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Valued Member
United States
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Don't forget your waders.
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
787 Posts |
Yes,
The lake is man made. I think it was created in the 1890s if I recall correctly.
A few years ago, I think a person drowned and they drained it then. Of course, there were no
metal detectors going then. Also, I recall it being drained about 10 years or so ago but I do not
recall seeing anyone with detectors then.
So, this could indeed be an opportunity.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1150 Posts |
This reminds me of what they are doing here in WA state by getting rid of the dams on the Elwha river. I wish I was in your shoes 'cause that would be cool to detect a dry lake bed! Good luck.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
787 Posts |
My luck in that it has rained, rained, rained almost every day this week.
Maybe when it clears this coming week I will have a chance to cover parts of the lake. :)
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1391 Posts |
I am not sure about the layout of your lake, but look for any picnic areas, sand beach spots or rope trees. Those are good places to start. Also around any boat ramps or docks.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
787 Posts |
Thanks for the tips Allranger. I will keep those in mind seeing how I have NEVER done anything like this before.
My dad grew up in the area and can tell me the places of the lake used for such purposes many years ago.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3640 Posts |
Great opportunity. I did a small lake last summer in my town. Couple gallon pails of coins, 14K gold diamond ring, franklin halfs, 2006 ASE reverse proof in an airtite, 10 lb. lead divers belt weight and lots of other interesting stuff. Like mentioned, look in areas near where the public might have been. People love to throw coins in the water for some reason. If a swimming area look out from the shoreline a bit. Most jewelry is lost in the water and not on the beach areas. 5 to 20 yards out from the shore is a good bet. And be careful on your footing. You can get sucked down up to your knees or even furthur up. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
787 Posts |
I have been told to wear my waders but think that could be counterproductive. Maybe shorts and some old shoes is the way to go with a cell phone at easy access in case I need someone to throw me a rope. :)
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Pillar of the Community
United States
863 Posts |
did you get to check it yet?
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Pillar of the Community
United States
863 Posts |
we are so eager to hear what you found. no detecting up here in NY with this nor easter.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1150 Posts |
Yep...still waiting here, too.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
863 Posts |
the lake must have filled back up
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Pillar of the Community
United States
787 Posts |
Sorry about the delay. It rained and rained for about five days straight and the lake has been gradually filled back up. Yet, I have not given up yet.
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old stream beds in local areas are good too
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