EXPLORE ALABAMA – For Adventure-Spirited Souls Looking for Something A Little Bit Different.
This Metal Detecting in Alabama information exists solely because of an interest in the subject by the editor, Terry W. Platt. That interest plus the historical research, interviews and travels is placed on the website so that it might help you connect the dots you have already located for yourself – or will find here.
The flag of Alabama indicates that if you are treasure hunting, “X Marks the Spot.” Right here in Alabama.
Abraham Lincoln once said “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four hours sharpening my axe.” The same is true for your endeavors; sharpen your axe. Do your research. Check out our historical maps.
Pay particular attention to locations where post offices once were but are no longer.
Pay attention to Wikipedia’s city pages. The notable people, references and external links will give you plenty of ideas and help you focus in on your target.
Ghost towns in Alabama are a popular subject for more reasons than you may think. For instance, it is often required that we survey an abandoned property or ghost town in order to recreate a past event in order to help determine if the event could have actually occured as described in old newspaper articles or testimony of witnesses.
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Explore Alabama: Ghost Towns in Autauga County Alabama: Andrew Alabama, Booth Alabama, Dosterville Alabama, Fays Alabama, Fremont Alabama, Haynes Alabama, Kalmia Alabama, Spur Alabama, Statesville Alabama, Vine Hill Alabama, Whitewater Alabama
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Explore Alabama: Baldwin County Alabama Ghost Towns: Battles Wharf Alabama, Blakely Alabama, Carney Alabama, Carpenter Alabama, Claire Alabama, Fort Mims Alabama, Fort Morgan Alabama, Gasque Alabama, Hurricane Alabama, Hollywood Alabama, Josephine Alabama, Latham Alabama, Marlow Alabama, Morriston Alabama, Oak Alabama, Roscoe Alabama, Rosinton Alabama, Shell Banks Alabama, Swift Alabama, Van Kirk Alabama
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Explore Alabama – Barbour County Alabama Ghost Towns: Cotton Hill Alabama, Hawkinsville Alabama, Howe Alabama, Lindsey Alabama, Solomons Mill Alabama, White Oak Alabama
Continue readingExplore Alabama – Blount County Alabama Ghost Towns: Bird Alabama, Birdie Alabama, Blount Springs Alabama, Bright Springs Alabama, Champion Alabama, Hendrix Alabama, Inland Alabama, Lehigh Alabama, Linton Alabama, McLarty Alabama, Murphee Alabama, Murphrees Valley Alabama, Rockland Alabama, Roswell Alabama, Royal Alabama, Taits Gap Alabama, Wynnville Alabama
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Explore Alabama: Bullock County Alabama Ghost Towns: Enon Alabama, Guerryton Alabama, High Ridge Alabama, Peachburg Alabama, Pine Grove Alabama, Postoak Alabama, Simsville Alabama, Suspension Alabama, Thompson Alabama
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Explore Alabama: Ghost Towns in Butler County Alabama: Bolling Alabama, Dunham Alabama, Glasgow Alabama, Grace Alabama, Manningham Alabama, Monterey Alabama, Oaky Streak Alabama, Reddock Springs Alabama, Starlington Alabama
Continue readingExplore Alabama: Calhoun County Alabama Ghost Towns: Bera Alabama, Choccolocco Alabama, Coldwater Alabama, Iron City Alabama, Jenkins Alabama, Laney Alabama, Mink Alabama, Nances Creek Alabama, Peeks Hill Alabama, Vigo Alabama, Wellington Alabama
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I found my first buried treasure when I was eight years old. It was in the surf at Dauphin Island, Alabama and although I could not see it with my eyes, my feet followed the outline of a rectangular object while my mind showed me a treasure chest full of gold and jewels.
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Explore Alabama: Metal Detecting in Alabama -The information posted here is based on personal experiences and research of the author(s). The author(s) suggest that the reader check with local authorities before beginning a dig where there is any question regarding ownership of the site, ordinances or special restrictions regarding metal detecting or digging on public land, or removal or sale of archaeological finds.
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Continue readingMetal Detecting Federal Laws U.S. law includes a number of legislative acts that affect how federal lands are enjoyed and
Continue readingArmy Corps of Engineers Metal Detecting Regulations CHAPTER III–CORPS OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY § 327.14 Public property. (a)
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Civil War Metal Detecting in Alabama Civil War battle sites prohibit metal detecting. However, the many skirmishes in Alabama took
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The state owns all abandoned shipwrecks, remains of shipwrecks, all underwater archeological treasures, artifacts, treasure troves, and other cultural articles and materials regardless of association with any shipwreck on its submerged lands.
Continue readingMetal Detecting In Alabama State Parks It shall be unlawful for any person to use any metal detection device in
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It is illegal to metal detect in any National Park, National Recreational Area or at a National Monument. No metal detecting allowed in any of these National properties in Alabama .
Continue readingBureau of Reclamation Lands and Water Ways Law: Section 423.29 Natural and Cultural Resources (f) You must not possess a
Continue readingMINERAL, ROCK COLLECTING AND METAL DETECTING ON THE NATIONAL FORESTS It is Forest Service policy that the recreational use of
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Explore Alabama: Places to Metal Detect in Alabama. X Marks The Spot in Alabama – Research is the key to successful treasure hunting.
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Explore Historical Crossings and Ferries of Alabama – Alabama’s Unofficial Travel Guide. Travelogue Series by locale and activity. Experience Both the Ordinary and the Extreme.
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