09/06/25 Sat. Wisconsin Moonstone Dig
Become a Wisconsin Moonstone Miner at our nonmetallic mine in Wausau Wisconsin. The first ever pay to dig in the State of Wisconsin.
Date and time
Location
143344 Co Rd U
143344 County Road U Wausau, WI 54401Good to know
Highlights
- 6 hours
- ALL AGES
- In person
- Free venue parking
Refund Policy
About this event
GROUPS, CLUBS AND SCHOOL GROUPS:
Group rates available CONTACT US AT: wisconsinmoonstones@gmail.com for more information.
COST:
WE DO NOT TAKE CREDIT CARDS ON THE FIELD.
We accept: Cash, Venmo, Money Order, or Personal Check (ID is required for personal check)
Moonstone Miner (Ages13 to 65) - $40.00 + Includes: 20 lbs.
Senior Miner (Ages 65 & older) - $35.00 + Includes: 20 lbs.
Military Miner (Active or Veteran) - $35.00 + Includes: 20 lbs.
Little Miner (Ages 5 to 12) - $20.00 + Includes: 10 lbs.
Mini Miners (Ages 4 & under) - Free + Includes 0 lbs. with a Moonstone Miner ticket.
Not a Miner - Just want to watch the Awesome Miners (Any age) - $20.00
CHECK IN: Before entering the field. you must check in at the Moonstone Shack
We will go over the rules, what to look for and what other rocks you can find on the field.
CHECK OUT: Before leaving you must weigh your rocks, at the Moonstone Shack so we know how much material is leaving the field.
ADDRESS: The address will be included in your ticket confirmation email.
RULES:
- Everyone must check in and check out at the Moonstone Shack.
- No holes deeper than 2’ allowed
- Fill all holes
- Put a post in any hole 1’ or deeper. (Posts provided at the Moonstone Shack)
- No power tools allowed
- Stay on the south side of the rope and out of the roped off areas.
- Do not enter the woods
- No alcohol or illegal drugs allowed on the property
- Wear shoes at all times
- No littering (Garbage receptacles provided by the Moonstone Shack)
If you do not abide by these rules, you will be asked to leave
Frequently asked questions
Yes, there is 100% guarantee you will find Wisconsin Moonstone.
Yes, we have a Porta-Potty on site.
There is a small variety of snacks and beverages including bottled water available. (while supply's last) provided by Ayden (14yr old) He asks for a donation for these items. He is donating his profit to his School and a Local no kill pet adoption center.
Buckets, Hand Tools (shovels, rake, pick hammer, screwdriver), Spray Bottle, Work Gloves, Packed Lunch, Water/Beverage’s, Bug Spray, Sunscreen, Umbrella,
We have rock cleaning stations on site. Picnic tables and lawn chairs to rest at. We offer hand tools, spray bottles, sifters, gloves, safety glasses, masks, bug spray, sunscreen, a limited number of pull wagons. Everything we offer is limited so it is best to bring your own if possible.
Be prepared for any weather. It is Central Wisconsin, and you NEVER know what the weather will be.
Yes, you can bring a pop-up tent however be prepared for wind. like I said you never know how the weather will be.
Our Address will be provided with your ticket confirmation email.
Yes, all rocks must be weighed so we know how much is leaving the field. We have a scale to weigh at the Moonstone Shack.
Online We accept Credit Cards for ticket purchases. We DO NOT accept Credit Cards on the Wisconsin Moonstone field, we can ONLY accept, Cash, Local checks with valid ID, and Venmo (Phone service is not the greatest so Venmo is not guaranteed.) NO CREDIT CARDS ON THE FIELD.
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Yes, after you check in someone will show you what different types of rocks/minerals could be found on the field and how to look for the Wisconsin Moonstone.
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