To ensure the continuation of the hobby of metal detecting, it is important that we follow several guidelines set to protect sensitive environmental and cultural sites. To remain up to date, it is best to check with the governing body of the land you wish to detect. In NSW, there are several places where the … Continue reading Metal Detecting Laws NSW
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Drones and Metal Detecting
At first glance, you probably wouldn’t realise the practical potential of adding a drone to your detecting kit. Not many realise the similarities between metal detecting and the use of drones. Sure, they’re fun to use, capture awesome imagery and allow you to travel high above the ground, without the danger associated with it, but … Continue reading Drones and Metal Detecting
Minelab Equinox 800 – First Thoughts
After 7 years of detecting with single frequency machines, I can say I was quite intimidated by the thought of moving to the multi-frequency Equinox 800, but I'm glad I did. As soon as I picked it up from the store, I headed straight for the beach, and lucky for me - it came with … Continue reading Minelab Equinox 800 – First Thoughts
GPS Layout of the finds from Paddy Lewis
In my latest video, found here: https://youtu.be/zAoV4rFj3j0 I included the incorrect version of the GPS layout... Here is the correct version. From this we can begin to visualise the extent of the site, and the general geographical layout, in terms of the dam, and distance to the main shaft. Also, Here is the unedited, original … Continue reading GPS Layout of the finds from Paddy Lewis
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