Gem Fest 2011 Information
Gem Fest 2011 Registration Form
D&J Rare Gem Fest 2011 is a
four plus day event bringing together many of the customers and friends
of D&J Rare Gems to Salida, Colorado, for demonstrations, field
trips and presentations about gemstones both in Colorado and throughout
the world. Gem Fest was conceived many years ago by Donna and John Rhoads
of D&J Rare Gems, Ltd. as a means for them to share their love for
gemstones with others who share the same passion.
The first Gem Fest in August 2003 was attended by 21
customers from across the country. It was an overwhelming success both
for D&J Rare Gems, Ltd. and the customers who attended, many of
which attended again in 2004,2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010.
All who attended enjoyed the scheduled events. There was even some carry
over into Sunday afternoon and the next day.
Once again we will have a "Gem Snatch'', introduced
after dinner at the Rhoads' in 2005 and one of the most popular events
of the Gem Fest. We also hope to continue the extended hours at the
peridot claims which was very popular when introduced in 2005.
We hope that the Gem Fest 2011 meets with similar
enthusiasm. The event has proven most popular and we look forward to
hosting a Gem Fest annually.
Donna and
John Rhoads
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, August
9
Topaz Mt Field Trip -Scheduling to be Determined
We will travel via car pool
to the former Topaz Mountain Fee area in Colorado. An additional fee($40.00
in 2007) will be required by the current owner. Lunch and beverages
will be provided. An extra fee of $25/person will be required. Only
fully paid participants of Gem Fest 2011 may participate.
Wednesday, August 10
We will be leaving Wednesday open this year for casual consultations
on cutting and gemology. If you are arriving early stop by with your
questions. We will be available from 9AM to 6PM.
Cocktail Party and Welcome
D&J Rare Gems Headquarters, 6 to 9 PM
Food will be available.
Thursday, August 11, 9 AM
Greeting by John A. Rhoads
Introduction of participants and assistants.
Opening of gem parcels from our sources around the world.
12 Noon - Deli Style Lunch
Mini Gem Show and Sale by D&J Rare Gems, Ltd., Special discounts
for Gem
Fest participants.
Evening Pizza Dinner at the home of Donna and John Rhoads.
Gem gravels will once again be available for washing and searching for
rough gems.
Friday, August 12, 9AM
Coffee and Tea
9:00 AM Departure for the Contin’ Tail Gem and Mineral Show in
Buena Vista,
Colorado.
12 Noon - Deli Style Lunch
12:30 - 3:00 PM? Contin’ Tail Gem and Mineral Show
5:00 PM Cocktails at the home of Donna and John Rhoads
5:30 PM Group Photo at the home of Donna and John Rhoads
6:00 to 9 PM? Dinner for Gem Fest Participants at the home of Donna
and John Rhoads
After Dinner, awarding of gemstone door prizes with "Gem Snatch'
opportunities. You don't know what your prize will be until the final
prize is awarded.
Saturday, August 13, 7AM
8:00 AM Carpool to the peridot claims of D&J Rare Gems,
Ltd.
Participants are welcome to scour the claim for gem grade peridot, quartz,
and
enstatite, and keep what they find.
Experienced collectors will be available to assist participants.
12 Noon - Deli Style Lunch and Barbeque
Afternoon Return to Salida
Evening free to experience Salida
Sunday, August 14, 9 AM - 4 PM
Coffee and Tea
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Slide presentation on Namibia Trip by Donna and John
Rhoads
11:00 AM to 12 Noon Final Shopping Opportunity.
12 Noon - Deli Style Lunch
Explanation and presentation of the various gem cuts.
Casual afternoon with check out.
The fee for Gem Fest 2011 is $159.00/person. The fee
includes a Gem Fest T shirt,
morning coffee and tea, beverages throughout the day, a deli style lunch
daily, and a
barbecue dinner Friday night.
A registration form accompanies this brochure or can be
found online at www.djraregems.com.
Payment can be made to D&J Rare Gems, Ltd. by check or creditcard
or by cash in person only. Full refunds are available until July 1,
2011. A $25 fee will be deducted for
cancellations between July 1 and August 1, 2011. No refunds after August
1, 2011.
Please note that there are additional fees for the extra
topaz field trip.
