Meteorite hunters flock to Northeast Ohio
By Jack Berney
Published on March 21, 2026.
Michael Farmer, a native of Tuscon, Arizona, has been meteorite hunting for the past 30 years and has found three meteorites in Ohio. He was inspired by the asteroid that fell over Ohio's skies on Tuesday and decided to fly to the state. Farmer believes that finding a meteorite is a formative experience and is particularly relatable to those seeking a piece of an asteroid. He also shared his tips for finding meteorites, which he believes are valuable for their value.
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Meteorite hunters flock to Northeast Ohio
Michael Farmer, a veteran meteorite hunter from Arizona, led a successful meteorite hunt in Northeast Ohio, where he found three pieces of valuable material following the asteroid strike.