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Metal Detecting Code of Ethics. Part 1 of 3.

Hi all. I dug this up out of my garrett handbook. It may help a few of you out if you are not sure. Even tho its american, we kinda follow the same guidelines here yall.
I have this stored on word document so if anyone would like a copy just PM me your email and i will send it to you.

Quote, by old man Garrett himself. ''The following is a Code of Ethics that many treasure hunting clubs endorse and hobbyists follow to preserve our exciting hobby of metal detecting. We encourage you to do the same''.

CODE OF ETHICS
* I will respect private and public property, all historical and archaeological sites and will do no metal detecting on these sites without permission.

* I will keep informed on and obey all local and national legislation relating to the discovery and reporting of found treasures.

* I will aid law enforcement officials wherever possible.

* I will cause no wilful damage to property of any kind including fences, signs and buildings.

* I WILL ALWAYS FILL THE HOLES I DIG.

* I will not destroy property, buildings or remains of deserted structures.

* I will not leave litter or other discarded junk items lying around.

* I will carry all junk rubbish and dug targets with me when i leave each search area.

* I will observe the Golden rule using good outdoor manners and conducting oneself at all times in a manner which will add to the stature and public image of all people engaged in the field of metal detection.



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Edited by user Saturday, 11 April 2015 11:21:22 AM(UTC)  | Reason: Charles Lewis Garrett. 1932 - 2015

Hi there kiwisouth. It would be interesting to see what your club ethics/rules are compared to the above. Thinking about it we dont seem to have one here in NZ that we can all stick too. I guess its because there is nothing official about metaldetecting here in this country, yet. Where as in other places like the UK they have fairly stern based rules and guidelines.
Again i wasnt sure how this thread would go as when we breach the topic of where when or how, we all seem to tread lightly when in fact we dont need to, just embrace it i say. So, pleased to see that its going down well.
Most of us follow these guidelines anyway. I did notice a bit of uncertaincy with a couple of newbies recently so i hope this page helps them on there way. There is a part 2 to this list which i may post later.

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MD Code of Ethics part 3/3.

Caring for your machine.
* Avoid extreme temperatures as much as possible, such as storing detectors in automobile trunks during the summer or outdoors in-
* -sub freezing temperature.

* Keep your detector clean. Wipe the control box with a damp cloth when necessary.

* Remember that your search coil is submersible, but your control housing is not. Never submerge any control housing or connector in water-
* -(unless specifically designed for underwater use).

* Protect your control housing from from heavy mist rain or blowing surf.

* Disassemble the stem, wipe it and the coil clean with a damp cloth.

* When storing for longer than one month, remove batteries from the detector.

* It is best to use quality alkaline batteries. When changing batteries, be sure to replace with all new batteries for maximum performance.

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Edited by user Monday, 22 October 2012 9:42:04 AM(UTC)  | Reason: Detectorhead

A rehash of an old thread. This code of ethics is standard procedure in the USA and one that i follow.
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Edited by user Saturday, 23 February 2013 8:58:34 AM(UTC)  | Reason: A rehash of your post

The Probe Method is a useful recovery method for shallow targets in dry friable soil like the country is experiencing at the moment. But for deep targets in good turf the Slit Method is much better. Warning the slit method will only work in good thick turf - if its dry and crumbly or the grass is sparse then the turf will still break up. In these cases it is just best to ignore the deep target until winter time. You don't need a knife for the slit method as a sharpened Lesche still works well.

As well as the vid Guardian posted above, a PDF instruction of both is shown here: http://www.goldpanprospectors.com/files/METAL_DETECTING_RECOVERY_METHOD11.pdf

For both methods it is best to practice in your own back yard first and waiting a week to see what or if any damage shows.

Edited by user Saturday, 16 March 2013 6:20:30 PM(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified

Hi there, nothing like a rehashing of a thread. See post # 1, has some cool tips.

HH

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