Minelab Detexpert discovers Knights Templar relics Chicago, IL (April 5, 2020) – A little over one year ago, Michael Gehringer and one of his friends sought routine permission to hunt for Civil War relics on a site near their homes in Memphis, Tennessee. Both planned to use their Minelab metal detectors and were hoping to find […]
OUTDOOR DISCOVERY: Beach Bounty
The Jimmy Crossbones Treasure One man’s story of incredible Spanish treasure recovered on a Florida beach Chicago, IL (March 17, 2020) – Millions of visitors travel to Florida each year for recreation and fun in the sun, and every year they leave precious items behind. Native Floridians flock to Florida’s beaches as well, also depositing various treasures […]
Getting Started in Metal Detecting
The rewards of this outdoors activity are many, and the treasures yours to keep Chicago, IL (March 3, 2020) – More and more popular television shows are depicting the lure of treasure hunting. Untold wealth buried centuries ago hundreds of feet deep on an island, Civil War gold lost in the depths of Lake Michigan, sunken […]
OUTDOOR DISCOVERY: European Treasure in the U.S.
Spanish and Russian Coins in Southern Indiana? Abandoned Homestead Yields Diverse Treasures Chicago, IL (February 10, 2020) – Like most dedicated treasure hunters, Troy McCormick does a lot of research trying to find prospective sites to use his metal detector. Besides surfing the internet, perusing old newspapers, and talking with local historians, the host of Bootprints.TV drives back […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Seeded Metal Detector Hunts
Paid metal detector hunts are both fun and rewarding Chicago, IL (January 28, 2020) – You have your metal detector, earphones, digging tool, coin pouch, and maybe a pinpointer. You’ve practiced digging targets in yards, parks, beaches, or playgrounds. You’ve found some coins, maybe a piece of jewelry or two, a token, and assorted trash. Are […]
5 Metal Detecting Tips – How To Make The Most Of Your Treasure Hunting Adventures
Whether you are headed out for your first treasure hunting adventure or trying to perfect your metal detecting skills, it is a good idea to learn essential metal detecting tips. Not only does doing so help you become more confident but, it also equips you with the skills to make the activity more successful. Check […]
Basic Guide to Treasure Hunting in America
There are whole industries built around treasure hunting in America, and American treasure hunters have made some amazing (and lucrative) discoveries. Treasure hunting sounds easy enough: it is the search for hidden or buried treasure, right? However, the practice itself is a bit more complex than that. It demands a lot of time and effort, […]