Metal Detecting 101 Course | Spring 2025
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Registration for the Spring 2025 Metal Detecting 101 Course has closed and is currently full
Registration for the spring 2025 Metal Detecting Course ends when the class is full, or one week (7 days) before the scheduled start date.
If you have registered and have not received your schedule, please contact us. We are looking forward to kicking-off the 2025 workshops and meeting everyone !
Classes are normally held at the Murrells Inlet Community Center or a nearby (less than a mile) facility depending on availability.
Spring 2024 TBA (TO BE ANNOUNCED)
• Code of Conduct - metal detecting ethics
• Introduction to metal detecting equipment
• VLF, Muti-Frequency, Pulse Induction (PI) metal detectors - the different kHz ranges they operate at and how to make the best use of them
• Coils – how the size and type can affect your metal detecting session and whyÂ
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• Accessories – what you’ll need, and what to avoid
• Coin, Relic, Beach, Natural Gold, and lost Ring/Jewelry recovery programs how and why
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• Site Research, Mapping Techniques and proper Site Assessments
• How to get permissions and dealing with liability insurance issuesÂ
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• Cleaning and identifying your finds
• How to properly maintain your metal detecting equipment and accessories
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• Two hour hands on training in the field/woods on a coin/relic hunt site so we know you’re on the right track to master your metal detecting goals. Group decides if this will be a seeded hunt or the real deal!
TBA 2 hr Beach Group Hunt
• Two hour hands on training on the beach so we know you’re on the right track to master your metal detecting goals.
See - frequently asked question
Hey is this an online class?
No this is a traditional in-class learning experience.
I want to go, is there still enough room for me, and when does registration close ?
This listing will show "sold out" after the class reaches its maximum of 10 people.
Registration for the spring metal detecting 101 course ends when the class is full, or 7 days before the course is scheduled to begin.
What will I need to bring with me?
You do not need a metal detector to participate in this course, we actually prefer that you complete the course before making a decision on what you should or shouldn’t purchase based on your own personal needs and budget. Please bring your own materials for taking notes.
What is covered in the courses?
Our course curriculum is outlined just above near the description. You can also get more information HERE