Welcome to the official web site of the umbrella association for the rockhounding clubs of British Columbia, Canada
The British Columbia Lapidary Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging and promoting the lapidary hobby throughout British Columbia. The Society is made up of 31 charter clubs representing over 2,500 members who share a passion for rocks, minerals, crystals, gemstones, and fossils. In addition to supporting clubs across the province, we offer scholarships and are proud members of the Gem and Mineral Federation of Canada.
Join a Club
To get started working in a lapidary shop, or begin exploring British Columbia for interesting rocks and minerals, locate and join your local rock and gem club. Members of our chartered clubs are also members of the British Columbia Lapidary Society and have the ability to participate in field trips and annual events including Rendezvous and Summer Camp. Most of our charter clubs run lapidary workshops at community centres or purpose-built facilities and allow their members to access equipment and specialty programming for a nominal fee.
Cabochon Cutting
Grind and polish stones for pendants, rings, or collectables
Wire Wrapping
Craft metal findings for jewellery using wire
Silver Smithing
Work with metal to create custom jewellery and findings for stone
Rock Carving
Create 3D works of art by carving soapstone and alabaster
Rock Hunting
Treasure hunt throughout BC for cool finds
Displays
Display your work and finds to the public at rock shows
