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Thought I would post this here. Its been a long time since I have been on the forums, but a friend of mine found this possible pyramid in the jungles of Mexico a few years ago using Google Maps. From the aerial image it was certainly interesting in its shape alone but when we started looking at...

A friend of mine found this site a few years ago. From the aerial image it was certainly interesting in its shape alone but when we started looking at other images and topo maps, we started to see some alignments we couldn't just dismiss. Check it out and see what you think. We are talking with...

Enter the July 2010 HBSI Forums Image Contest. This month we will have two categories and the winner in each will recieve his/her choice of a Raptor Cap HU700 or HU900 along with a Raptor Fishing T-Shirt and Hat. http://forums.sideimagingsoft.com/index.php?topic=1458.0 We are proud to have...

Aqua Survey's EM Sled used by Mel Fishers I didn't know if you guys had seen this. I had kept hearing about the new Technology the Fishers were using on the Atocha Site. Apparently they hired a company called Aqua Survey. The EM Sled is pretty interesting. http://www.aquasurvey.com Check out...

How much is a "quintal" in 1600? Ok, I am reading some Spanish text from around 1600 that talks about a cannon weighing 12 quintals. I have looked some info up on the web and of course consulted my Marx Reference library, but there are variations in exactly what a quintal would have been for...

Humminbird® Expands Innovative Sonar Offerings With the Addition of Down Imaging™ Highly Popular “Side-to-Side” Picture-Like View Now Includes View Below the Boat. EUFAULA, Ala. (Sept., 2009) – Expanding on an impressive list of sonar capabilities, Humminbird® announces the addition of Down...

FOR SALE - 36' Treasure Salvage Boat w/ 24" Mailboxes - ARRG's R/V Conquistador Well guys, the ARRG vessel R/V Conquistador is up for sale. I hate to do it, but money is tight and we have decided to put our efforts in some other projects for now. She is rigged out and ready to work. Some...

Heres a video I came across on YouTube I had never seen. Always fun to listen to the story of Mel and the Atocha. Robert Xk9APPk9JyA

Well, guys I wanted to post some picts from the Treasure Expo. It is amazing what xXx (David) has put together in such a short time. There were some 100 vendors and groups present and some really great displays. I had the pleasure of meeting Greg and Tony with the Goldhound for the first time...

Hey guys, dont forget to watch the new series on TruTV called The Atocha Adventure! Starts at 10 pm (in just a few minutes) Looks pretty good. Robert

Guys I dont have time to tell the story right now, but here are some links to check out! I am on my way back from Myrtle Beach and stopped off to post this! http://www.carolinalive.com/news/photos.aspx?id=275374 http://www.thesunnews.com/news/breaking_news/story/825428.html Here are some...

Does anyone have a used or damaged coil for the Garrett Sea Hunter Mk II and/or the Infinium they are willing to part with in the name of science? I am building underwater probes for the Sea Hunter and Infinium and you would recieve one of these probes free of charge for your donation. These...

Does anyone have a used or damaged coil for the Garrett Sea Hunter Mk II and/or the Infinium they are willing to part with in the name of science? I am building underwater probes for the Sea Hunter and Infinium and you would recieve one of these probes free of charge for your donation. These...

Hey, came across this youtube video of Doug, Lynn and the Polly-L and didn't know if it had been posted. SIVjXqssGkY Robert

I decided to take advantage of the great weather yesterday and clear water to do a little river diving with a good friend. The air temp was a balmy 73 degrees and the water was just slightly cooler. Can you say 55 deg. It was a little chilly getting in! But the vis in the river was awesome at...

I came across this website while looking for some information on a wreck. Seems to be a good compilation of AWOIS and other wreck sources. Didn't know if it had been posted before, but one for the favorites list! Whats cool is users can post updates on listed wrecksites or even post new...

Dear Fellow Treasure Hunters, Even if you do not have any interest in Shipwreck Salvage or the Shipwreck forum, WE NEED YOUR HELP! Our legal rights for Shipwreck Salvage within State waters are at risk! WE NEED YOUR HELP to show our opposition to the proposed changes to the State of Florida's...

Dear Fellow Treasure Hunters, Even if you do not have any interest in Shipwreck Salvage or the Shipwreck forum, WE NEED YOUR HELP! I know this is The General Discussion forum, but Our legal rights for Shipwreck Salvage within State waters are at risk! We need your help to show our opposition...

Well, I got offshore today to do some Side Scanning with my Humminbird 997 but the wind picked up and made things a little choppy. So we headed in and decided to look around the beach. I have been looking for this wreck for several years. Just beach combing looking for clues and getting out on...

Ok, I scanned this image earlier today and just have no idea what this is. At first thought it was a dock float. But its 22' wide and 59' long. Maybe a barge? But what about the openings? The one that looks like a hatch is about 8' x 7'. I am stumped! Any ideas? RGecy