Metal Detecting (also known as Treasure Hunting) has been around for centuries, but its popularity grows yearly. Metal Detectors Hobbyists use metal detectors to find old coins, jewelry, or other items buried in the ground. They are often called “treasure hunters.” These devices emit electromagnetic waves at a particular frequency which causes any metallic objects …
Metal detecting on federal land is a great way to explore the outdoors and potentially unearth hidden treasures. It is a popular hobby among all ages and can be a great way to get fresh air and exercise. Finding something that has been buried for many years can be exciting, but remember, before you set …
Metal detector use is legal in many places across the United States. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) allows it on its public lands, including national forests and some designated state parks. Nevada State Parks allow it as long as you have written permission from the park superintendent or manager. There’s so much open space …
There’s something about an old farmhouse that is exciting. Maybe it’s because I grew up on one (and still live near one), or perhaps it’s because I used to sneak into my neighbors’ cornfields hoping they wouldn’t see me so I could explore their old barns and outbuildings. Whatever it is, there’s no doubt that …
Finding metal objects in the woods is not something many people routinely do. That means there could be many valuable items lying around just waiting for someone to find them. Metal detectors are portable devices that locate buried metals like coins, jewelry, gold, silver, and copper. They work by sending electromagnetic waves into the ground …
When searching for treasure, there are many places to look, including parks, riversides, old buildings, fields, etc. There are several ways to search for hidden treasures using a metal detector. One example is walking through the woods on old mining trails, looking for underground items. Another example is digging along the shoreline in shallow waters. …
Metal detectors allow us to dig deep into the earth, looking for buried treasure. Over time humans have created many objects used as currency, including coins, gold bars, silver bars, etc. These days they’re often referred to as numismatic material. They include everything from ancient Roman coinage to modern US coins. Metal detectorists search for …
If you’re going somewhere exotic like Hawaii, there’s no better place to find treasure than at the beach. Metal detectors are portable devices used to detect metal objects buried underground. They work well in the sand and water, but it’s vital to be careful around coral reefs to avoid damaging the environment. So, before heading …
When detecting metal, it’s important to choose a location that has a good likelihood of containing metal objects, and to follow all laws and regulations when hunting for metal. Here are a few tips for how and where to hunt when metal detecting: Overall, metal detecting can be a rewarding and enjoyable hobby. Still, it’s …
Metal detecting is best known as a hobby for modern-day treasure hunters. Since the beginning, items have gone missing, only to be found later by someone who stumbled upon them. As the years move forward after an object has been lost or forgotten, many changes in the landscape can impact or cover the item, so …
