Let the games begin!

[jgliddon]

My wife and I have always had different hobbies and have tended to always do our own thing, but after talking about how cool it would be to treasure hunt with metal detectors, we agreed that it was something that intrigued both of us and that we found interesting. The exercise and just being out in nature is just a bonus.

Well, we just got back from Pensacola Beach (I still have sand in my toes), from our first metal detecting attempt. I have read a little on the subject, listened to some podcasts and watched some YouTube videos. It is clear that there is much to learn and many different tools that can be used in addition to the metal detector itself.

We were only out for 2 hours or so, but we did find a coin! Just a '84 dime, but I already told her we need to save it and document it as our first official coin find. We found the other usual trash (screws, pull tabs from cans, bottle caps, etc), but that is all part of the learning process and the thrill of the hunt. I am looking forward to many years of this hobby with my wife Erin.

At the end of the day, we got some exercise, spent some quality time together and are 10 cents richer than we were before we started. It was a good day. I hope to be a frequent poster on this site and will definitely share any good finds.

Happy detecting everyone!

Jamie

 

[hostagedk]

quality time is priceless to start with. Always enjoy it. Sounds as you guys have had fun and enjoyed it glad to see you guys on teasurenet. Welcome aboard! good luck and HH

 

[s.tan]

Congratulations on finding a hobby the two of you can enjoy together! If there is a club in your area there can be a whole new social aspect in the way of club outings etc. as well. Good luck and happy hunting! Looking forward to seeing your finds.

 

[DFX DAVE in M.D.]

Welcome to the Hobby. Beach detecting can be tough at times, it can be great at other times. Try to find some areas inland also and see how that goes.

 

[treblehunter]

Nice post, thanks for sharing, welcome to TNet and good luck. HH

 

[MT_Joe]

Its a great hobby to do with someone else, especially your mate! I look forward to future posts!

 

[Old Dude]

Great post. You 2 will have some real memories. Good luck to both of you.


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[Msbeepbeep]

Welcome ! May you find lots of goodies, looks like you've already got the best one, each other! GL. HH

 

[g-olden years]

Welcome to the hobby! My son & I often detect together and always enjoy it. Many t-net folks from Florida have posted awesome finds both from beaches & inland, so I'm sure you'll both dig some super surprises! Maybe old Spanish gold coins washed up from sunken ships! Don't ignore the trashy areas! Here in central California, my best beach finds of quality gold & silver jewelry have ALL been mixed in with lots of junk stuff like rusty nails, pull tabs, sinkers -- areas that other detectorists tended to avoid. HAVE FUN! Andi