The Takysie Lake,B.C., Stones: Meteorites or Moon Rock?

Abstract. The first of the fusion crusted Takysie Lake, British Columbia, stones were found by Nininger in June, 1965. A field trip to determine the number and distribution of the unusual stones got underway in July, 1966. An intensive search of all accessible areas resulted in collection of 55 specimens with a total weight of 127.6 pounds. The apparent southern, western, and northern limits of the strewn field were established. The eastern limits could not be learned because of the heavily forested terrain. The unique structure and compositional characteristics of the stones indicate either a new variety of meteorite or a secondary meteorite of lunar origin. Suggestions are made for further investigation.