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Michigan Rockhounds Receives Prestigious Award
WNEM TV5
WNEM TV5’s Colette Boyd interviews Michigan Rockhounds founder, Cody Wiedenbein, on changing the lives of Michiganders throughout the state with a love for geology, and the prestigious award of acceptance into Meta’s Community Accelerator Program.
Rules Of Rock Hunting In Northern Michigan
Record Patriot
“That’s true whether the quarry is deer, morels or even something that could actually come from a quarry. Rock hunting is a pastime enjoyed by many, and Benzie County is among the best places to find some of the region’s most sought-after stones.”
How to look for Leland Blue stone, a Michigan rock hunting treasure
MLIVE
“In recent years, Leland Blue — the enchanting Michigan beach stone that actually is not a stone at all — has become one of the Great Lakes’ most sought-after rock-hunting riches.”
Leland Blue stone: What is this beach treasure everyone is looking for Up North?
MLIVE
“Among the many treasures to be found on Michigan beaches, Leland Blue has quickly become one of the most beloved.”
A Big Win For Michigan Rockhounds
Northern Express
“If you’re a rock collector in Michigan, chances are you’ve heard of Michigan Rockhounds. Founded just two years ago as a hobbyist Facebook group with a mere dozen members, the organization has grown to nearly 100,000 members and is perhaps the state’s top convener for people who share the “rockhounding” passion.“
Interview: Founder of Michigan Rockhounds talks amateur rock hunting, collecting
Click On Detroit
“We're sitting down with Cody Weidenbein, the founder of Michigan Rockhounds: A rockhounding resource hub that helps people learn more and engage with the geology community. “
Who Knew Beaches in the Dark Could Be So Fun?
Click On Detroit
“Leland, Mich. – What is dismissed in the daylight is considered treasure when the sun sets. While some hunt for the well-known, others know of a different prize that can only be found under the glow of a 365nm UV light.”
Rockhounds Shine Light on New Rock Discovery in Leland
Up North live
“Leland's history has beach combers searching for the famous Leland Blue rocks, which is slag from iron smelting operations. “
Sanford Resident to Start Rock Hunting Business From Popular Facebook Group
Midland daily news
“When Sanford Lake dried to its lakebed, Sanford resident Cody Wiedenbein saw it as a treasure hunt.”
Michigan Rock Hunters Help Those Who Are Homebound
WBCK 95.3
“Meet Jason. Jason has been wheelchair-bound since he was injured at age 5. Jason loves rock hunting but has been unable to physically go to beaches to hunt for new treasures.”