We went panning for gold on Lake Superior. We found these glowing Rocks instead…

This summer we went panning for gold up on Lake Superior.

We found a few tiny specks … flour gold.

But we also discovered these 3 Billion year old Yooperlites (Sodalite) from an ancient volcano that erupted 600 Million years ago in Marathon Ontario.

These rocks light up under 365 nm and 395 nm Ultraviolet light that you can buy at Canadian Tire for $17 or get both 365 + 395 nm flashlights on Amazon for $24,

I notice that they have some available on Amazon :

Yooperlites (Sodalite) : https://amzn.to/3zdni00

Natural Raw / Rough Flame Yooperlite Stone Crystals Bulk for Healing Tumbling etc 0.45lb(200g)

$12.95 Cdn

Flame Yooperlite Stones 0.45lb; Average Size: 1", between 0.8"~1.2" (2-3cm); Quantity: 8-12 pieces; Each rough crystal stone is irregular and unpolished and the quantities of stone depends on size and weight of each stone.
Flame stone has bright orange fluorescence under ultraviolet lamp. The fluorescence shakes, and there is a feeling of color flowing, just like magma spewing out from underground cracks. Ideal stones for indoor outdoor fountain.
Our crystal stones also could be a natural gift for yoga, meditation lovers, crystal collectors and friends for birthdays, christmas, children learning geology, home or office decoration. Also for Wire Wrapping, Wicca & Reiki, Cabbing, Polishing.

Flame Yooperlite Stones are widely used. Flame stones are made into various exquisite handicrafts, such as gemstone ornaments, stone pendants, bracelets, jewelry making, etc. These stone art crafts not only have ornamental value, but also carry rich cultural connotation and artistic value.
Flame stone can dispel fear and guilt, nervousness and stress, especially irritable people. For healing, in meditation, using flaming stones to help you concentrate and calm your mind, which can relax your body and mind.

365 nm + 395 nm UV Light : https://amzn.to/3TmiuMA

Panning for Flour Gold on Lake Superior