I have been detecting for about two years but had some health issues. Now I'm like most of the recent posts... when will the ground be soft enough. Have a DFX 950 and a Whites 6x10. Have searched a local park where I was stopped by a park ranger. I had heard the park was just starting to open up to detectorists, but only in one specific spot and only with a daily permit. The ranger was cordial and I stopped searching the area near a 150 year old "Insane Asylum" that was torn down. Looking forward to getting back to the park. Also enjoy beach hunting. No jewelry yet but some coins and locks.