Camp Paradise
The California Federation of Mineralogical Societies (CFMS) Camp Paradise
CFMS Camp Paradise is a week-long lapidary and jewelry arts retreat organized by the California Federation of Mineralogical Societies (CFMS). It is held at a rustic retreat center in the Plumas National Forest near Clipper Mills, California, typically in the late summer or early fall. Participants stay in dorm-style accommodations, with meals provided, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere focused on learning and community among rockhounds and lapidary enthusiasts.
The camp typically offers a variety of hands-on classes, including lapidary (cutting and polishing stones), silver fabrication, lost wax casting, wire wrapping, soft stone carving, glass fusing, enameling, and faceting. *Please note that classes are subject to change.*

CFMS Camp Paradise
August 17th - 23rd, 2025
August 24th - 30th, 2025
Registration opens March 15th, 2025
Registrar, Ann Marie McCann registerforcampparadise@gmail.com
Camp Directors, Jill & Gary Atkins
Camp Paradise Raffle & Ticket Sale
We’re excited to announce the start of raffle ticket sales for Camp Paradise! Both members and non-members are eligible to purchase tickets, so spread the word! Tickets will be available at the meeting—don’t miss your chance to win this amazing experience!
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Winners Announcement
Congratulations to Katherine Turnquist for winning the $550 raffle prize!
Camp Paradise Scholarship
The Roseville Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society is thrilled to offer an opportunity for our Society members to enter a contest for a full or partial Scholarship to the CFMS's annual Earth Science Studies at Camp Paradise. This exclusive scholarship grants one week of the winner's choice at this renowned educational retreat. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your earth science knowledge at Camp Paradise!
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Winners Announcement
Congratulations to our winners: Christine Davis for winning the $550 scholarship, Kelsey Guymon for winning the $300 CO-OP sponsored scholarship, and Karla Shannon & Sherri Collins for winning the $275 scholarships!