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  1. 12-04-2011, 09:35 PM #1
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    New to this site and hobby

    Hi,

    I just got my first metal detector yesterday. I have found 51 Cents in clad and a bunch of screws, bolts and metal from who knows what.
    I am interested in detecting near and old staqe coach trai here near my house in Chatsworth California but I am not sure of the laws yet

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  2. 12-04-2011, 11:39 PM #2
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    hello Rebounder glad you found the forum , what kind of machine did you just get ?? it sounds like a winner from all the change you picked up i hope the stage coach spot works out for you and please share the pictures of the area and finds you make.

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  3. 12-05-2011, 01:56 AM #3
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Hey Rebounded!
    Welcome to the forum from the cornfields of Illinois!
    Glad you found us! You'll love this hobby! thumbsup01
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  4. 12-05-2011, 08:45 AM #4
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Rebounded, welcome from western MA. Glad you found this forum and we are all looking forward to your posts. You can probably start by checking who actually owns the land that the stage coach road runs thru.
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  5. 12-05-2011, 09:49 AM #5
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    From the wine country in Northern California, welcome to the forum. It appears you have you a spot to search in mind. Research is the key. Always get permission to hunt on private property. Don't be afraid to ask, the worst they can say is no. Good luck and happy hunting.
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  6. 12-06-2011, 02:59 PM #6
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Welcome to the forums. If the stage coach trail is on private property, you will need permission to hunt it.
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  7. 12-06-2011, 08:52 PM #7
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Thanks for all the info.

    I found that this trail is actually part of a huge land set aside as an historic park. Looks like I will have to move on to other areas.

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  8. 12-06-2011, 09:25 PM #8
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Welcome to the forum! Sorry about your stage coach trail but I'm sure you will find other good places to hunt.

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    Welcome from Chester County, PA
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    Welcome to this addictive hobby! We are glad you are here. Looking forward to seeing your finds!
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  11. 12-08-2011, 07:47 AM #11
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Welcome from Mississippi. Looking forward to your post and finds. HH
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  12. 12-08-2011, 11:28 PM #12
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Welcome to American Detectorist Rebounded. It's great to have you here with us.

    I have found 51 Cents in clad and a bunch of screws, bolts and metal from who knows what.
    We all have days like this. It makes the good days better. You are definitely digging the right signals.

    I'm looking forward to your posts. :->

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    Welcome!! Get used to the screws, nuts and bolts, bottle caps. Ha! I've dug alot of holes this year. I'm going to start my own metal recycling center. Have a great ride!!
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  14. 12-10-2011, 08:22 AM #14
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Welcome from SE Wisconsin, take your time and learn your machine and the good stuff will come. HH


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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    A belated welcome to ya from a fellow Californian!
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  16. 01-08-2012, 10:52 AM #16
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    welcome from central Illinois
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  17. 01-08-2012, 04:32 PM #17
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    Re: New to this site and hobby

    Welcome to the group! Which detector are you working with? I have a love/hate relationship with my T2...right now I hate it. lol
    Good luck with your hunts and happy winter.
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