Our responsibility, our future, our hobby.

[Paul Revere’s Ghost]

Well, if filling in other people’s holes is no big deal, why is everyone getting so worked up about it?
And if it really isn’t a big deal, then these idiots—or should I say, these clumsy treasure hunters—might as well just leave the holes they’ve dug wide open.
The next competent metal detectorist will be more than happy to fill them in for them.

Because the next man up may not come along before somebody twists an ankle or knee. I’ve had both knees broken, one snow skiing and the other in karate class. It’s a LONG painful healing process.

 

[guest]

Because the next man up may not come along before somebody twists an ankle or knee. I’ve had both knees broken, one snow skiing and the other in karate class. It’s a LONG painful healing process.

Dude, don’t go blaming others for your own shortcomings and your inability to walk in a straight line.
As a martial artist, of all people, you should be capable of handling the unexpected.
It’s a good thing that, back in the army, we only ever had to train in well-heated halls and on paved paths.
Muhahaha...😂🤣😂🤣😂🤞🍀

 

[SD51]

Here's why we fill in other people's holes in the parks.

Posted this in 2016...

Why We Fill in Our Holes

Been detecting a local park for years. It came about in the '70s so not much chance at silver, but always plenty of clad and rings / jewelry. A annual three day carnival always provided some keepers too and so did the tot lot. The last two years I've noticed countless holes in the ground...

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[Paul Revere’s Ghost]

Dude, don’t go blaming others for your own shortcomings and your inability to walk in a straight line.
As a martial artist, of all people, you should be capable of handling the unexpected.
It’s a good thing that, back in the army, we only ever had to train in well-heated halls and on paved paths.
Muhahaha...😂🤣😂🤣😂🤞🍀

Sooo. You don’t hunt at night I’m guessing. Write a book about your awesome skills. I’ll buy the first copy if you autograph it.

 

[guest]

You asked for opinions.
You got answers.
Why are you crying now?
Life is so unfair.

 

[Tesorodeoro]

So you go to a park and there's holes, with trash beside the hole, and you just go about your business and dig your own?
Oh come on-Really?

What does it take actually to flip the plug in, give a stomp, pick up the trash.
Been there done it(fixing/stomping/picking) and seriously I was pissed about it.
Then there's the cases where I've dug a plug of apron dumps, when there's a trash container 50 ft away.

Though if everyone just turned a blind eye to the idiots that have done it then the list of private permissions better be long.

Granted it's hard to fix stupid.

Just remember not everyone is “popping plugs” while they are recovering targets. That goes well for people detecting parks, schools, yards, etc. I never detect places like that. I don’t even use a shovel. Yes fill your holes and pick up trash regardless of where you are detecting.

I’ve filled a few holes when nugget hunting, but the lazy slobs that leave PI craters everywhere - leave big holes that take a bit of effort to fill.

 

[Tesorodeoro]

You asked for opinions.
You got answers.
Why are you crying now?
Life is so unfair.

Your kind of rough around the edges, especially considering your conversing with folks that have a lot in common.

 

[Tesorodeoro]

There are people that will always walk over trash in a parking lot and never bend down to throw something in the trash can. Or drive by a bag of trash and watch it scatter in the road.

I occasionally stop and do a good deed. Not everyone needs to do this, but it’s good for the soul sometimes.

 

[pepperj]

Just remember not everyone is “popping plugs” while they are recovering targets. That goes well for people detecting parks, schools, yards, etc. I never detect places like that. I don’t even use a shovel. Yes fill your holes and pick up trash regardless of where you are detecting.

I’ve filled a few holes when nugget hunting, but the lazy slobs that leave PI craters everywhere - leave big holes that take a bit of effort to fill.

Using a shovel in a park isn't the coolest method (attention getter) basically.

Then again I know of a few that love to dress up as a clown wearing neon construction vests" Look @ me".

 

[k0bgalan]

I have a personal motto, and one I've lived under for many years—and it has worked well!! Here it is for your enjoyment.

Set the example. Don't be one!

 

[FreeBirdTim]

There are people that will always walk over trash in a parking lot and never bend down to throw something in the trash can. Or drive by a bag of trash and watch it scatter in the road.

I occasionally stop and do a good deed. Not everyone needs to do this, but it’s good for the soul sometimes.

The same thing applies to stores. If I see a bag of potato chips has fallen off the shelf and onto the floor, I pick it up and put it back on the shelf. I don't think I've ever seen another person pick up anything that had fallen onto the floor, ever. They'll either step over it, step on it (like a gift card) or go out of their way to avoid it and pretend they didn't see it. Do better people. It only takes a few seconds to do the right thing.

 

[Tesorodeoro]

Using a shovel in a park isn't the coolest method (attention getter) basically.

Then again I know of a few that love to dress up as a clown wearing neon construction vests" Look @ me".

Based on YouTube videos, I though most everyone used a short steel shovel and black rubber gloves to recover targets in lawns??

 

[Tesorodeoro]

Well the reality is no matter how disrespectful it is to other Americans (leaving trash and holes), the hobby has to try to “self regulate” otherwise public opinion could shift and govt rule makers could home in on more restrictions and closures. People new to the hobby (and careless people) need to hear this.

 

[Paul Revere’s Ghost]

You asked for opinions.
You got answers.
Why are you crying now?
Life is so unfair.

I asked for personal opinions. Not personal attacks. People are so brave when they’re anonymous behind a keyboard. And rude. Thank you for your service. Under Patton I assume.

 

[russau]

I think YouTube has probably helped make the hobby more popular, but the problem is that not everyone takes the responsibility seriously. Filling your holes should be basic etiquette, especially on a public beach where someone could easily get hurt. Everyone makes mistakes when they're new, but there's no excuse for leaving a mess behind after someone has pointed it out. We should all try to leave the beach as we found it.

You missed a word in your comment that I'm sure you meant to put in ! BETTER THAN WE FOUND IT ! I try for this a;sp !

 

[russau]

The same thing applies to stores. If I see a bag of potato chips has fallen off the shelf and onto the floor, I pick it up and put it back on the shelf. I don't think I've ever seen another person pick up anything that had fallen onto the floor, ever. They'll either step over it, step on it (like a gift card) or go out of their way to avoid it and pretend they didn't see it. Do better people. It only takes a few seconds to do the right thing.

AGREED !

 

[AU Seeker]

I asked for personal opinions. Not personal attacks. People are so brave when they’re anonymous behind a keyboard. And rude. Thank you for your service. Under Patton I assume.

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

I think YouTube has probably helped make the hobby more popular, but the problem is that not everyone takes the responsibility seriously. Filling your holes should be basic etiquette, especially on a public beach where someone could easily get hurt. Everyone makes mistakes when they're new, but there's no excuse for leaving a mess behind after someone has pointed it out. We should all try to leave the beach as we found it.

You were warned about posting spam links in quotes, and did it again now you are banned....

 

[Sandog]

After working the ER for several years I can tell you that there are far more "stepped in a hole" , " slipped on something " , foot, ankle, leg, and hip injuries than you can imagine. How freaking hard is for one person to try to save another from that situation? Second most important commandment, " love your neighbor as yourself".

 

[russau]

Well the reality is no matter how disrespectful it is to other Americans (leaving trash and holes), the hobby has to try to “self regulate” otherwise public opinion could shift and govt rule makers could home in on more restrictions and closures. People new to the hobby (and careless people) need to hear this.

AGREED WHOLE HEARTEDLY ! Just look what happened to mining and dredging for a start ! It COULD happen to us as well ! Like SMOKEY said, "Only you can prevent a forest fire!"