Going to the beach 1st time (where to look)

[Dig-Racing]

I'm going to the beach for the first time this weekend. Any suggestions where to look. Near the water or more inland

Thanks all

Jeff

 

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[Treasure_Hunter]

Hello Jeff, and welcome to TN.

You don't say what kind of detector you have and that would make a difference, if it is water proof or not, if it reacts to heavy salt mineralization. It's like saying, "I'm going fishing, where should I go?" We need to know what your got to work with in order to help you much.

Generally you would look at the beach and see where people are sitting, laying down and playing and check those areas. If it is water proof, move into the water and look for cuts and holes where it drops off suddenly. Remember drops in high tides are in different locations then low tide, but most drops end up being moved with the surf and tides. Always check cuts and holes in the beach, especially where rip currents may have worked on the beaches.

Always check the beach access paths, paths to bathrooms, showers, anything like that. I found a nice diamond ring not 4 feet from wooden stairs leading off the beach the last 5 secs of a hunt. If I had stop hunting I would not have found it.

Check this link out and read all it has for Beach and water hunting. http://thegoldenolde.com/

Good luck and good hunting

 

[Dig-Racing]

Thanks,

I filled in more info. I will check out the site and let everyone know if I find anything.

jeff

 

[Rob66]

Between the low and high tide lines.In a zigg search pattern Good luck!!
Rob

 

[UnEarthed72]

Rob is right..low tide times are the best...more area you'll have to increase your chances.And cover as much ground as you can

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Tide timing true, I try to hit the beach at least 3 hours minimum before low tide and hunt 1 to 2 hours past low tide at least if at all possible.

I'm 55 miles away from Daytona, if i lived close enough, I would hunt any time of the day, every day.

 

[ScrewcapRoy]

Hello Dig and welcome to Tnet. I hunt the beaches also and the type of equipment you use does matter. Try the dry sand first as it is easier to dig and should produce some clad and possibly some other goodies. If your machine can handle the wet sand or can go in the water play the tides. The goldennode site has a wealth of information that I have used. Also, check out the Beach & Shallow Water location on this site. Great Tips and useful information.
HH Roy

 

[spez401]

TreasureHunter gave you some of the best ideas. For a few more, check out www.thegoldenolde.com

steve

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Check the sand left where people are buried with sand. I found nice dive watch buried where left wrist was, wrist strap had come un-buckled.

Check all sand castles also, adults play with their kids there and jewelry comes off from the sunscreen and wet hands..

Look for the large holes left from beach umbrellas and search around them. Look for the lines left from beach chairs loungers.