ScubaDetector
Silver Member
Since a few of you read my posts and see the crazy things I find and do underwater. I want to caution everyone that how I find treasure is not a walk in the park and is not without risks.
I dive the most dangerous navigable waterway in the USA. the St Clair River . I have been well trained for what I do. But what I am talking about here is the dangers of diving in marina's for lost items under boats. Besides having absolutely no visibility you have cut dock posts, cables and muck to deal with. Another hazard is wayward electricity. I always touched the water before I dove in. However after hearing of not one but two electrocutions last week so I just purchased a new gadget:
https://www.amazon.com/Shock-Alert-42500/dp/B06XDGC9B4
I enjoy helping others and I have learned how to deal with not seeing a thing in marina's and in the Detroit River. No chunk of gold or silver is worth a life though. If you want to dive for treasure that is great. BUT learn how to stay safe in the water. Never panic in any situation. My high pressure air line could have gone out while I was underwater. Luckily it blew on land. A lot can happen. You have to be completely aware of your environment and surroundings. Know what you are capable of and do not exceed your capabilities.
If you are going to dive around boats and marina's, know where you are at all times. Don't come up fast and hit your head on the bottom of a boat. Move slow and easy and be relaxed. Have all the safety gear with you for any emergency.
Water kills and is unforgiving. I had a wading friend drown while detecting in lake Huron and I have had two acquaintances drown. Sure I find some crazy stuff. However, I have been diving for 37 years and I am at home in the water. Don't think you can get SCUBA certified grab a detector and jump in. I am not trying to discourage anyone from an adventure. i am just hoping whoever is interested realize there are hazards and obstacles along with the rewards of going where others can't go.
I have always tried to answer any questions thrown at on the forums or on PM's. There is plenty of water and finds to go around. Even my underwater Hoover can't find everything although it tries!
I have dove in 8 knot current under thousand foot freighters looking for 2 pound fishing sinkers to sell back to the fishermen on shore. Hopefully soon I will have a camera to show others a bit on what I do. Just waiting to hear what an extra battery will cost.
This video was taken in my home town. I live less than two miles from the bridges to Canada, pictured. I am not in the video but it gives you the idea of diving here.
The Detroit river is worse. It is connected to the St. Clair River but has more muck and less visibility. It is also illegal for most people to dive in. That is why I am finding the things I do.
Have a great summer all, either in the water or on land. But most importantly stay safe.
I dive the most dangerous navigable waterway in the USA. the St Clair River . I have been well trained for what I do. But what I am talking about here is the dangers of diving in marina's for lost items under boats. Besides having absolutely no visibility you have cut dock posts, cables and muck to deal with. Another hazard is wayward electricity. I always touched the water before I dove in. However after hearing of not one but two electrocutions last week so I just purchased a new gadget:
https://www.amazon.com/Shock-Alert-42500/dp/B06XDGC9B4
I enjoy helping others and I have learned how to deal with not seeing a thing in marina's and in the Detroit River. No chunk of gold or silver is worth a life though. If you want to dive for treasure that is great. BUT learn how to stay safe in the water. Never panic in any situation. My high pressure air line could have gone out while I was underwater. Luckily it blew on land. A lot can happen. You have to be completely aware of your environment and surroundings. Know what you are capable of and do not exceed your capabilities.
If you are going to dive around boats and marina's, know where you are at all times. Don't come up fast and hit your head on the bottom of a boat. Move slow and easy and be relaxed. Have all the safety gear with you for any emergency.
Water kills and is unforgiving. I had a wading friend drown while detecting in lake Huron and I have had two acquaintances drown. Sure I find some crazy stuff. However, I have been diving for 37 years and I am at home in the water. Don't think you can get SCUBA certified grab a detector and jump in. I am not trying to discourage anyone from an adventure. i am just hoping whoever is interested realize there are hazards and obstacles along with the rewards of going where others can't go.
I have always tried to answer any questions thrown at on the forums or on PM's. There is plenty of water and finds to go around. Even my underwater Hoover can't find everything although it tries!
I have dove in 8 knot current under thousand foot freighters looking for 2 pound fishing sinkers to sell back to the fishermen on shore. Hopefully soon I will have a camera to show others a bit on what I do. Just waiting to hear what an extra battery will cost.
This video was taken in my home town. I live less than two miles from the bridges to Canada, pictured. I am not in the video but it gives you the idea of diving here.
The Detroit river is worse. It is connected to the St. Clair River but has more muck and less visibility. It is also illegal for most people to dive in. That is why I am finding the things I do.
Have a great summer all, either in the water or on land. But most importantly stay safe.
