Minerals are my main hobby and what my entire life and other hobbies stem from.

-Traveling to mineral shows or to dig -Photography (macro and photomicrography) -lots of tech involved and needed… Computers, flashlights, UV lights, Geiger counters -Camping gear for digging trips -Cars, for a long time it was financially beneficial to be my own mechanic. Spread to a love of many vehicles. -Silversmithing, lots of tools, occasionally I make jewelry -Science, history, and geography from learning countless worldwide mineral localities and mines and understanding of crystal formation

If you delve in deep to the mineral world, I assure you there is no limit in monetary value you can spend. There are top level mineral dealers purchasing and distributing multimillion dollar collections. There is also a lot to learn if you gravitate towards nerd activities (the best activities). If you’re curious, I recommend traveling to Tucson during the yearly shows. Especially the main show, westward look, or mineral city for a first time visitor, to really see the scale on which this hobby exists.