Adena_man
Hero Member
I just read an article on Arrowheadology.com that was from an unknown collector. That person kept it anonymous because he or she lives in a western state where it is illegal to hunt for artifacts (Even surface collecting). The name of the state was not mentioned of course. The author describes looking for artifacts under the cover of darkness (surface collecting in creeks). The author says that he/she has to constantly look over the shoulder while hunting. This person can never show the private collection to anyone for fear of hearing a knock at the by some official coming to confiscate the artifacts.
I live in Kentucky and have had the privilege of hunting artifacts on the same two adjoining farms since I was a little kid. I can't imagine being unable to legally pursue the hobby that I love. At this time, a bill was sent through the Ky legislature that states you have to obtain a permit to dig for artifacts, even on your own property. This was piggybacked on a cemetary bill. I don't know if it has become law at this point. I hope we are not starting on the same path as the author's state. There are some who say this is the politically correct thing to do. They think we should turn our collections in so that the modern day indians (native americans - PC) can rebury them. I for one think that there is too much politcal correctness going on. It's getting a little ridiculous! Anyway, I hope that I can continue to enjoy this great hobby. I figure that at the very least I am saving the artifacts from imminent destruction by farm machinery. I hope to be able to pass my collection down to future grandsons/grandaughters. I just hope that I can at least take them artifact hunting some day.
I live in Kentucky and have had the privilege of hunting artifacts on the same two adjoining farms since I was a little kid. I can't imagine being unable to legally pursue the hobby that I love. At this time, a bill was sent through the Ky legislature that states you have to obtain a permit to dig for artifacts, even on your own property. This was piggybacked on a cemetary bill. I don't know if it has become law at this point. I hope we are not starting on the same path as the author's state. There are some who say this is the politically correct thing to do. They think we should turn our collections in so that the modern day indians (native americans - PC) can rebury them. I for one think that there is too much politcal correctness going on. It's getting a little ridiculous! Anyway, I hope that I can continue to enjoy this great hobby. I figure that at the very least I am saving the artifacts from imminent destruction by farm machinery. I hope to be able to pass my collection down to future grandsons/grandaughters. I just hope that I can at least take them artifact hunting some day.
Upvote
0