June 20-21, 2013
Shandong Province, China
International Gold Mining Conference 2013
The International Gold Mining Conference 2013 will invite world major & midtier gold miners and leading gold companies from China, countries, government officials, active investors, and distinguished consulting firms to discuss gold mining trends, evaluate and structure investment portfolios, update the global & emerging countries investment opportunities, financial & capital raising strategies, M&A potentials and challenges, in-depth analyze gold & precious metals' market outlook 2013, as well as advanced & innovative gold mining & development technologies etc.
Phone: +86 21 51615337
Website: www.goldminingconference.com
Email: christy.ke@igvision.com


July 13-14, 2013
Moose Lake, Minnesota
44th Annual Agate Days
At Moose Lake High School.
Sat: 9AM to 5PM
Sun: 9AM to 4PM
Fossils - Minerals - Gems - Jewelry.
Gold panning demonstrations held by the Kasson MN Gold Prospectors Club. Kids 16 and under get to keep the gold they find.
Co-sponsored by the Carlton County Gem & Mineral Club adn teh Moose Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Website: http://www.exploreminnesota.com/events/9019/agate-days-moose-lake/details.aspx


July 19-21, 2013
Baker City, Oregon
Miners' Jubilee
The Eastern Oregon Mining Association will host the 31st Oregon State Gold Panning Championship. There is a Kids, Amateur, and Professional panning event. Cash prizes for the first places. Chances on 1/2 pound of gold, and more. Try your hand at Steeling, compete against seasoned miners.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Website: http://www.visitbaker.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=7324


July 24-25, 2013
Toronto, Canada
Health and Safety Excellence in Mining
The Health and Safety Excellence in Mining Canada Conference will empower senior-level health and safety executives to revitalize HSE and OHS programs by taking a more proactive, systemic approach to health and safety. Delegates will explore vital leadership methods, the benefits of transitioning from lagging to leading indicators and how a risk-based approach that incorporates behavioral methodologies and analytical sciences can improve workplace safety and strengthen safety culture.
For more details and to register, please visit the website.
Website: http://www.marcusevans-conferences-northamerican.com/HSEMining_Event


July 27-28, 2013
Nekoosa, Wisconsin
17th Annual Open Hunt and State Championship
Open Hunt plus FREE Kids Hunt, sponsored by the MidState Metal Detector Club at the Deer Trails Park Campground. Contact Steven Miller, N3091 Cty Rd B, Hancock, WI 54943 for hunt flyer, or send email or visit website.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Website: http://midstatemdc.com
Email: stmill@uniontel.net


August 10, 2013
Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania
30th Annual Black Diamond Treasure Weekend
At Lazy Brook Park on Route 6. Sponsored by the Black Diamond Treasure Hunters Club. For information, send self-addressed stamped envelope to:
BDTHC
PO Box 1523
Kingston, PA 18704
You can also call or download a flyer from our website.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: Byard (215) 536-0896; George (570)287-3602
Website: http://bdthc.org
Email: treasure1@aol.com


August 11-15, 2013
Montreal, Quebec
WMC 2013: 23rd World Mining Congress and Expo 2013
At Palais des congres de Montreal. Hosted by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum. The theme for WMC 2013 is Mapping the Future: Advances in Mining Engineering, and an extensive technical program of leading-edge, peer-reviewed papers will provide the opportunity for high level knowledge sharing with peers. Over 1,500 people are expected to attend, enabling outstanding networking and the development of new business relationships. What’s more, the Mining Expo will showcase the very best suppliers and service providers supporting the global minerals industry, creating an unparalleled opportunity to hunt down the solutions to drive your business forward.
Phone: Chantal Murphy, 1-514-939-2710 ext 1309
Website: http://www.wmc-expo2013.org/
Email: cmurphy@cim.org


August 17-18, 2013
Reno, Nevada
GPAA Gold & Treasure Expo
At the Live Stock Events Center, 1350 North Wells Ave.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: (800) 551-9707


August 23-25, 2013
Liberty, Washington
NW Miners Rally
Hosted by the Resource Coalition on Blewett Pass.
Free to the Public.
Educational Presentations and Lectures, Hands-on Demonstrations, Food, Raffles and More.
See their website for more information.
Phone: (509) 784-1077
Website: http://resourcescoalition.org


August 24-25, 2013
Pecatonica, Illinois
GPAA Gold & Treasure Expo
At the Winnegago County Fairgrounds, 500 West First St., Moss Hall.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: (800) 551-9707


September 6-7, 2013
Jacksonville, Florida
GPAA Gold & Treasure Expo
At the Jacksonville County Fair, 510 Fairgrounds Pl., Convention Hall.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: (800) 551-9707


September 7, 2013
Nevada City, California
2013 Mining Antique Collectors Swap Meet and Auction
At the Nevada City Elks Bldg, 518 Highway 49, Nevada City, CA.
SWAP MEET: 9AM TO 4PM
   Set up at 8AM
   Open to the Public at 10AM
SOCIAL: 4PM - 6PM, no host bar at Elks
DINNER: 6PM, $30 per person
AUCTION: Immediately following dinner

For registration details, contact Dennis Kurlander by email or phone.
Mail checks by August 16, payable to Dennis Kurlander, PO Box 371, Santa Rosa, CA 95402.
Phone: Dennis Kurlander (707) 529-5946
Email: dwkfargo@aol.com


September 13-14, 2013
Charlotte, North Carolina
GPAA Gold & Treasure Expo
At the Metrolina Exp Trade Center, 7100 Statesville Rd.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: (800) 551-9707


September 20-21, 2013
Millwood, West Virginia
GPAA Gold & Treasure Expo
At the Jackson County Armed Forces Reserve Center, 8832 Point Pleasant Rd.
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: (800) 551-9707


October 12-13, 2013
Trona, California
Searles Lake Gem & Mineral Society Gem-O-Rama 2013
Searles Lake Gem & Mineral Society is hosting their annual gem and mineral show in the Lapidary and Show Building.
Saturday: 7:30AM to 5PM
Sunday: 7:30AM to 4PM
Collect Searles Lake saline minerals, purchase premium Serles Lake pink halite, displays, dealers, demonstrations, tour Searles Valley Mnerals manufacturing plants, geode cutting and sales, show movie, prizes, dry camp (RV, tent)
Complimentary copies of ICMJ’s Prospecting and Mining Journal will be available.
Phone: Bonnie Fairchild (760)372-5356
Website: http://www1.iwvisp.com/tronagemclub/


October 19-20, 2013
Whittier, California
Whittier Gem & Mineral Society's Annual Show
"Rocks from A to Z" at the Whittier Community Center, 7630 Washington Ave. (corner of Mar Vista & Washington).
Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm
Free admission & parking.
Vendors selling minerals, jewelry, gems and collectables; display cases; demonstrators; silent auction; raffle.
Phone: (626) 260-7239
Email: joenmar1@verizon.net


November 1-3, 2013
Black Canyon City, Arizona
Rock-A-Rama
37th Annual Outdoor Gem and Mineral Show hosted by High Desert Helpers, Inc.
Free public admission, ample parking & door prizes.
Hours: Friday 9AM-4PM; Saturday 9AM-4PM; Sunday 9AM-2PM
Dealers, demonstrators, minerals, gemstones, jewelry, fossils, crystals, tools, equipment, books, lapidary supplies, gold panning, beading, wire-wrapping, faceting, stone carving, gem setting, raffle, rock identification. Food & beverages.
Vendor spaces available.
Contact High Desert Helpers, Inc., PO Box 212, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324-0212.

Phone: (602)471-0173
Website: http://www.highdeserthelpers.org
Email: riverdiva@gmail.com


November 2-5, 2013
Tianjin, China
15th Annual China Mining Conference and Exhibition
At the Meijiang Convention Center. Hosted by the Ministry of Land and Resources, China; Tianjin Municipal Government, China; and the China Mining Association. Please see website for details and registration.
Phone: +86-10-64466855 ext 612
Website: http://www.china-mining.org/en
Email: lucia@sino-confex.com


February 9, 2014
Denver, Colorado
40th Annual Conference on Explosives and Blasting Technique
At the Hyatt Regency Denver at Convention Center. Hosted by the International Society of Explosives Engineers, presenting: Technical Papers, Blasters Forum Poster Session, Workshops, Blasters Weekend, Blasters Training Seminar, Video Roundup, Photo Contest, Awards Banquet, and more!
See website for details ad registration.
Website: http://www.isee.org