Join Us
Why Join?
- Ability to attend club field trips
- Access to club liability insurance, so members enjoy access to field trip locations that would otherwise be inaccessible to the public
- Access to experience and information
- Access to the current and past Conglomerate newsletters for several decades
- Access to talented peers and mentors regarding wire wrapping, rock tumbling, lapidary, faceting, metal smithing, etc...
- Junior Club for kids
- Presentations on Geological, mineralogical, paleontological, lapidary, and rockhounding topics.
- Family oriented
- Educational
- Skill development
- FUN!!!!
Our club is a great place for rock enthusiasts, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out. We welcome everyone, including young people. We provide an educational experience that sparks curiosity. When you become a member, the membership fee covers you under the Midwest Federation's insurance. This insurance allows you to attend our club's field trips, which offer access to areas that are typically restricted to the general public, such as private tailing piles, mines, and claims. This insurance protects the property owner from liability. It's the only way our club is allowed access to these private areas. Please note that only members are allowed to go on club field trips.
How to Join?
See our Membership Application PDF above. Our annual dues are $20.00 for a family membership, or $15.00 for an individual. A free newsletter is emailed every month, and you may add $10.00 to either membership type if you want the newsletter mailed to you instead of emailed to you for free.
Ways you can submit your application:
Ways you can submit your application:
- Bring your membership application (see above) with you when you come to one of our general meetings and submit everything there (membership is not required to attend a meeting).
- Mail your membership application to 1980 Driftwood Dr, Holland, MI 49424 with cash or check enclosed,
- Or submit an application online using the submission form at this Form Link.
Where to Go?
Visitors are always welcome and you do NOT need to be a member to attend the meetings. The Tulip City Gem and Mineral Club hosts general meetings at the Howard Miller Community Center located at 14 South Church Street, Zeeland MI. Please visit our "Club Calendar" page for dates and times.
