Are you intrigued by metal detecting but unsure where to begin? Lacking a detector but curious if this hobby is right for you? Or perhaps you’re a detectorist looking to enhance your skills? Our class is designed for you!

Join Susannah, a seasoned professional in metal detecting, as she guides you through the foundational steps of this rewarding hobby. With experience spanning across the United States and England, Susannah has made significant discoveries, including an undiscovered Bronze Age smelting site. Her dedication to metal detecting research and practice dates back to 1980. She has conducted introductory courses in metal detecting for the St. Louis County library system, the Jefferson County library system, the Missouri Civil War Museum, and the Gateway Metal Detecting Club.

Susannah’s Metal Detecting Basics class covers a range of topics, including techniques, tips, equipment, safety, legalities, research methods, hunting locations, and other valuable resources.

We invite you to a session that promises to be both enjoyable and enlightening!

The class is open to individuals aged 12 and above. Participants aged 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

CONTACT

Contact detectinghistory@yahoo.com for classes taken through the GMDC.

COSTS

There is no cost to this class. However, donations are appreciated as the GMDC is a 501c3 organization. Donations may be sent to the following address:

P.O. BOX 510082, St. Louis, MO 63151-0082.

EQUIPMENT

⇒⇒⇒    PLEASE BRING YOUR DETECTOR, MANUAL, AND PINPOINTER. If you do not have one, that’s OK! One can be provided.