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Petoskey stone

  • Each hexagonal cell in a Petoskey stone is a fossilized, tubular coral that lived more than 350 million years ago. Photo credit: Cheryl Bartz
    A different angle on Petoskey stones
    Cheryl Bartz
    From time to time, when I’m admiring a Petoskey stone, it occurs to me that these simple, little animals, that lived more than 300 million years ago, have made a more lasting impression than I ever will.
  • Joyce Fetrow looks for rocks in a gravel field east of Gaylord, Michigan on July 7, 2023. Sometimes, she uses a tool, which she calls a “pick-a-roon,” to turn up new rocks after a rainstorm. (credit: Michael Livingston)
    Rock Rehab
    Rock hunting holds a special place in Joyce Fetrow’s heart. Years ago, she battled alcoholism that drove her to some dark places. Now, Joyce dedicates her life to helping others find recovery, and says rocks remind her of that journey and inspire her to keep on track with her sobriety.
  • Joyce Fetrow looks for rocks in a gravel field east of Gaylord, Michigan on July 7, 2023. Sometimes, she uses a tool, which she calls a “pick-a-roon,” to turn up new rocks after a rainstorm. (credit: Michael Livingston)
    Rock Rehab
    Michael Livingston
    Rock hunting holds a special place in Joyce Fetrow’s heart. Years ago, she battled alcoholism that drove her to some dark places. Now, Joyce dedicates her life to helping others find recovery, and says rocks remind her of that journey and inspire her to keep on track with her sobriety.