Activity:
Diamond Mining
Location:
Crater of Diamonds State Park
209 State Park Rd
Murfreesboro, AR 71958
Camping at:
Cowhide Cove on Lake Greeson
Campsites 35 and 36
1993 Lake Greeson Estates
Murfreesboro, AR 71958
Departure Time:
Meet Friday at 5:30 at the Church. Depart at 6:00.
Return Time:
Sunday 12:30.
Cost:
$25, plus money for digging equipment (See details below)
Packing List:
Water Bottles x2
Sun Screen
Wide Brimmed Hat
Digging Equipment (See List below)
Money to Rent Equipment (If needed)
See Camping Checklist for a list of gear needed. https://www.bentontroop99.org/2020/02/16/campout-checklist/
Below is a link to some helpful videos on how to mine for diamonds.
https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/crater-diamonds-state-park/digging-for-diamonds/how-do-i-search-for-diamonds

Food:
Patrol Cooking. See SPL for details.
Weather:
Hot, mid 90’s during the day. Mid 60’s in the evening.