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Celebrating the 25th Anniversary
of the Gem & Mineral Federation of Canada
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Organized by the Calgary Rock & Lapidary Club and the
Gem & Mineral Federation of Canada.
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Ceraurus sp. trilobite fossil. Photo by Stuart Milliken.
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Show open to the public:
- Saturday, May 4, 2002
9 am - 6 pm
- Sunday, May 5, 2002
10 am - 5 pm
This show will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the founding of the Gem & Mineral Federation of Canada (GMFC). The founding meeting of the GMFC was held at Mount Royal College in Calgary, Alberta, in July 1977. Special events are being planned. We hope to see you in 2002!
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Calcite, from the Sceptre Claims, Yukon Territory. Photo by Dirk Schmid.
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- Show Location – Open to Public:
West Hillhurst Arena
1940 - 6th Avenue NW, Calgary
Alberta, Canada
- Annual Conference:
Days Inn - Calgary West
1818 - 16th Avenue NW, Calgary
Tel: (403) 289-1961
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Analcime from Mont Saint Hilaire, Québec, Canada. Photo by Dirk Schmid.
Consolation Lakes, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Photo by Dirk Schmid.
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Displays / Show Case Exhibits:
- Featuring spectacular gem, mineral, fossil, crystal and lapidary collections.
- Outstanding displays by our own and other club members. Hand crafted, one of a kind, silversmithing, carving, scrimshaw and glass engraved treasures.
Demonstrations:
- To show you the "Tricks of the Trade" and unveil the secrets of how these "one of a kind" treasures are made.
Dealers and Suppliers:
With thousands of items for the Hobby Enthusiast! Everything your heart could desire or your pocket book afford...
- Mineral and fossil specimens
- Rough rock and slices
- Gemstones
- Finished jewellery
- Gift items
- Tools and equipment
Other activities...
- Information Table
- Silent Auction
- Fish Pond for the Kids
- Hourly Door Prizes
Guest Participants:
The annual meeting and committee meetings of the Gem & Mineral Federation of Canada are held in conjunction with the national show. Various committee reports, discussions and other federation business are conducted at the conference. Clubs and other federations are welcome to attend. Below is the set agenda for the show and conference.
AGENDA
- There is only room for 80 show case exhibits. Please reserve your space early to ensure your name is on the list.
- Deadline for forms to be received is April 1, 2002. Please contact Trudy Martin and an exhibitor form will be sent to you. You can contact Trudy as follows:
Trudy Martin
110 Lissington Drive SW,
Calgary, AB
Canada, T3E 5E3
Tel: (403) 287-1570
E-mail: martintm@cadvision.com
Entries for the competitive exhibits will be judged according to the GMFC Uniform Rules for Competitive Displays, 1989-1990 Edition.
Single Stone Competition
for NOVICE competitors only:
- BC - 7 Single Cabochon
Size - 30 mm x 40mm OVAL
Material: AGATE, any type / any colour
- BF - 2 Single Faceted Stone
Size - 10 mm
Cut - Zircon Cut
Material: QUARTZ, natural, any colour
For 3 and 5 Stone, or
Full Case Competitive Classes:
- Please refer to the GMFC Uniform Rules Book.
For more information, please contact our Competitive Exhibits Chairman, John Hausberg by e-mail at jah@cadvision.com, or by phone: (403) 240-4514.
- Adults $3.00
- Seniors / Youth $2.00
- Children 6 and under, FREE (if accompanied by an adult)
This show is organized and sponsored by the following organizations. Feel free to visit our web home pages. New members are welcome anytime.
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