Beginner in Atlanta

[LemonThrower]

there are a lot of civil war sites around where i live so i thought i might get into detecting.

what sort of detectors are good with hard, clay soils?

are there rules that limit what you can do in a state or city park?

thanks for your guidance.

 

[Sandman]

Check out your state here............http://www.fmdac.org/parks/parks.htm You can also visit your cities website to see if there might be restrictions. Learn to remove coins with only a screwdriver and not with the use of a shovel. That is the tool that can get you banded from parks and properties.

You do not need a thousand dollar detector to have fun. Tesoro is a very good brand, just stick to the major brands and you won't have a problem. Try to buy from a local dealer as he'll help you in many ways.

 

[Tom_in_CA]

Sandman's link (which BTW, says "no" to state parks there), would only apply to state park land. It does not apply to city, county, private, etc.....

As for "city" land (parks, lots, schools, etc...) if it's not specifically disallowed (ie.: a sign or whatever), then go. As long as you're not breaking some other rule (being a nuisance, making a mess, etc...), then you're ok. Just go at low traffic off times, because detectors are a natural draw for busy-bodies, or wrong assumptions, etc.... (kinda like picking your nose: no one cares till you ask if you can).

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Sandman's link (which BTW, says "no" to state parks there), would only apply to state park land. It does not apply to city, county, private, etc.....

As for "city" land (parks, lots, schools, etc...) if it's not specifically disallowed (ie.: a sign or whatever), then go. As long as you're not breaking some other rule (being a nuisance, making a mess, etc...), then you're ok. Just go at low traffic off times, because detectors are a natural draw for busy-bodies, or wrong assumptions, etc.... (kinda like picking your nose: no one cares till you ask if you can).

Sandman's link (which BTW, says "no" to state parks there), would only apply to state park land. It does not apply to city, county, private, etc.....

As for "city" land (parks, lots, schools, etc...) if it's not specifically disallowed (ie.: a sign or whatever), then go. As long as you're not breaking some other rule (being a nuisance, making a mess, etc...), then you're ok. Just go at low traffic off times, because detectors are a natural draw for busy-bodies, or wrong assumptions, etc.... (kinda like picking your nose: no one cares till you ask if you can).

(kinda like picking your nose: no one cares till you ask if you can)

 

[LemonThrower]

thanks for the info!

what about a national park?

also, any tips about say a church? obviously that's private property. i was going to ask one of the senior members if it would be all right. the church has an old school builing and is near my house. how would you guys go about this? Trying not to reinvent the wheel here but i don't want to cause a bad name for other hobbyists.

 

[Woodland Detectors]

1. Put on a smile
2. Comb your hair
3. Knock on the front door. Or find the Pastor or office, owner etc...
3 Throw important names at them or money Just kidding but, Hey, if it works

4. Just be sincere . Tell them you are sain and that this (detecting) is just what you enjoy doing on your days off. Let them know you don't make a mess and show them some stuff you might find. ..They love that.

5. And maybe something in writing. Georgia is a bit funny about people digging up their treasure.

It's that easy! But, Never forget If your not carefull : You could get into a lot of trouble

 

[treasurehound]

I would check out the White's MXT. It is one of the best machines for relic hunting as well as coins.

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Go Tesoro for your first machine. Light weight, powerful, AND LIFETIME GUARANTEE .......No one else can match that! Trust me on this one.