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Here is another find from the Bloomington, Indiana area. It was covered in moss in the woods a little ways from Indian creek. I thought it was a geode because of the unusual shape, but once I started soaking it to dissolve the rock, I realized it was a fossil. Now to just figure out what kind...

I have a few rocks I picked up from Indian Creek near Bloomington, Indiana and I am looking for identification. I was thinking perhaps a jasper, but they are rather heavy for their size. The red on them is very dark and smooth and the yellowish brown is more gritty. They have interesting shape...

REVERSE OBVERSE I found this today, and I’m showing the reverse side first, because that’s where I can see the “RICA” at about 4:00-5:00 and hints at the wreath. The obverse has nothing to show. It’s been holed, And there’s rust coming through. The corrosion is topical and rusty, so I wonder...

Just found this in an Indiana yard with some history. It rang up 61-62 on my Garrett Ace 400. Not sure what it is but I figure jewelry off some kind, what with the hinge and all. Any thoughts?

I found this while I was on a hike and I took my kids to the creek near the trail. It looks like there’s some sort of crystal growing in a couple of holes too. I checked some stuff out so I’m not sure if it’s solicified coral or what. It’s pretty heavy and about the size of a baseball. These...

I was on a walk in my woods today and found a mysterious rock with a hole in it. It is concaved and looks like it has tooling marks. Never found something like this. Doesn't seem like a natural formation. New to the forum, hey!

I'm a relatively new detector and I am looking to get out of public parks and taking my detecting to a level with more depth and history. It would be neat to start a club, just as another user posted some years ago on here. I didn't even know this website existed until the right amount of key...

Hello, Just looking for any thoughts on age or history of this axe. Thank you, Norm

Does anyone hunt for artifacts in Jefferson county, other bordering counties, or southern Indiana. If so, what in particular do you look for?

Found this little guy today in cedar creek, but im having issues figuring it out. There are multiple finger grooved spots worn down from alot of use. One end pointed, the other v shaped, with a well rounded belly. Any knowledge would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Looking for hunters to start an informal group to hunt sledding hills after the blizzard snow melts.

Any experienced detectors in the merrillville crown point area can help with some advice where I can go and hunt......any info would be greatly appreciated..... Thanks in advance!! Anyone interested in a partner for detecting in lake county let me know

My father and I are helping each other out. Im 27 he is 58 and the doc says he needs more time outdoors! I own 10 acres in indiana with and old creek running threw it that is dry and all sand. We are going to hit his old handouts, camping site along the river, and places he loved being. I am...

:hello: Hello, I have been interested in fossils for a long time but I can look at a pile of them and have no idea that is what they are...I NEED HELP, I have read most of all threads, but.... its not doing it, hands on... so if there is anyone in Northern Indiana willing to hold my hand and...

:hello: Hello...... I'm just wondering if anyone from Northern Indiana wants a detecting partner, I have an ACE 250 with a DD & Sniper coil...not the best at ALL but its better than all my Bounty Hunters...lol I am willing to drive a few miles , but I need to make a day of it, since gas prices...

Hello, Im in NW Indiana, Lowell area.....and needing some dirt to dig in, if any one wants to let a guy tag along....you can even use my stuff. I have a Trommel, Dredge/Highbanker, Bluebowl and a few other things. If anyone wants help or has a spot but doesnt have the gear to use hit me up...I...

First off, what a great community this is. I've been browsing for the past several hours and I know I'll learn a lot from here! Alright, I've never panned for gold before. I've never operated a metal detector. I don't even know where to begin. All I know is that I want to learn a fun new...

Not for sure if there are many (or any) active members here from the Hoosier state (Well, the name 'Hoosier' was taken, so that is a sign), but here is another one! I'm located in southern Indiana, right on the Ohio river. I'm also completely new to all the topics discussed here! I came looking...

I am scouting the white river near Indianapolis and I have a sluice box that can pick up some good gold but I am wondering if I will even find gold at all?

Anyone ever try panning on the White pRiver near Indianapolis. I've found a spot and it reminds me of Colorado. It's a fast current and contains ALOT of boulders and rocks. Anyone ever pan the river??

I have a homemade sluice box but where I prospect, there is a lot of flour gold and I was wondering if anyone has any ideas on how to make a flour gold recoverer?

I was wondering if anyone has tried panning in the white river, Indiana. If you have, have you had success?

Hi all. A Newbie jumping right in here with a question. I'm not having much luck identifying an item, nor even where to look for help. This Wooden Stick has got me baffled. But I'm not a Historian either. Wooden items don't seem to survive long periods of time. So here we go with my first post...

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Hi all. I'm new here and have been reading a lot and learning a lot from all of you. I recently purchased a property in DeKalb County, Indiana that has a house on it that was built in 1920. I took a break from renovations on the property and took my MD out to see what I might find. The dang...

Some recent finds from an early site I've been hunting for nearly a year. HH, ~Indiana Digger~