The Purpose of this Society shall be to:

1. Increase our appreciation of the beauty and value of the land in which
   we live.
2. Foster good fellowship among the members.
3. Host an annual Gem and Mineral Show for the community.
4. Foster awareness of the earth sciences by:
   • Increasing knowledge pertaining to minerals, gems, and rocks.
   • Disseminating knowledge of collecting and classification of minerals,
     fossils, and rocks through collection and classification.
   • Improving the practical knowledge of cutting, grinding, and polishing
     materials to use in the design and creation of jewelry and other useful
     objects.
   • Provide educational scholarships in the scientific fields.
   • Procure and improve the Society’s property.