Geode Hunting in Kentucky

[@willhead9958]

Hour south of Lexington? Right in my area. There’s countless geodes in the creeks all around the Cumberland

[@RockHunterMark]

Geoderifick

[@Mr_badjoke]

Can't you use a wet saw? Just as well throw them at the ground

[@chiefaton]

I love seeing the reveal! I like wrapping mine in a wet towel or shirt once it's chained up. Loose enough to see when it pops so I don't keep crankin, but tight enough to contain. Safer for the eyes, not to mention whats inside the geode! Great hunting!

[@marshalllee2509]

I found geodes off of creek right by the river in Kentucky but the whole entire field that they freshly broke to try to grow crops and was nothing but Geos in the rainwater has just washed them and there you cannot take one step without stepping on one

[@marshalllee2509]

I found these when I was a kid and they’re still there to this day but it is in Henderson County passed Niagara in Robards

[@doobiecfoogle]

Is it near a creek at all? I grew up in Hopkins County (near Henderson) but live in Maine now. We are headed back to Madisonville in September & are hoping to do some rockhounding once down there. Any suggestions of places in the Western Ky area? We'd love to find something to bring back. Just started shark teeth hunting here in Maine. So very excited for that. Thanks so much!!

[@rockscousteau]

I think I have seen these in my area Mark....and had no idea they were geodes. This has me really curious now....I am going to have to go see If I can pick a few up. You been finding any points? It has been slow here,,,,gettting a few....but not many

[@RockHunterMark]

Hey Rocks, I found three points last week. I hope you find geodes. It has been slow here too. A lot of the possible geodes are usually solid crystal inside. Still this is a good find. Have fun with your treasure hunting and rock on

[@mikehulsman9258]

How do you access the creek? Is it public?

[@beyondtheroadsideadventure686]

Me and my wife are just getting into rockhounding but do not understand what Creek (names) to look in we're unfamiliar to the area

[@ccoutdoors590]

Yea buddy made my evening! I recognize those calves. They look like eyes paired up like that on display. Maybe a stump carving with geod eyes? Deer scouting has begun:) The beauty in nature always humbles the good old boys, praise God. PS...Wabamm!!

[@RockHunterMark]

Wasaabaaammmmm

[@jefftrag1956]

Mark on day 27 there was the bonis geode and I was thinking that if you cut the center out leaving the void in a rectangular block, then polished that it might be reall cool.

[@RockHunterMark]

I don’t have any polishing tools

[@thearrowheadreapers8668]

Enjoyed the show as always buddy. That's a lot of rock hauling. Waiting for your next video 👍🏹

[@RockHunterMark]

Thank you kind sir, I am glad you’re watching my videos. I’m looking forward to my next mission for rocks.

[@shannonspaulding5776]

Was this is Lincoln county?

[@ShadowDeathG]

I love in Kentucky so I love all these rock hounding channels that live or come here I have a few spots I pick,but I would love too know where this is because I’m about 30-45 mins from lex myself I live in Frankfort

[@ericwest1197]

You wasn't to far from my brothers. He lives in Casey county outside Liberty. There's some killer creeks down in that area. That crusher is awesome in slow motion. I understand how it works better now. Thanks for sharing.

[@RockHunterMark]

The chain puts a pressure point all the way around spaced out onto the geode. This will give you a nice even break. My giant stone splitter puts pressure on two points at the top and the bottom. This makes for a more uneven break .

[@bryanwalters502]

That water sure sounds peaceful

[@dougturner9743]

Where is this

[@lesliesisson2908]

Thank you for the video

[@chuckswain8299]

I'm a Kentuckian. I would like to do what you are doing but too many snakes

[@RockHunterMark]

I don’t blame you, snakes can hurt you

[@michaelstrong3634]

Love hunting Geodes, a friend owns a large plot of land near Summerset KY. Stop by his place every trip to the Smokies

[@RockHunterMark]

That is great to have a place to go. Love the Smokies

[@barbarafritchie2000]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks 😊

[@77Shiloh7]

Hey Mark! I love seeing you open the geodes! They're very pretty! Any advice on how to look for geodes along the river? I'm in Southeastern Ohio near the Scioto River.

[@RockHunterMark]

There aren’t geodes everywhere. I would try creeks And construction sites. If you don’t have a certain kind of rock type found in your area then you get online and find a place near you. Happy rock hunting

[@77Shiloh7]

@@RockHunterMark Thank you Mark. My Son and I walk along the River a lot. I often see simple round Rocks. Usually I am just looking for a nice Rock to add to my Garden . But , I am wondering if I may be missing some Geodes.? I watch Yorkshire Fossils on YT and the Ammonites they find are round rocks that appear to have a seam line in them . I am wondering what specifically to look for in a Geode? Maybe its just 'hit or miss ? Have a wonderful week !

[@RockHunterMark]

The only thing I can say is that the geodes around here have little dimples on the outside of the rock. It’s hard to describe what to look for. Hope the best for you, rock on

[@77Shiloh7]

@@RockHunterMark Okay Thanks . I will be hunting for dimpled Rocks !

[@lynnsboone222]

@RockHunter Mark. Hi Mark, I'm in Bardstown Kentucky for a few days. I'm new to rockhounding but love love geodes. Do you know of any places around here I can go try my luck? I was amazed at how many you found at that one creek then read that it was private. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Have a blessed day.

[@Gamingreviewer300]

this video was AWESOME!!

[@missourioutdooradventures]

As always enjoyed watching thanks for sharing 👍

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks for watching

[@jessiehale2650]

geodes are awesome

[@jamescobb9459]

Great video Rockhunter! Some o those Kentucky geodes were awesome! Would be cool to slab saw some o those up!! NIIIIICE! See you at Geodefest @ Keokuk in September ?? Keep rockin Doooood!! LOVE IT !!

[@RockHunterMark]

Not this year but next year possibly sounds great 👍

[@marshalllee2509]

At least I think they are they look like white crystals with purple in them

[@lotamama3859]

Kentuckian going home this October and want to geode hunt!!! Where do I go? I’m going to be in Central KY??? Please tell!

[@RockHunterMark]

Try small creeks. I go south of Lexington about one hour. That’s as good as I can do for you

[@biggbear6218]

You was hour south of Lexington I d say you was in Lincoln or Pulaski county

[@angiemitchell280]

I live in Southern Illinois, what part of Kentucky is this, if you don't mind me asking? I started rock hunting 5 yrs ago and the few Geodes I have been able to find were in rock beds that was hauled in. I am absolutely dying to go Geode and Arrowhead hunting asap I just don't know where to go or what to look for. Is there any certain tips I need to know when hunting Geodes? This is an amazing video and you are my favorite KZbin Rock Hound.

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks, northern Illinois is a good place for Geodes. There’s lotta public mines up there. Near Keokuk, Iowa.

[@kevinpaquette6339]

The Indians carved a lot of birds I see a couple of those were carved you're missing tails and you're missing heads if you look at them closely one of them was big size good size you can see feathers and wings carved into them if you look closely have a great day good find

[@sharoncalme3423]

Where is this river located

[@RockHunterMark]

In Missouri

[@katiedid713926]

Great video. I just discovered your channel. My brother and I talk often about geode hinting. We’re in Eastern KY. How do you know what creek to go? Where are you in this video. I know you said south of Lexington, but where exactly?

[@lotamama3859]

Love your channel!

[@RockHunterMark]

Thank you!

[@jefftrag1956]

Must of missed this one.

[@JCSIspired]

Hr south of Lexington??? Your in my neck of the woods son!

[@RockHunterMark]

Beautiful country

[@mria621]

The hardest part of rock hunting for me is carrying all the geodes back to my car. I find SO MANY in Kentucky, all over the place, lately have been hitting up Stanford and Somerset areas. I haven’t been to one creek where I haven’t found a TON. I got some heavy rope and a wagon to try next weekend. It’s hard carrying them in a backpack or bucket-I even tried a pillow case, but I always come home with at least 50 pounds of rocks, and I’m an old lady. So… 😂 I have an instagram, if any of you can help identify some things I find, I’ll post them. That would be great. Same name as my name here.

[@jefftrag1956]

those would look great cut and polished espesially the really crytaline ones.

[@jefftrag1956]

DAMO Variable Speed Stone Polisher 5" Concrete Polisher Grinder Wet Polishing Kit for Concrete Floor Countertop $239.90 google it

[@RockHunterMark]

Jeff good to see you. Thanks for the info, I’ll check it out .

[@jefftrag1956]

@@RockHunterMark Watch rookie rockhound polish with a gringer. I do not think his has bulilt in water feed. He holds it in his lap. I would rig it to be stationary.

[@redhedhik-chik2510]

How do you get permission? Or do you just find public areas? Nice finds!

[@RockHunterMark]

I have permission. I also like public places

[@rockhunter6260]

Nice ball crushing Mark, have you ever tried to dye the crystals?👍🏻

[@RockHunterMark]

No I just like the natural color. Thanks for watching

[@00wannaknow]

Do you sell these?

[@RockHunterMark]

No I don’t,,thanks for watching

[@marshalllee2509]

They exact location is that rangers landing there used to be a fairy very long time ago

[@marshalllee2509]

I always Smash Mine With a hammer because when I was that young I didn’t know what I was doing