• Turning trash into treasure
    Developing technology can turn waste into power It's said that one person's trash is another person's treasure. […]
  • Set sail on an adventure
    A young boy, Jeremy Jacob, was discovered by the pirates while he is building a sandcastle on the beach. He is invited to go with the pirates and adventure unfolds. […]
  • Geocaching's newest wave adds scuba to scavenging
    AVON PARK, Fla. — The latest scavenger hunt takes you underwater. Geocaching started as a hobby more than a decade ago on land but it's slowly becoming popular with scuba enthusiasts around the world looking for new underwater adventures. "People are adding this on as an extension to their own ... […]
  • Most Detailed Look Ever Into the Carina Nebula
    Like finding buried treasure, this new image of the Carina Nebula has uncovered details not seen before. This vibrant image, from ESO’s Very Large Telescope shows not just the brilliant massive stars, but uncovers hundreds of thousands of much fainter stars that were previously hidden from view. Hundreds of individual images have been combined to […]
  • Digging for gold
    There could be treasure buried in your basement, or priceless antiques in your attic. Barrie residents can find out if they’re sitting on gold or holding a piece of history during THR’s Treasure Hunters Roadshow this week and into the weekend.[…]
  • New scavenger hunt takes you underwater
    UNDERWATER geocaching combines the best of both worlds- the excitement of a treasure hunt in spectacular marine surrounds. […]
  • Find Your Buried Treasure in the Miner Left Behind
    A Foolish perspective on one glowing bargain in coal. […]
  • Treasure hunters sacrifice teenager
    A teenaged boy was allegedly sacrificed by treasure hunters at Nirmal's dilapidated Shamgarh fort evoking revulsion from all segments of people. The body of the 14-year-old Poosapatri Ga... […]
  • GLTC employees find missing certificate of deposit
    For more than a year, Debbie Evans and her co-workers at the Greater Lynchburg Transit Company have been distressed over the disappearance of a $50,000 certificate of deposit belonging to GLTC’s employee benefits association. […]
  • Man Discovers Treasure At Colorado River
    Bastrop Police are holding on to some real buried treasure that was found along the Colorado River at the City’s Fisherman’s Park. […]

Posts Tagged ‘treasure hunter metal detector’

Discover Hidden Loot With Your Very Own Treasure Hunter Metal Detector

Monday, August 3rd, 2009
by Xavier Toolhausens

Everyone has seen them before; tanned people walking the shores at the sea with a pole on their arm scanning for hidden treasures. This is known as metal detecting. The rod that one holds is known in the industry as a metal detector. These diagnostic tools fasten to the arm to make for comfortable holding of the device. The user will basically walk at a steady pace waving the wand around and around. These individuals are detecting gold, silver, money, and any other objects that could have found their way under the sand.

These devices are a well-known pastime for groups or for generating income. Although widely debated, some report substantial gains and earn a decent living doing only that. This activity is fun because you don’t know what you are land on. If it is gold, and buried within range, you will find it! Metal detectors are very easy to use. Most come with a indicator displaying the type, easy to use arm straps, and a strainer shovel to dig with. Some types have a sift mechanism to sift out earth to find treasures. Metal detectors run on a battery charge and give a series of beeps when metal is detected. Though, they can only find things within range of the specific metal detector. They all have unique capabilities and this is important when getting one. However, most treasures are found on shallow land; it really is a determinant of the place and what you are looking for.

People not only operate metal detectors for coin shooting, as the process is known. Many use metal detectors for coming across relics and antiques. This is most exciting because what you are hoping to find is buried treasure. Enthusiasts typically perform online readings to find lots that are said to be full of treasure. A popular region is just south of the Mason Dixon line in Southern United States where individuals search for old civil war relics. Enthusiasts have also been keen on attempting to search library books to find areas of heavy activity. However, it is important that the true-ness of the information obtained is considered. Many people end up on wild goose chases from a simple mention of a possibility; the source has to be valid. With these metal detectors, someone can also scan the backyard for treasures; these areas are chalk full of rare objects.

The objects found on a regular basis by metal detectors are simply amazing. Some of these amazing finds have included: silver, tools, antique spoons and forks, antique guns, antique ammo, and some finds are said to be worth a fortune!

Metal detecting with a device is a relaxing and interesting hobby. Whether you are looking for supplemental income, or are looking for the jewels of long ago, this hobby is most interesting. When scanning floors, beaches, walls, rooms, and other places, you never know what you’re going to come across – could be the thing to make you rich!

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Find Lost Treasure With Your Very Own Metal Detector

Monday, August 3rd, 2009
by Xavier Toolhausens

We have all seen them before; sun-kissed men and women trolling the shores at the ocean with a pole on their arm scanning for precious loot. This is known to many as treasure detecting. The rod that one holds is known as a metal detector. These diagnostic tools fasten to the arm to make for easy sweeping of the device. The person will usually trot at a moderate pace scanning all available square feet in a given area or strip of beach. These individuals are detecting gold, silver, coins, and any other objects that could have found their way under the sand.

Metal detectors are a well-known pastime for groups or for generating income. Though heavily debated, some say they earn a decent living doing only that. This activity is fun because you never know what you are gonna come up with. If it is silver, and buried not too deep, you will find it! Metal detectors are user-friendly. Most come with a digital readout showing the find, easy to put on arm straps, and a strainer shovel for digging. Some metal detectors have a sifting tool on the end to sift out earth to find things. Metal detectors work on a batteries and give a beeping when something is detected. But, they can only locate objects that are within range of the capabilities of the specific detector. They all have different ranges and this is key when purchasing one. Although, most treasures are not buried too far below the surface; it really is a determinant of the place and the treasure sought.

Enthusiasts not only use metal detectors for coin shooting, as its called. Some use metal detectors for treasure and relic hunting. This is very because there are many antiques that are considered buried treasure. People of this sport perform online research and find locations that are believed to be saturated with history. A popular region is just south of the Mason Dixon line in south United States where people hunt for old civil war antiques. People have also been big on going to search library books to find areas of heavy activity. However, it is highly recommended that the authenticity of the information obtained is considered. Many people end up on wild goose chases from a simple mention of a possibility; the information must be relevant. With these metal detectors, one can also scour home grounds; these are sometimes slap full of treasures.

The treasures found during treasure and relic hunts using metal detectors are stunning. Some of these rare treasures include: jewelry, tools, old silverware, antique firearms, antique ammunition, and many can be worth a fortune!

Metal detecting with a metal detector is a fun and spending way to pass the time. Whether you are looking for supplemental income, or desire to locate the find of long ago, this hobby is most interesting. When sand, beaches, walls, rooms, and anywhere else, you never know what is waiting to be discovered – could be the greatest find of all kind

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Have Fun With Your Very Own Treasure Hunting Metal Detector

Sunday, August 2nd, 2009
by Xavier Toolhausens

We have all seen them before; dark, sun-drenched individuals scouring the shores at the ocean with a rod attached to their hands scanning for precious loot. This is called treasure detecting. The rod that one holds is known as a metal detector. These diagnostic tools fasten to the forearm to make for easy sweeping of the device. The user will usually trot at a slow pace sweeping the sand around them as they walk. These enthusiasts are looking for gold, silver, money, and any other valuable that has been stuffed down into the sand or dirt.

These tools are a fun pastime for families or for generating income. Although widely debated, some say they earn a decent living and not having to do anything else. This hobby is exciting because you cannot be aware what you are gonna come up with. If it is gold, and buried within range, you will find it! Metal detectors are very easy to use. Most come with a indicator displaying the metal content, easy to fasten arm straps, and a strainer shovel for digging. Some even have a sift mechanism to sift out sand and dirt to find metals. Metal detectors work on a battery charge and give a beeping when silver or gold is detected. However, they can only locate objects that are within range of the capabilities of the specific detector. They all have different ranges and this is important when buying one. However, most treasures are closer to the surface; it really is a determinant of the place and what you hope to find.

Enthusiasts not only use metal detectors for coin shooting, as the process is known. Some use them for coming across relics and antiques. This is fun because there are many antiques that are considered buried treasure. The hobbyists usually perform online searches to locate spots that are said to be saturated with history. A popular region is just south of the Mason Dixon line in south United States where individuals search for old civil war antiques. People have also been big on going to search library material to read about areas of heavy activity. However, it is vital that the authenticity of the location is written by a reputable person. Many people end up on wild goose chases from a simple hunch written in a book; the source has to be valid. With these metal detectors, someone can also scan the backyard for treasures; these locations are slap full of amazing finds.

The treasures found during treasure and relic hunts using metal detectors are stunning. Some of these sunken treasures could be: jewelry, tools, antique spoons and forks, antique firearms, antique bullets, and many can be worth a fortune!

Metal detecting with a detector is a relaxing and spending way to pass the time. Whether you are looking for a simple and easy way to earn supplemental income, or are looking for the treasure of ancient times, this vocation is amazing. When scanning floors, coasts, walls, caves, and the like, you never know what you’re going to come across – could be the thing to make you rich!

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