kyanite and Stourolite. Some very well formed garnet and staurolite crystals can be collected from this area	How to get there: From the town of Chester head north on Route 103. The garnet mine has been covered over by a new bridge that was built about 0.8 miles past the intersection of Rts 10 and 103. However there is still good collecting in the road cuts and the fill area around the bridge.
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Handy to bring along: 1.Sledge hammer 2.Chisels 3.Safety Glasses $ Gloves	Helpful notes to newcomers:

Location #3: Chester Talc Mine General description:Talc and Serpentine. Some nice talc specimens both massive and foliate can be found	How to get there:From the town of Chester head north on Route 103 about eight miles. There will be an active mine in operation by Windsor Minerals on the left, it is posted and access is not obtainable. However, you can observe an operating mine from the parking lot and if you ask nicely they might let you do a little collecting along the edge of the filled parking lot for the trucks. Please do not dig holes in the parking lot and refill any that you make along the edge.
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Handy to bring along: 1. 2. 3.	Helpful notes to newcomers: A three prong garden rake and a trenching shovel may be necessary to dig out specimens to bring home. Don't forget goggles and gloves for protection. http://www.rockhounds.com/rockshop/vtsites.html

Location #4: Asbestos Mine General description: Garnet and Vesuvianite Crystals and Other Minerals This site is a closed asbestos mine with a significant amount of asbestos in the dumps. Anyone that has an aversion to the possibility of lung problems should stay away. Reasonable precautions such as using a face mask and goggles should be sufficient protection for most individuals.	How to get there: From Interstate 89 take State route 100 north towards Stowe and Hyde Park. Go past the intersection of Rte 100 and Rte 118 in Eden about 1.2 miles. There will be a general store on the left in the town of Eden Mills. Just beyond the general store take the road that forks off to the left up the hill. The VAG mine is about 2.5 miles down this road on the left. It is nearly impossible to miss as the asbestos piles can be seen from about a mile away
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Handy to bring along: 1. 2. 3.	Helpful notes to newcomers: A rock pick, rock chisels, pry bars, hand sledge, shovel and 3 tined rake are all recommended for collecting at this site. For the less aggressive a shovel, rake and sifting box could produce some reasonable results by working the dumps. Credit: Thanks to the members of the Nashua Mineral Society for providing the locations of numerous sites including this one.

Location #5: Great Web Site for Collecting in Vermont http://nuggetfever.com/minerals_of_vermont.htm	How to get there: The Vermont Agency of Development and Community Affairs gratefully acknowledges the efforts of Mrs. William Schedule of the Burlington Gem and Mineral Club and Dr. Charles Doll in the preparation of this material for distribution to Vermont visitors.
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Handy to bring along: 1. 2.	Helpful notes to newcomers: Numerous sites across the state are listed. A great resource for any rockhound visited the sate.

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