Why do people post about sites they intend to metal detect?

[DFX DAVE in M.D.]

In have nothing against people posting about a site they are going to detect, I understand they are excited, it excites me looking forward to seeing them posting finds from that site. Here is one, lol how about people that argue over a famous cache like they are an expert on it, and shoot down any theory you might have, like they know exactly where it is. They live 2 or 3 thousand miles from the cache and most likely will never set foot down in that state.

 

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[Jason in Enid]

In have nothing against people posting about a site they are going to detect, I understand they are excited, it excites me looking forward to seeing them posting finds from that site. Here is one, lol how about people that argue over a famous cache like they are an expert on it, and shoot down any theory you might have, like they know exactly where it is. They live 2 or 3 thousand miles from the cache and most likely will never set foot down in that state.

Bwahahaha!

 

[NWMP]

Speaking for myself only. Maybe some of us started out nieve, open, friendly and willing to share all. Then you get it in the kiester from a few "friends in the hobby" and you learn some hard lessons. I still try to be chummy with a new local hobbiest, but I will never expose the "crown jewels" again. It seems to be a process that some of us go through.

 

[Higgy]

Indeed. We detectorists are probably the only segment of the population whose livelihood depends upon speaking in generalities. Never spill the beans!

 

[lastleg]

You fellers take it way to serious. It's a hobby not a lifestyle makeover. TNet is great because
you can talk coins, tokens, marbles, gemstones, relics and many more subjects with people
with the same interests.

Some guys get on here and talk up a legend they read about somewhere and think its gospel.
If you point out the flaws (they all have them) they get their feelings hurt thinking its personal.
It is not. Some oldtimers examined these yarns year ago and maybe put boots on the ground.
They find the layout is unlike the treasure tale hawkers described and realize writers were never
anywhere near the tale they wove. They just sat at their desks rewriting what some other
"treasure expert" published changing it up a bit for copyright sake and pawn it off to "treasure
rags" for profit.

I have enough Treasure magazines and books to fill up a pickup bed and not a one pointed me
to a legitimate cache. Some are entertaining, fun to read but good for only starting a fire.
Writing adventure stories is one thing. Making up yarns about non-events is another.

 

[StormSurge]

Whoops, forgot to attach Lion Harts quote " How else am I going to get my numbers up ?"

Good one ! Very insightful and even better being your first post. Welcome to Tnet.

 

[DFX DAVE in M.D.]

I agree Lastleg, you put it in writing better then me. I have thrown out ideas on famous cache's and got jumped down my throat on it. I was only trying to think outside the box, being every other way tried failed. I was just throwing out a different angle, for anyone that is actualy on the ground hunting it, because I will never hunt after that cache. I do agree most famous and less famous cache's are a bunch of hot air, and never were there in the first place.

 

[relicmeister]

Most posts about people getting permission to hunt are obvious in the thread title, so if that's not so interesting to you
just move on, right?

 

[NWMP]

You fellers take it way to serious. It's a hobby not a lifestyle makeover.

Actually I do take some unique locations quite seriously. And once the cream has been skimmed, it is gone forever.

 

[Slingshot]

It's like Christmas is to little kids, all the expectations of lollipops and gold coins dancing in our dreams about a good site we are about to hunt.

 

[sponge]

Ok im gonna post a pic of this treasure map from the 1600s. Im hope im not jumping the gun. Just excited.

sent from a sending device.

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

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[Frankn]

You fellers take it way to serious. It's a hobby not a lifestyle makeover. TNet is great because
you can talk coins, tokens, marbles, gemstones, relics and many more subjects with people
with the same interests.

Some guys get on here and talk up a legend they read about somewhere and think its gospel.
If you point out the flaws (they all have them) they get their feelings hurt thinking its personal.
It is not. Some oldtimers examined these yarns year ago and maybe put boots on the ground.
They find the layout is unlike the treasure tale hawkers described and realize writers were never
anywhere near the tale they wove. They just sat at their desks rewriting what some other
"treasure expert" published changing it up a bit for copyright sake and pawn it off to "treasure
rags" for profit.

I have enough Treasure magazines and books to fill up a pickup bed and not a one pointed me
to a legitimate cache. Some are entertaining, fun to read but good for only starting a fire.
Writing adventure stories is one thing. Making up yarns about non-events is another.

I agree with 90% of this post, But I think some of the tails are for real. I hunted the tail about the WWI millionaire deserter that hid $50,000 in gold coin in suitcases. My Partner and I spent a year in research and seeking permission. It lasted so long, my partner passed away before the hunt. In the end I wound up facing two big holes dug under a huge rock in the woods on a steep hill both dug years ago, both empty!
At present I am researching old tales , lesser known, of high value targets. I like the US Atlas which is the lifetime research of a writer/treasure hunter named Terry
He's gone now, but he has left his clues. I also like Penfield with his honest research. I don't like Jameson. One of his books was enough for me. Frank

 

[Old Silver]

I agree with 90% of this post, But I think some of the tails are for real. I hunted the tail about the WWI millionaire deserter that hid $50,000 in gold coin in suitcases. My Partner and I spent a year in research and seeking permission. It lasted so long, my partner passed away before the hunt. In the end I wound up facing two big holes dug under a huge rock in the woods on a steep hill both dug years ago, both empty!
At present I am researching old tales , lesser known, of high value targets. I like the US Atlas which is the lifetime research of a writer/treasure hunter named Terry
He's gone now, but he has left his clues. I also like Penfield with his honest research. I don't like Jameson. One of his books was enough for me. Frank View attachment 1095001

Now who's following fables?

 

[hbeaton]

Took me a bit to rid this thread. Some thoughts.

I'll play devil's advocate for a second and agree with boatload...the fact that permission was secured before just roaming some property you don't own is irrelevant. The fact you talked to countless oldtimers about an area is irrelevant. The fact that you spent countless hours at the library researching old maps, books and followed up with further hours spent researching google maps and other images for modern day views of a potential site is also irrelevant. Whether you did all of that beforehand or simply drove by in your car and saw something that looked appealing got out and asked for permission or didn't see anyone around so you just whipped out the detector and went for it is all irrelevant. And mentioning that you did all of that beforehand without having posted any find is glory seeking and to make you look like a researching bad arse!

What is relevant is what you found right...right? Good for you if you put in the time beforehand but no one really needs to read about that part.

I get it, I do. The assumption with most hunting sites is that some time was put into securing permission or access or research so why bother saying that at the outset, especially if its a site you have not even hunted yet? Maybe with your farm example, the crops were still up and while you have permission it is not until they are harvested so you are tantalizing us fellow TNETers with promises of finds that have not even been found, kinda dumb right?

/end devils advocate mode

Rather than assume most other folks on this site do this, I'll simply speak for myself. I love hunting (deer, turkey and such) and fishing too and for me that 1% of the hunt where you actually take out your target is important yes but whether you do or do not the 99% part of the hunt that did not involve taking out said target was just as much a part of the whole experience. Getting permission to hunt, walking the property to find good spots for stands or climbers, getting a lay of the land, getting up in the early morning, getting your gear on, getting to the stand, taking in nature before the hunt even begins. To me, thats just as important as the kill.
With treasure hunting, for most folks all that comes before digging out the target is just as important. Including the announcement of and anticipation for a new site.

While I too am very interested in what members actually found after all their hard work, I also enjoy hearing what it took to get there or other interesting things that happened during the hunt that had nothing to do with what came out of the hole.

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Just FyI, not directed at you hbeaton.

We are a primarily a forum on Treasure Hunting with some side interests, nothing pertaining to treasure hunting is irrelevant, if members wish to discuss obtaining permissions to hunt various properties before hunting them it is welcome here. Anyone who objects is welcome to not read, or just move to different thread, any one who harass members for starting threads on permissions are violating our rules.....

 

[Msbeepbeep]

The hunt is just as if not more exciting as the actual "recovery", to me. It is all up to the individual. That's what makes this hobby so great! It is all encompassing & individual at the same time! I love to hear all about the "details" before and after! I don't think any one is giving up their secret spot!
OMG! Auto correct got me again instead of spot it put pot! Lol! I can't win!

As for old fables there is a tad of truth in them and if you can figure out the rest of it, you're good!

 

[Old Dude]

I know I have made references to obtaining permissions in hopes some older, more experienced members would share their thoughts and strategies of hunting that type location. As some mentioned, this forum is a place we can find people who share our excitement in the anticipation. I hope the original poster can understand this.

 

[Frankn]

I think, in reality, they are seeking verification that it is a worth while detecting site.

Hay I do it and follow thru with details to help the newbies pick up some pointers, good things & errors I made.
It did come back and bite me once when someone tried to' claim jump the cache.
Frank

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

I agree. But I don't think any landowner, in their right mind, would agree to give up what's on their land that way.

That is land owners decision not ours..