Carpenters building full of treasures Aug 13, 2008
Sometimes remodeling a building is like treasure hunting. In the case of Ben and Becky Carpenters renovation of 37 South Brown Street, its a case of finding one treasure after another. (Forest Republican, WI)
Teen summer trips Aug 1, 2008
- Geocaching treasure hunting trips using GPS units Aug. 9. - An overnight camping trip to Custer State Park Aug. 2. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Body found; suspect arrested Jul 26, 2008
Three hikers found Dickson's body Wednesday underneath the Thomas Creek Bridge in Oregon while they were geocaching a recreational activity similar to treasure hunting that uses GPS technology. The bridge, located on U.S. Highway 101, is the highest such structure in the state at 345 feet, and the hikers discovered Dickson at the bottom of the ravine on the oceanside of the roadway around 6 p.m.. (Daily Triplicate)
Geocachers shaking up New Madrid Jul 19, 2008
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game in which participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers called geocaches anywhere in the world. A typical cache is a waterproof container containing a logbook and a treasure usually a toy, trinket, or educational item. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
MORE E3: 'Tomb Raider Underworld' Jul 16, 2008
Lara Croft trades in her signature outfit and boots for a wetsuit as her treasure hunting exploits take her to sea in Tomb Raider Underworld, available on multiple consoles and PC in November 2008. The adventure starts with Croft taking her yacht to the middle of the Mediterranean Sea on an underwater exploration trip. (USA Today -- Tech)
John Morrison: A brainy brawler Jul 13, 2008
"I thought about filmmaking, about treasure hunting," he said during a recent telephone interview. But then I saw Tough Enough on MTV and thought that was something I could do. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Outdoors hot line Jul 6, 2008
DETAILS: Explore Anchorage's municipal parks using a mix of treasure hunting and navigation called "letterboxing." Families will meet at designated parks with maps and clues to letterboxes that hold interesting facts, a stamp to mark your park map and more clues to the next letterbox. For all ages. (Anchorage Daily News)
The thrill of the hunt Jul 4, 2008
Metal detecting or treasure hunting clubs sometimes host organized hunts, events in which an area is seeded with coins or other targets and hunters are set loose to discover them ... "Treasure Hunting with Metal Detectors," by Gerry Edwards, Jones Harvest Publishing, 2007 ... The Coinshooters also volunteer to do treasure hunting projects for groups like Boy Scouts and Special Olympics, and members respond to requests from community members to help locate missing items - often rings. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
There's nothing to do? Area summer camps keep kids busy Jul 2, 2008
Student exercises include design work using CAD, 3D solid modeling, treasure hunting using GPS and exposure to the college s automated manufacturing and welding labs. There will be a field trip to several Utica engineering firms. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Salvaged Beauty Jun 15, 2008
While Kapinos enjoys treasure hunting, O'Brien loves pulling their exciting finds together and creating the home's stylish look. "I like a more individualized mix - furniture and art that tell the story of our lives rather than simply coordinating with one another," O'Brien says. (Boston Globe)
Outdoor program promotes use of Texas state parks by families Jun 11, 2008
Most workshops also include activities such as introductions to fishing, kayaking, trail adventure and exploration through GPS and geocaching, which is a form of treasure hunting. For workshops in state parks, families are expected to bring their own food for the two-day workshops, and a suggested shopping and packing lists for meals and personal items will be provided. (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
Flower devotion: Display chronicles Henry Grant's long love affair with state flower Jun 9, 2008
Stroud recalls countless weekends he and his ex-wife spent treasure hunting for the floral collectibles alongside Grant, and remembers the many tales told along the way ... Treasure hunting always came to an abrupt halt in the first week of June, though, he said, in favor of the real thing. (Missoulian, MT)
Urban treasure hunting can be very lucrative Jun 5, 2008
I ran to scold him, but realized before I got there, that he was simply one of my peers, doing exactly what I do: treasure hunting. I just asked him please not to make a mess and told him I d put good stuff behind the shop dumpster so he wouldn t get dirty. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Outdoors hot line (6/1/08) Jun 1, 2008
DETAILS: Explore Anchorage's municipal parks using a mix of treasure hunting and navigation called "letterboxing." Families will meet at designated parks with maps and clues to letterboxes that hold interesting facts, a stamp for your park map and more clues to the next letterbox. For families of all ages. (Anchorage Daily News)
How The New Indiana Jones Movie Is Like A Video Game May 30, 2008
why was Indy captured at the beginning in his usual treasure hunting garb. The only thing cool about the entire intro was the broken box with the lost ark inside. (MTV.com)
Two colonial shipwrecks discovered May 30, 2008
TAMPA, Florida - The U.S. treasure hunting company Odyssey Marine Exploration said on Thursday it had found two shipwreck sites near the English Channel with artifacts from the colonial period. Odyssey, which is battling Spain over the rights to another shipwreck, said it had not identified either of the new sites. (MSNBC -- Environment)
things never to wear on a plane May 30, 2008
" All right, Tish! Q: We would love to take our family (the kids will be 12, 6 and 5) to a New England resort in the summertime. The children would like horseback riding, swimming and a kids' club. We would like beautiful scenery, hiking and antiquing. Any ideas? A: On the theory that no one knows New England like someone from England (?), we asked Sue Norrington-Davies, a Brit who runs Discover New England, a Web site funded by the region's six member states (www.discovernewengland. org, (802)... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Lured by gold, treasure hunters scour beaches May 29, 2008
Roy Evans switched entirely to beaches for his treasure hunting about 15 years ago, when he 'just got too old to fool around with picks and mosquitoes and snakes' on Revolutionary War battlefields ... Evans himself switched entirely to beaches for his treasure hunting about 15 years ago, when he "just got too old to fool around with picks and mosquitoes and snakes" on Revolutionary War battlefields. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
10 year old Caleb Cassady enjoys finding geocaches in nearby locations. May 28, 2008
I love that it is modern day treasure hunting, Allen said. The find is the best feeling. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
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For Stepanek, finding the information about this enigma is like treasure hunting. Locating his final resting place was not so difficult. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Shopping Travel Guide to Buffalo May 13, 2008
The granddaddy of treasure hunting in Buffalo is Antique World and Market (11111 Main Street, Clarence). Everything from kitsch to chic is found at this indoor and outdoor flea market. (Suite101.com)
post a comment » May 9, 2008
I don t think I m all that keen on the sort of treasure hunting done by private concerns, but the blatant self-serving opportunism on the part of the Spanish government isn t all that admirable, either. Posted by: Robert 08 May 2008. (International Herald Tribune)
Gulf of Mexico marine sanctuary proposal faces opposition May 8, 2008
The threats are numerous, too, from poaching, treasure hunting, pollution, fish trawls, divers and drilling. "We think that setting up a string of protected areas, protecting these valuable gems out there for the Gulf of Mexico, would definitely burnish the president's conservation credentials," said Jack Sobel, a senior scientist with the Ocean Conservancy. (AL.com)
Big City Adventure: Sydney Apr 22, 2008
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Community calendar Apr 15, 2008
Treasure Hunting 101, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Iverson Park, Shelter near volleyball courts, Highway 10, Stevens Point. 715-346-4992. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
SPRING CLEANING Apr 9, 2008
No one minds the treasure hunting because residents still get rid of their junk and the city spends less time and money, he said. Public works employees will not pick up household garbage, hazardous materials, liquids, construction debris, tires or junk autos. (News Enterprise Online)
Lost gold legend lives on Apr 6, 2008
" To understand why at least some people in Elk County don't consider Mr. Parada totally delusional -- even after his treasure hunting company, Finders Keepers, has invested $20,000 in the search thus far -- one must understand the lure of the legend. It is replete with historical significance, mystery, deceit, treachery and, of course, a fortune in gold. So the story goes ... The Elk County legend begins 145 years ago and 175 miles to the southwest. As highlighted in a 1983 issue of Lost... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
As gold as the hills| Apr 6, 2008
Harold Allen has been treasure hunting for 40 of his 50 years and prospecting for the past 15 years. "I was a child prodigy with a metal detector," the Texas native said. (iAfrica.com)
Fun in the sun| Mar 7, 2008
Swimming, tropical locations, treasure hunting for him; kissing, arguing, and making up for the legions of 'How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days' fans. It's something for everyone. (iAfrica.com)
Buying a Metal Detector Feb 24, 2008
Remember, treat metal detecting as a hobby, not as a treasure hunting expedition. You ll be lucky to find a few old pennies or maybe a metal can you can recycle. (Suite101.com)
Geocaching: A GPS-Based Game Feb 22, 2008
If dreams of finding hidden treasure are calling to you, then step into the modern treasure hunting world and try your hand at geocaching. Have you ever wished you could be like Indiana Jones and travel to exotic locations around the world on the quest for hidden treasure. (Suite101.com)
Hide and seekThe search for Russia's priceless missing Nazi loot Feb 22, 2008
Treasure hunting, Mr Haustein maintains, is a dangerous pastime, in more ways than one. He believes whatever is hidden in the underground chamber might be protected with explosives and poison traps. (BBC News -- Europe)
German treasure hunter says drilling could begin next week in search for hidden Nazi plunder Feb 22, 2008
"When I found my father's book, I decided to go treasure hunting," he said. The coordinates led Hanisch to the nondescript spot, behind a row of garages and near to a railroad station that has been long abandoned. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Fool's Gold Feb 9, 2008
Review: On the face of it nothing sounds as inherently romantic as treasure hunting (especially in the Caribbean), so it's no wonder brainy history student Tess (Kate Hudson) fell for the beach bum charms of Finn (Matthew McConaughey) and his tales of sunken treasure specifically a fleet of 18th century Spanish gold but after several years, she's come to accept the bitter truth that romance is incompatible with the real world and she's going to have to cut ties and get on with her life.... (ComingSoon.net)
Metal detectorsJoining the search for buried treasure in Yorkshire Feb 9, 2008
Treasure hunting in Bradford. Detectors hunt for treasure. (BBC News -- UK)
'Fool's Gold' Feb 8, 2008
Hudson is Tess, his estranged wife and former partner in treasure hunting. She now works as a steward aboard a yacht owned by billionaire Nigel Honeycutt (a sly Donald Sutherland) and is hoping to put her life back together. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Jack Nicholson Endorses Hillary Clinton on Movin 93.9's Rick Dees in the Morning! Feb 5, 2008
His latest film, The Bucket List, the tale of two cancer patients who decide to travel the world before they die, bested movies about treasure hunting, bumbling crooks and pirates to top the weekend box office in its first week of national distribution to the tune of $19 million. To date, its box office grosses are in excess of $57 million. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mines are being reopened as gold fever sweeps state Jan 22, 2008
Prospecting outfitter Promack Treasure Hunting in Apache Junction has seen its business triple in the past year, and membership in the Superstition Mountain Treasure Hunters gold-panning club has grown to 400 from 70 in the same period ... "These days, our store is constantly full of people," said Dan Ware, owner of Promack Treasure Hunting. (AZCentral -- News)
Chili Cook-Off and Soup Cook-Off Jan 17, 2008
Sled Dog Associations dog sled demos, guided snowshoe hike, winter survival interpretative program, snow kayak racing, snowboarding with Seven Springs, snowshoeing with REI, horse drawn sleigh rides, ice cube treasure hunting for kids. Elko Concerts presents Go-Go s. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
DigiGirl: Treasure hunting for the masses Jan 17, 2008
Treasure hunting for the masses. Geocaching lures many, including those with the Travel Bug. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Snowy: Treasure Hunter 3 Jan 17, 2008
Snowy the Bear just can't live his life dawdling all day long. He was born for treasure hunting and lives and breathes adventure. Snowy is back with an all new Platformer adventure game. (USA Today -- Tech)
'Bucket List' Tops Weekend Box Office Jan 15, 2008
"The Bucket List," the tale of two cancer patients who decide to travel the world before they die, bested movies about treasure hunting, bumbling crooks and pirates to top the weekend box office, according to studio estimates Sunday. "This was definitely a win for the older audience," Paul Dergarabedian, president of box-office tracker Media By Numbers, said of the movie, which stars 70-year-old actors Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Secrets of his success Dec 15, 2007
December 13, 2007 12:00am. CRITICS can say what they want about Nicolas Cage's performances and his several failed marriages, but one thing they can't slam is his acting diversity. (NEWS.com.au)
Smithsonian Guns For Series ‘Treasures’ Dec 15, 2007
The program not only focuses on such weaponry as guns, swords and knives, but military characters and history and treasure hunting and money. Like searching for Easter eggs, this show captures the thrill of the hunt, Martin said in a statement. (Multichannel News)
Smithsonian Channel to Air 'Hidden Armor, Found Treasures' Dec 15, 2007
The series will focus on things like guns, swords and knives -- plus military characters, history, treasure hunting and money thrown in for good measure. Martin explained that the show features some of the amazing discoveries that people have hidden away in their attics or basements. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
UNCHARTED: DRAKE'S FORTUNE Dec 3, 2007
ENDGAME A supremely polished and entertaining treasure hunting romp. send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Geocaching: High tech treasure hunting Nov 22, 2007
Sports :: The web edition of the Lebanon Express, Lebanon, OR. Martha Wells, Publisher. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Cooperstown gets a haul of Fame from Red Sox Nov 20, 2007
Idelson was doing his treasure hunting, remember, in the middle of the chaos of celebration. Lowell had doffed his cap for one that said "World Series champions," so Idelson conducted a frantic search for the genuine article until he found it, in the bottom of a bucket that usually holds packages of sunflower seeds. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Post your Comments County to help victims remove fire debris Nov 7, 2007
Burgie wrote on Nov 6, 2007 5:09 PM:Are there treasure hunting clubs who could participate in searching the debris fields of these fallen homes to help owners locate missing jewelry. They could be present to take custody of any "finds" immediately. (North County Times)
Shopping for Fine Quality Jewelry Oct 31, 2007
To help avoid confusion and bling overload, it s good to familiarize yourself with some of the terms and definitions used in the industry, plus some common sense shopper s tips before heading out on your treasure hunting adventure. Like every other high-ticket purchase, fine quality jewelry requires some research and inquiry before purchase. (Suite101.com)
Plan sets course for the Canyons Oct 30, 2007
"It's kind of like treasure hunting," Jacobson said. "We are very concerned about the number of potential user-created trails to the caches (or hidden items).". (Durango Herald)
Spain threatens to fire on treasure ship Oct 18, 2007
A SPANISH warship forced a US treasure hunting vessel back into port at gunpoint as it tried to leave Gibraltar in a battle over what is claimed to be the world's biggest recovery of treasure from the sea. The salvage vessel Odyssey Explorer had been effectively blockaded in Gibraltar for three months after Spain claimed a share of millions of dollars worth of gold and silver coins it had recovered. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Going for goldSpain grabs US boat in latest battle for 'Black Swan' booty Oct 17, 2007
Odyssey Marine Explorations - which became the most famous deep water treasure hunting company when it announced the discovery last May - says it is keeping the location of the wreck secret, to protect the site from looters ... Experts describe such activities as commercial treasure hunting under the guise of archaeology, arguing that a dangerous precedent would be set allowing private firms to profit from historic wrecks. (BBC News -- Europe)
Spain forces treasure ship into port Oct 17, 2007
A Spanish warship forced a US treasure hunting vessel back into port at gunpoint yesterday as it tried to leave Gibraltar in the latest episode in a battle over what is claimed to be the world's largest recovery of treasure from the sea. The Odyssey Explorer, a 250ft salvage vessel, was trying to leave Gibraltar, where it had been effectively blockaded for three months after Spain claimed a share of millions of dollars worth of gold and silver coins it had recovered. (Guardian Unlimited)
Peeks into the Past Oct 13, 2007
Spratley excavated this late 1500s Spanish olive jar in 25 pieces during one of his treasure hunting expeditions ... Spratley excavated this late 1500s Spanish olive jar in 25 pieces during one of his treasure hunting expeditions ... Spratley excavated this late 1500s Spanish olive jar in 25 pieces during one of his treasure hunting expeditions. (Florida Times-Union)
Dave Blum and Jennifer van Stelle: Solving the ultimate puzzle Oct 8, 2007
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Exploring the Seasons Oct 1, 2007
Since most kids enjoy treasure hunting and treasure boxes, creating Season Boxes is a great project for learning. Supplies. (Suite101.com)
The Savvy Shopper Sep 25, 2007
" That didn't last long. The possibilities of new outfits sprang to mind and this merry little maid went about her way. What can you learn from my adventure? Clean out your closet and you may discover a forgotten (gasp!) old standby or realize the tight straight leg jeans really aren't you after all. That's okay. Be Earth friendly. Practice fashion recycling. Consign. It's a simple concept. You take your clean, well-kept cast-offs to a Consignment Shop. (My personal favorite is Act II.) The... (WTKR.com, VA)
Hogwarts opens a campus in Corning Aug 25, 2007
They engaged in wizarding competitions which sent them treasure hunting all over Denison Park and diving to the bottom of the park's pool. They decoded clues, learned astrological signs, planted magic herbs, brewed potions and more. (Corning Leader, NY)
Treasure Hunting Aug 16, 2007
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Lockwood holds annual yard sales Aug 13, 2007
LOCKWOOD Saturday morning was a time for treasure hunting as several yard sales littered the downtown streets in Lockwood. The Lockwood United Methodist Church on Church Street served as a hub for activities. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
Albums Pass Fans' Vinyl Exam Aug 12, 2007
" He was on vacation from Newcastle-under-Lyme, a market town in Staffordshire, England, with his wife and two children. He met his buddy from Hudson, Bill Eck, to go treasure hunting for records and mingle with their rock 'n' roll brethren. Marsh said he wrote "Baby You Can Drive My Car. " in 1989 with the Beatles' chauffeur, the late Alf Bicknell. It has a foreword written by George Harrison. He pulled out a card identifying himself as the United Kingdom correspondent for Beatles Unlimited... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
First look: Cage unlocks Civil War 'Secrets' in 'Treasure' Aug 3, 2007
"She eschews treasure hunting because she has seen all the damage it has done to her family," Turteltaub says. "That's until she goes along for the ride.". (USA Today -- Life)
Look what I found Jul 29, 2007
Those rules are passed on by the Massachusetts Treasure Hunting Association, one of five clubs in the state dedicated to the hobby. It was formed in 1981, during another boom in treasure hunting caused by a spike in gold and silver prices. (Boston Globe)
more » Jul 29, 2007
High-tech treasure hunting. Saturday, July 28, 2007 7:03 PM CDT. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
