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July 2020
Wire-Wrapping with Martin Gliavano, III
Come join one of our local miners, Martin Gliavano, III, in an educational jewelry making class! This day will be split into two classes, Beginners at 12:00 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced at 3:00 p.m. Never tried Wire-Wrapping because you just need some hands-on guidance? Our beginner's class is for you! Martin will be teaching you how to wire-wrap a cabochon in an edge wrap. This specific wrap is great for beginners and exposes the stone very nicely! Have you tried wire-wrapping before,…
Find out more »August 2020
4th Annual Pig n’ Dig AND Rock Swap!
Our 4th Annual Pig n’ Dig has finally come around and this year, we're joining is with our Rock Swap!! Come hang with the crew from Crystal Grove for the day! We will have the machine on site, so fresh digging is guaranteed. Buy a meal, mine for free! Discounted camping available. So many different vendors on-site! This year's service will be the exact same as last year's - why change something that was sooooooo good?!? This year our menu…
Find out more »September 2020
2020 Women’s Retreat Weekend!
Come join us for our 2nd Annual Full Moon Women's Retreat here at Crystal Grove! This is an all-inclusive retreat, spend one amount and get ALL the services for that weekend. It's all about the ladies! Come for some relaxation, mindfulness and mining! We have a full schedule for that weekend: Retreat cost: $260 for cabin stays (it will be SHARED and they are VERY limited), $210 for camping. Ladies are responsible for all meals, except dinner on Saturday evening.…
Find out more »Henna Workshop
Learn about an enduring tradition, with timeless artistry of beautiful patterns from Henna Artist, Erin VanRiper. This workshop will allow you to get in touch with your creative side, and learn the methods required when using natural henna paste to achieve beautiful, flowing pieces of body artwork. Learn about the History of Henna, basic flow & simple patterns, Henna preparation, techniques and practical henna application and after-care. Creative session at the end to practice your newly learned craft. Feel free…
Find out more »May 2021
Family Fun Day!
Come enjoy some Family Fun at Crystal Grove! FREE Mining for the kids! PatRocks is here with his FREE Herkimer Diamond Mining 101 Class (and don't forget his "Introduction to Power Tools Class on Sunday)! Race Car Driver, Ivan Joslin, will be on-site with his #8 car! We will have educational vendors and activities for the kids! Keep an eye on this page and our Social Media accounts for updated details and activities! *Free Mining For Kids up to 12…
Find out more »June 2021
5th Annual Pig n’ Dig & Rock Swap
Our 5th Annual Pig n’ Dig will be joined with our Rock Swap this year again!! Come hang with the crew from Crystal Grove for the day! We will have the machine on site, so fresh digging is guaranteed. Buy a meal, mine for free! Discounted camping available and fills up quickly. Menu includes: Smoked hand-pulled whole hog, fresh salad, BBQ Pork ribs, Garden Veg Entree, grilled beer sausages, peppers/onions, burgers, dogs, southern slaw, salt potatoes, corn on the cob,…
Find out more »June 2022
6th Annual Pig n’ Dig & Rock Swap
~ Come enjoy friends, family, mine excavation, good food and fun for our sixth year! It's always a great time for everyone, kids up to adults! This is a great chance to meet the crew at Crystal Grove, and so many other friendly faces! We will also be hosting our Rock Swap and Vendor Fair at the same…
Find out more »July 2022
Adult Summer Camp
Adult Summer Camp Are you an adult, but still a kid at heart? This is definitely the weekend for you! We are holding our 2nd Annual Adult Summer Camp here at Crystal Grove! Last year was a blast, and we are working on creating that same blast again! For the weekend, you'll be assigned a Camp Counselor, have Flag Circle, be able to participate in things like a Nerf Battlefield, Tie-Dying, Mining Instruction, Capture the Flag and so much more!…
Find out more »August 2022
4th Annual Full Moon Women’s Retreat – SOLD OUT
This year's retreat is SOLD OUT. If you'd like to be on a cancellation list, please email crystalgrovecampground@gmail.com. Come treat yourself, and join us for our 4th Annual Full Moon Women's Retreat here at Crystal Grove! This is an all-inclusive retreat, spend one amount and get ALL the services for that weekend. It's all about the ladies! Come for some relaxation, sisterhood, mindfulness and mining! You will find our schedule here once it's updated. This is a temporary schedule to…
Find out more »Herkimer Diamond Mining 101
Want to dig for Herkimer Diamonds, but unsure of how to do so? Here’s your 2nd chance this season to obtain some mining knowledge before you hit the steel solo. Pat Lamberson with PatRocks Gems & Minerals will be offering a hand to show you how to mine for Herkimer Diamonds, here at Crystal Grove! Pat is very knowledgeable in the Herkimer Diamond District, is a regular here at Crystal Grove and knows our mine well. This is a great…
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