Katy Rock Shop – Earth Science Classes (Fall 2026)

This is the class for 🪨 Rockhounds (Ages 13–Adult). book any of the 4 class options for kids or adults aged 13+ here. These are our most advanced classes and all include college level geology techniques and skills. for a summary of the class topics click <Here>

Some of the advanced concepts include:

1. Lapidary skills such as reciprocating flat lap polishing, trim and slab saw rock cutting, rock tumbling and experiments with a flume to demonstrate erosion on fast forward

2. For Fossils and dinosaurs we go deep into geologic time,

3. Rock and mineral identiofication will include mohs hardness testing, streak testing and identification using short and long wave fluorescence.

4. for maps and map making, everyone learns to walk paces and measure distance in the field, triangulate using a compass, orienteering, setting up a grid to hunt for meteorites.

• 6:30pm-800pm (15 seats available), September 3rd, October 1st, November 5th, and December 3rd. field trip to be announced!

Registration

• Please pay for your group before the event to secure your spot.
• Include your names, and confirmation everyone is 13 years old or older in the payment notes.
• Seats are limited — book early!

Discounts for Groups

Share with your COOP, friends, or Facebook groups to receive discounts:

• 1 person = $40
• 2–5 people = $38
• 6–10 people = $36
• 11+ people = $34

Private classes or events are available with 10+ participants. These can be scheduled on any day or time.