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  1. newbie in DE

    Hi all, I just moved to lower DE ( by Long Neck) and have always had a fascination with Treasure hunting and metal detecting but have never tried either out. My father has a Whites Beachhunter 300 metal detector he is allowing me to use. I tried it out for the first time today just in a small...
  2. New from North Alabama

    Hey guys, I am Brandon. 31 years old. Been metal detecting for about 2 years, but just got more serious about it within the last 6 months. I've started a facebook group for my area that has grown to nearly 100 members. I do a ton of research already into where I am going and what used to...
  3. [Deteknix Quest] Post Up Your Number One Tip For New Treasure Hunters

    [Deteknix Quest] Post Up Your Number One Tip For New Treasure Hunters [Deteknix Quest]: I’m in! $$$$ I am attending [Deteknix Quest].Post and win our prize. $$$$ Deteknix Post up your number one tip for new treasure hunters. Can be anything from purchases, must have tools, hunting grounds...
  4. hello

    Hello, i'm new to TreasureNet. i am from Warren County, Tennessee. I have lived here all my life. We own a family-owned nursery. Since, I was a child, i've been collecting rocks and artifacts, I have discovered from walking on my many journeys, around our property. I, forsome reason, seem to...
  5. Im Charley

    I'm Charley Hi, I decided to dedicated year to travelling and hopefully finding some relics and treasure. I'm setting up base in Costa Rica ans can travel anywhere in central or south America.
  6. Help a XP Newbie out

    Picking up a Deus WS5 tomorrow and will be going out to my local secret spot on Friday/Sat with it. This spot is not very trashy, and has yielded many CW mini-balls, 3 ringers and even a plate using my older White's detectors. In truth most of the places I go are pretty clean, and I was...
  7. First time using Bounty Hunter Discovery 2200! Tips?

    Hello folks, I've had a Bounty Hunter Discovery 2200 laying around for about a year in my closet and it's time to bring it out and try some hunting. I haven't had much time and wasn't really interested but now I decided it's time. I tried it out in my backyard and there are way too many false...
  8. Noob Swinging In The Sandpile

    I was finally able to get out this morning with the new to me Ace 350. Being the total noob, I selected one of the area sand volley ball courts where I knew I wouldn't have to do any plug cutting. Due to the heat and humidity at 09:00 hrs. I only lasted about 45 minutes as it's getting HOT here...
  9. Bounty Hunter 1100 vs Garret 250

    Not sure if this is the correct forum to post; but I guess I'll find out. I have the option of getting a Bounty Hunter 1100 or a Garret 250 & I was considering the more pricey one from Garret; but even the most expensive from Bounty Hunter was less dollars. I'm new and I have no idea what...
  10. Newbie buys first detector!

    Hello everyone! After long research and debating with myself, I finally purchased my first detector, a Garrett ACE 250, along with a Garrett Pro-Pointer AT. I was lookiing for something not too advanced as I am presently entering metal detecting and not just admiring those who do. I found a...
  11. New to hobby

    Recent retiree and have always been interested in detecting. I look forward to it. I live in land once owned by George Washington
  12. $250 Of Nickels Finds

    I think I got very lucky with; 9 1867-1967 Fish 3 1920-1967 Regular Silver Coin $4.20 USD ($5.30 CAD - $1.1 profit) (I am Canadian) This is my first box I did in my life im kinda a newbie. I think this is very lucky tell me if you usually get more or less. I did this box ($250) in...
  13. Osio from green country, NE Oklahoma

    Hello everyone! I'm a fellow rock lover and I am an amateur when it comes to artifacts. I live in the middle of the established "Indian Territories" in N.E. Oklahoma. I've lurked this forum for a couple months now. Marveling at all of the countless amazing discoveries and information this...
  14. Newbie in NorCal

    Hello! My husband and I got into prospecting this spring and are addicted. I grew up in gold country and was the kid that got into trouble for doing things like taking a hammer to my grandmother's quartz flower bed borders looking for crystals and gold. :laughing7: I've wanted to get into...
  15. Idaho prospecting...or not?

    Hey all, New to the forums and relatively new to prospecting. Been panning for a few years with only a few small nuggets to my name and lots of Snake River Flour. I'm looking for opportunities to get out there and really hit it hard. I was recently up in Grangeville, ID last week for about...
  16. Southern California (Orange County/Los Angeles County) 2 year old Newbie Needs Help!

    New here and I've been MD'ing for about two years myself, but have never ever met another person who detects or gotten properly trained. I kinda just run with it and taught myself. I'm looking for experienced people in the OC/LA area who are willing to meet up at one of the beaches or parks...
  17. New So Cal treasure hunter here :)

    Hello everyone! Newbie to this awesome site. Found some great information here. I will try and contribute here too! :icon_thumright: Mainly will be searching the East Fork area and hope to meet some people in the hobby. Take care and be safe! Eric 8-)
  18. Newbie in Northern VA (Springfield)

    I have decided I need a hobby and thought this would be a great one to have. I love the outdoors and who doesnt like to find stuff. History has always been a passion of mine so I figured it was this or re-enactments. Metal detecting won out. I like relics and gold/silver so I havent bought a...
  19. Hello from Myrtle Beach, SC

    Hello, My name is Jeff and I am an addict.....lol I have become addicted to detecting now. I am less than 2 months into this and I have just purchased my 3rd detector(common rookie mistake I know now). I bought a cheap bounty hunter to see if I would like it and of course I did. Then I...
  20. In Los Angeles area, would like to try prospecting

    Hello all, I'm an active duty military member stationed in Long Beach, Calif. I'm really interested in going panning (never been before) in the region and through my research I found you can go to East Fork Rd. in Azusa Canyon. I actually rode up there a while back but there were so many...
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