Become a Rockhound today and enjoy discovering this fascinating hobby, learning about all facets of rocks, minerals, fossils and gemstones.
On 8 February 1978 the Warragul & District Lapidary Club was formed at Nilma by a group of enthusiastic Rockhounds wishing to promote the art of Lapidary. Workshops were first held at the home of Cliff Crosman, one of the founding members.
In 1998 a plot of land in the Logan Park Show Grounds was leased to the Club by the Baw Baw Shire, on which a new Clubroom was built by members, and after 21 years members could enjoy their hobby in a new, very up to date workshop and facilities which include cutting, grinding and polishing wheels, a faceting machine and silver smithing and enamelling workbenches.
In 2003 a new saw room was built onto the existing club rooms, enabling club members to cut large rocks with a 24” diamond saw. The Clubrooms also houses a large collection of minerals and gemstones.
As a member you will enjoy
• full use of our workshop facilities (i.e. equipment and tools)
• participation in field trips and other events, organised by the Club
• insurance cover when on organised field trips
• the full use of our Library
• receiving our bi-monthly Newsletter, the Warragul Rock-et, and keeping up to date with other Lapidary Clubs’ events through their Newsletters
• specialty lapidary and jewellery related courses, and demonstrations, run by fellow members, and outside craftspeople
• the opportunity to participate in our Annual Show, with a showcase display and/or the opportunity to sell your lapidary and jewellery items on members’ tables
• the opportunity to attend functions / other shows on behalf of the Club
• the chance to help in the running of the Club and the organisation of our Annual Show where your fresh ideas and expertise will be welcomed and valued
• the opportunity for forming new friendships
• all the fun that we have during workshops and other
social outings including our Christmas breakup, and last but not least:
• you will enjoy discovering this fascinating hobby, learning about all facets of rocks and minerals and the lapidary crafts that transform them. As you learn you will share your experience with other members and other Clubs.
Members of the public are welcome to visit the workshop during opening hours (see below), to watch Club Members plying their craft.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Joining fee (once only):Single Adult $20, Junior $15, Family $20
Membership (annually):
Single Adults: $25
Junior (2) $15
Social Member $15
Family (1) $40 Special Savings
Notes:
1. (1)Family = Two adults and 2 juniors.
(2) Junior members from 12 years to 16 years of age can participate in all club activities, but, to use any equipment or machinery the workshop, must, at all times, be under the close supervision of a parent or guardian who has completed the cabochon course.
Workshop Fees $4 per day
includes use of all equipment, tools and tea & coffee
Courses & Field trips
Fees vary. Contact President or Secretary for details (see below).
P.O. Box 96, Darnum Victoria 3822 Contact Karen on 0438 283238 or 0419 792623 Club hrs
Find us at WDLC Club Rooms, Warragul Show Grounds, Logan Park, South Road, Warragul.
Opening times; Sundays 9am-3pm, Wednesdays 9am-1pm & Wednesday Evenings 5.30-10pm.
- Category:
- Community organization