I WILL respect private property and WILL NOT trespass without the land owners permission.
I WILL NOT destroy property, buildings or what is left of ghost towns and deserted structures.
I WILL NOT litter, always pack out what I take in and remove all trash dug in my search.
I WILL leave all gates and other accesses to land as found.
I WILL appreciate and protect our heritage of natural resources, wildlife, and private property.
I WILL use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
I WILL abide by all laws, ordinances or regulations that may govern my search, or the area I will be in.
I WILL fill all holes, regardless how remote the location, and never dig in a way that will damage, be damaging to, or kill any vegetation.
I WILL report the discovery of items of significant historical value to a local historian or museum in accordance with the latest legislation.
I WILL be an ambassador for the metal detecting hobby.
* * * REMEMBER * * *
“All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set. Be extremely careful with your probing, picking up, discarding of trash, and ALWAYS COVER YOUR HOLES!”