Bigscoop went detecting....

bigscoop · Apr 15, 2014

....couldn't stand it any longer, went to the beach today at low tide for a trial run, no deep/rough stuff, baby pools and baby steps today. Had to pass on a few of the deeper/stubborn targets because I could feel the back of my neck and shoulders tensing up. But all in all a pretty good day, "between storms"...only got in about an hour total. Hopefully the morning will be kind to me with no neck or stiffness issues. Sure was nice to be back out there! My take for the day was a couple of sinkers, a couple of pennies, and a couple of pull tabs......BUT THEY SURE FELT GOOD AS GOLD TODAY! :laughing7:

lorraine · Apr 15, 2014

Bigscoop...so good to "hear "from you , and I'm glad that you are feeling better.

Take care , and welcome back!

Lorraine

s1u2r3f4 · Apr 15, 2014

Dude!!! I'll dig for ya! Better than the 60 cents I got today. You'll be fine. Glad you're back :icon_queen:

seeker41 · Apr 15, 2014

awesome to hear/read that you could at least do that much!!!!! don't push it!!!!!!!!!!

chuck.

hamiddetecting · Apr 15, 2014

Welcome back!! I'm so glad you are feel better, hope you will be so better, I miss your post and the forum will increase up to diamond :laughing7:

Fletch88 · Apr 15, 2014

Good to hear from you Scoop! Hope your fully recovered in near future.

Treasure_Hunter · Apr 15, 2014

Good to hear you getting out again...

American by birth, Patriot by choice.

I would rather die standing on my two feet defending our Constitution than live a lifetime on my knees......

Sandman · Apr 15, 2014

So glad to hear you are able to get out for the good life. Take is slow at first as there is always next day.

bigscoop · Apr 15, 2014

Thanks folks! I think it's mostly a psychological thing now, "a once bitten - twice shy" sort of thing, "I hope?" By the way, Diamondr, a member on this site and my usual hunting partner is having difficulties with the same type spine issues only he's not rebounding at all and the situation looks pretty dim at present. So I hope he manages a recovery in the near future. Have patience and keep the faith, Rick! :thumbsup:

bigscoop · Apr 15, 2014

Sandman said:
So glad to hear you are able to get out for the good life. Take is slow at first as there is always next day.

A nesting sea turtle moves faster then I did today. :laughing7:

s1u2r3f4 · Apr 15, 2014

Man, good wishes to your friend.. Rick :icon_queen:

sponge · Apr 15, 2014

This news will reduce my gold finds drastically. Damit Jim. Any motion better then no motion. Welcome back BS

lost items recovery · Apr 15, 2014

bigscoop said:
....couldn't stand it any longer, went to the beach today at low tide for a trial run, no deep/rough stuff, baby pools and baby steps today. Had to pass on a few of the deeper/stubborn targets because I could feel the back of my neck and shoulders tensing up. But all in all a pretty good day, "between storms"...only got in about an hour total. Hopefully the morning will be kind to me with no neck or stiffness issues. Sure was nice to be back out there! My take for the day was a couple of sinkers, a couple of pennies, and a couple of pull tabs......BUT THEY SURE FELT GOOD AS GOLD TODAY!

Hello Bigscoop! Being that you are suffering from back pain I have a ointment I'd like to recommend to you. It's called tiger balm and it works great when combined with someone massaging it into the injured area. It is used by many martial artists after sparing to relieve pain. I had back surgery and it really helped me out.....a lot! I'm against pain meds so if need be ibuprofen and tiger balm will help get you through! During my recovery after physical therapy I was stubborn and painfully at times still detected keeping my back locked straight while digging and the exercise got my in good shape again. The worst thing you can do is lay in bed on it all day or on a heating pad all night!! Heating pad for 10-15 minutes max and walking the beach really helps. Give it time and you'll be good again. Hope this helps!

Almost forgot. Go for the red!
Available at some wal marts, cvs or Walgreens.
Very small bottle tuff to spot on the shelf.
Good luck

Sir Gala Clad · Apr 15, 2014

Big Scoop: Delighted to hear that you are out and about treasure hunting.
Baby pools and baby steps are fine as long as you either team with a digger or hunt with a small light scoop.
Don't risk carrying a big scoop, it only takes one misjudgement or getting excited to do harm.
Sadly, not only is youth wasted on the young; One's mind often becomes more powerful than one's body.
Take care, hope Diamondsdr will be able to join you on the beach.

bigscoop said:
....couldn't stand it any longer, went to the beach today at low tide for a trial run, no deep/rough stuff, baby pools and baby steps today. Had to pass on a few of the deeper/stubborn targets because I could feel the back of my neck and shoulders tensing up. But all in all a pretty good day, "between storms"...only got in about an hour total. Hopefully the morning will be kind to me with no neck or stiffness issues. Sure was nice to be back out there! My take for the day was a couple of sinkers, a couple of pennies, and a couple of pull tabs......BUT THEY SURE FELT GOOD AS GOLD TODAY!

bigscoop · Apr 15, 2014

Not that this has anything to do with the topic at hand, but it's mid-night and for the last couple of hours I just couldn't get "hot fudge sunday" out of my mind. Mmmmmm....is this good! :laughing7:

OBN · Apr 15, 2014

Things seem back to norm when your posting, good to see your out!! Now if we can dig some gold... :icon_thumleft:

ctbob · Apr 16, 2014

Great to hear you're back out there enjoying yourself.

bigscoop · Apr 16, 2014

OBN said:
Things seem back to norm when your posting, good to see your out!! Now if we can dig some gold...

From what little beach I saw the other day, sort of in that transition zone, I believe. The sand appeared to be coming back in and not enough traffic on the beach yet to provide a good supply of recent drops. I did come up with a plan of attack for my next outing, which I was hoping would be today but it never happened. Now it appears that heavy rain and storms are forecast for the next few days. :BangHead:

(But probably best I don't push it anyway just yet. :laughing7:

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Lady Pirate · Apr 17, 2014

Glad to see that you went out Bigscoop, and to see your post! It's a start anyway. Just take it easy.....and don't be too hard-headed and go for the gusto too soon or you'll be reminded or why you were put down for a while. Good luck and looking forward you seeing what you find~~~~