Gotta start somewhere. You'll be an old hand before long. When you get that first really exciting find, it becomes an addiction. You'll be out in 100* weather and not even notice it, until you try to move later at home. Welcome and great hunting...
Welcome!
Like those before me, all of (us) have something in common, likely more than one thing..., certainly its History.
You are in an area, RICH in history - so, Immerse yourself in the hobby - Contribute to understanding what happened
in your area. Enjoy!