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The most important aspect of treasure hunting is, of course, ensuring that permission is gained from landowners prior to hunting on private lands. Benefits and Drawbacks of Metal Detecting or Treasure Hunting. (Suite101.com)
Joyce Lynn Clendenin Oct 25, 2009
Saturday, October 24, 2009. Joyce's life began on March 10, 1937, in Dowagiac, the daughter of Homer and Francis (Maiden) Behnke. (The Herald-Palladium)
Pirate museum planned Oct 16, 2009
The museum would be geared largely to children and to adults with a passion for treasure hunting. It would also include a restaurant, probably called Buccaneer BBQ.. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Designer Jenn Ski embraces the retro in a mid-century N.H. house Oct 15, 2009
Though her mother is a committed flea marketer, Ski is all about virtual treasure hunting. Craigslist, Craigslist, Craigslist. (Boston Globe)
The gold standard at more than $1,000 Oct 14, 2009
" There are two major markets for the yellow metal. Investors hoard gold bullion coins and bars that they hope to sell for a higher price at a later date while consumers pay a premium to buy gold jewelry and artwork made with gold, which often costs more than the gold content is worth. Cash-for-gold businesses have boomed as rising prices have inspired more people to go treasure hunting through their sock drawers and old jewelry boxes to sell long-forgotten items that are either bent, broken or... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Treasure hunting benefits community Oct 6, 2009
Three days of treasure hunting last week benefitted the entire community. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, located at 40th and Main streets, held its annual "ABC Sale" Thursday through Saturday. (University News, MO)
Know Knew Books could be in its final chapter Oct 3, 2009
Burruss said he will miss the people and the books -- and the sheer joy of treasure hunting -- if the store goes under. "It's like Christmas," Burruss said, picking up an autographed copy of a book on Surrealist artist Salvador Dali's jewelry. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Authorities use GPS to help prevent potential suicide in the woods Sep 25, 2009
And doubly fortunate, Huffine s hobby is geocaching a kind of treasure hunting using GPS units. Sheriff s patrol cars are equipped with hand-held GPS units, Rosenzweig said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Namibia: Treasure Hunting Big in Erongo Sep 18, 2009
com: Namibia: Treasure Hunting Big in Erongo (Page 1 of 1). Treasure Hunting Big in Erongo. (allAfrica.com)
Metal Detecting for Beginners Sep 13, 2009
Treasure Hunting Equipment. In addition to a metal detector, there are a few other items that treasure hunters should have on hand: a digging tool such as a garden trowel, small ground cloth for placing sod and dirt on so that it can easily be replaced, sifting scoop for sand, pouch and small container for storing finds, magnifying glass, headphones, and spare batteries. (Suite101.com)
Biking: Fixing bike breakdowns is trio's unique specialty Aug 29, 2009
GPS treasure hunting and arts and crafts from the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. Courtney Bell, the organization's family and community programs coordinator, said all the activities are beginner-friendly. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Everyday a London Antique Market Aug 26, 2009
To Camden Passage, Bermondsey and Piccadilly for Treasure Hunting. London has different antique market open nearly every day of the week. (Suite101.com)
Bargains good for the figure and the wallet Aug 17, 2009
The second step was focusing on how to dress for one's shape, which allows a shopper to bypass unflattering styles (a time-saver) and concentrate on treasure hunting for the good stuff instead. Deyette, former fashion director for the now-defunct Mode magazine (which catered to plus-size women), said the most common mistake heavier women make is wearing skinny pants. (San Francisco Chronicle)
High-tech searchers scour Sterling Aug 16, 2009
But geocaching GPS-led treasure hunting has become a phenomenon that participants say has motivated them to get outside, exercise and explore new places more often. It's a way to use the technology to go searching for things, said Sterling Nature Center Director Jim D'Angelo, who led an introduction to geocaching class at the center Saturday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Hidden treasures throughout Milton Aug 13, 2009
However you may not know that Milton is a haven for high-tech treasure hunting. The increasingly popular activity known as geocaching has arrived in Milton and it s attracting new people to The Improved Milton Experience s (TIME) downtown walking tour as well as the two murals, located on the Moose building on Front Street and the Coup building on Broadway. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Growing good Neighbors Aug 9, 2009
Details: Activities include treasure hunting through straw, horseshoes, a potato toss and croquet. Food fair includes hot dogs, beans, corn on the cob and salads. (Juneau Empire)
Treasure hunting Aug 5, 2009
Search for gems and pirate booty 'round the world. Over the past 150 years or so, more than $10 million in gold nuggets and dust has been found at Wines Camp and Emily Camp in southern Oregon and much more gold is still being found. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Treasure hunters strike gold Aug 1, 2009
The treasure hunting team believes the value of their find to be at least ;6 million ($11. 9 million). (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Crowd Packs Citywide Yard Sale Jul 31, 2009
"We came treasure hunting and we're having a great time," Narsh said. One shopper, Rose Curtis, came all the way from Indiana with the intention of attending the event. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Antiques lure treasure hunters to Sebastopol Jul 21, 2009
A perfect day of treasure hunting in west Sonoma County ... If you're feeling peckish after your day of treasure hunting, stop at Lynn's Thai or Mai's Vietnamese (both in a strip mall at 8492 Gravenstein Highway South) for authentic Siamese cuisine or flavorful pho, on your right just before getting back on Highway 101. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Annette Kelly | Special to the Green Valley News Her degree is in business, but Claudette Thomas is a serious, and talented, jewelry designer. Jul 7, 2009
I love finding a great deal; it s like treasure hunting finding really good stuff for peanuts ... To do her treasure hunting, Claudette says, I surf (the Internet) a lot. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Nebraska offers geopicting contest Jun 30, 2009
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played by people with GPS devices. The basic idea is to find hidden containers called geocaches and then share the experiences online. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Hunting for liquid assets Jun 27, 2009
"The thing is you're 'treasure hunting,' not 'treasure finding' all the time. It takes the same amount of money whether you're finding things or not," said Bounds, captain of the Gold Hound and a subcontractor with Mel Fisher Treasure, a hunting company with operations on the Treasure Coast and in Key West. "I take people out for the day to go diving, and even that's a little bit slow because people don't seem to have the money to put into something like this," he said. (Florida Today)
Police: Objects Found On Beach Part Of Web Game Jun 23, 2009
On the Geocaching Web site, the game is described as a "high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with (global positioning) devices.". Participants locate the hidden containers, called geocaches, using global positioning systems and then write about the hunt online, the game's Web site explains. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
State auctions off goods from safe deposit boxes Jun 20, 2009
Local experts provide the latest information on Healthcare issues that matter to you. Fresh Ideas withLeigh Ann. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Army Corps of Engineers Will Host National Get Outdoors Day Activities at Eight Corps Project Sites Jun 5, 2009
Among the outdoor recreation activities at these sites are geocaching (a high-tech version of treasure hunting using the latest handheld electronic devices), hiking, bicycling, photography contests, scuba and water safety demonstrations, Dutch oven cooking, disc golf competitions, children's fishing derby, environmental education and virtual fishing simulator. Dozens of other Corps of Engineers project sites will also hold events in support of National Get Outdoors Day. (PR Newswire)
Learning How to Shop Second-Hand Jun 4, 2009
Vintage shopping is like modern-day treasure hunting. Set aside a day with your friends to trawl through consignment shops, opportunity shops, and yard sales, and you ll be rewarded with a uniquely you collection of clothes. (Suite101.com)
Father's Day Gift Ideas to Fit Mode... Jun 2, 2009
Treasure hunting is relaxing and exciting. Offered in a wide range of prices and features, metal detectors are great fun for the entire family. (Suite101.com)
* Crafts for all Taipeis craft markets offer art at affordable prices x_N_ May 9, 2009
The Tianmu Marketplace and the Red House in Ximen-ding are the two major art and craft markets in Taipei City and good places for people to go treasure hunting on the weekends. Unique, hand-made products such as Japanese-style slippers, silver accessories for pets, hand-painted helmets, handbags, leather decorations and earrings can only be found in these art and craft markets. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cambridge woman opens Topsfield consignment store May 6, 2009
It s kind of a treasure hunting kind of experience, she said, of shopping at a consignment store. Loading commenting interface. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Canadians frugal, but less fretful Apr 20, 2009
But where treasure hunting used to be the goal a consumer behaviour that Boston Consulting has been tracking for years we're trading down today out of necessity as opposed to using it as a means of conquering the cool factor. Michael Solomon, professor of marketing at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia and director of that university's centre for consumer research says consumers' criteria have changed. (Globe and Mail)
Get set for Oyster Fest! Apr 18, 2009
New events on this years programme include the Geo Oyster Geocaching competition from Monday 6 to Friday 10 July, an outdoor treasure hunting game which uses GPS and smart phones to locate a series of 12 way points in and around the Knysna Basin. Nights of 1000 Pictures will give festival-goers the opportunity to buy local art at just R100 per photograph, illustration or painting. (iAfrica.com)
Middle School Students Find Buried Treasure Apr 15, 2009
But in all their treasure hunting, the one thing they've been unable to find is the time capsule left by students 20 years ago for them. "We're going to put a stone, a date and a marker, so we can find this time capsule," says Warrick, the teacher. (W-USA News, DC)
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Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Host of 'Treasure Quest' hails from Hobart Apr 9, 2009
Treasure hunting and retrieval work will continue at the site of a sunken ship believed to have gone down in the 1600s. This Mediterranean-area site produced 17 tons of silver, hundreds of gold coins, worked gold and numerous artifacts -- as well as much attention from the press. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Treasure hunting adventure captured in new publication Apr 6, 2009
We knew young Avery well, and his addiction to treasure hunting. He made a special trip to our home to present me with the new book, which was autographed by members of the crew and included a very nice inscription. (New Iberia, LA)
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Part of the trip involved geocaching (treasure hunting with a GPS unit) by the falls in Ramsey Park Tuesday afternoon. Joshua Dixon / Redwood Gazette. (Redwood Falls Gazette, MN)
Bruce Kelley Discusses Ensemble Demise Feb 21, 2009
Our first look at Naughty Dog's grand treasure hunting sequel for the PS3. The challenge is there for those who seek it, but this PSN title is something everyone can enjoy. (1UP.com)
Sepang beach teeming with life Feb 12, 2009
Low tide is also a time for a bit of treasure hunting and in this case it involves digging for clams in the soft mud. There is nothing like the taste of fresh clams. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
