Treasure Hunting Code Of Ethics

#1 I will respect private property and will not metal detect or treasure hunt without the land owner's permission.

#2 I will not destroy property, buildings or what is left of ghost towns and deserted structures while metal detecting or treasure hunting

#3 While metal detecing or treasure hunting I will not litter, always remove what I take in and dispose of all trash found.

#4 I will leave all gates and other accesses to land as found.

#5 I will not damage natural resources, wildlife habitats, or any private property.

#6 I will use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.

#7 I will abide by all laws, ordinances or regulations that may govern my search, or the area I will be in. Metal detecting and treasure hunting laws change form state to state so please do propper research for your location.

#8 While metal detecting and treasure hunting I will fill all holes, regardless how remote the location, and never dig in a way that will damage, be damaging to, or kill any vegetation.

#9 I will report the discovery of items of significant historical value that I find while metal detecting or treasure hunting to a local historian or museum in accordance with the latest legislation.

#10 I will be an ambassador for the metal detecting and treasure hunting hobby. I will be polite and informative to those who inquire about our hobby of treasure hunting and metal detecting. Remember you attitude and character will be the basis for what the next treasure hunter or detectorist will be judged by.