Code of Ethics

I will. . .

. . . be an ambassador for the hobby by showing courtesy and consideration to the public and to the land.
. . . abide by all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances pertaining to my hunt area.
. . . never leave unfilled holes, even in woods or remote locations.
. . . never damage natural resources or wildlife habitat.
. . . properly dispose of any trash that I may find and will leave the hunt site cleaner than when I came.
. . . respect private property and obtain permission as necessary.
. . . never dig on archaeological sites.
. . . report a significant historical find to the proper authorities and ensure documentation and coordinates of the site for reference by said authorities.
. . . not destroy any part of any building or structure to get to a find.
. . . not tamper with gates, signs, or equipment and will leave them in position as found.
. . . report live ordinance and lethal objects to the proper authorities.
. . . always be patient, courteous, and helpful when approached by the public.
. . . always be an ambassador for the hobby to ensure that our metal detecting image is not tarnished.