Miami & Florida Keys

[Chris@Miami]

Hello everyone. I just joined Treasurenet this morning. I own a Bounty Hunter but haven't metal detected in 20 years. Looking to get back into the hobby. I live in Miami Florida and looking into buying an underwater metal detector for when I go snorkeling / diving. I'm really not interested in beach combing on dry sand. Rather be in the water. I belong to a kayaking group and we go all over the Keys and South Florida. I would love to bring the MD with when kayaking. Does anyone have experience in underwater detecting in Miami waters and Florida Keyes? If so:

1. Any advice on metal detector. Cant afford the Excal 2. Leaning toward Garrett Sea Hunter Mark 2.

2. Any areas you can recommend for metal detecting in my area? Especially locations I can access with my kayak.

3. What are the laws regarding MD in ocean off Miami / FL Keys? I know I can't do it in the National Parks, but what about the rest?

4. When hunting the beaches in Miami, is there less trash out in the water (5 -10 feet) then on dry sand? I ask this question because I will most likely be purchasing an IP detector and I know they can't disc. trash so I was wondering if it will be cleaner out in the water where I snorkel.

5. Besides lost jewelry and coins, what other possible treasures can I hunt for in my area in the ocean?

I really appreciate any advice anyone can offer. Look forward to hearing from you.

Peace,

Chris

 

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[Treasure_Hunter]

Chris we sorta frown on posting the exact same post on 4 different forums. Beach and Shallow Water forum best choice for your question....

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[Chris@Miami]

Sorry, not exactly sure how this works. won't happen again. Is there a tutorial on how to use treasure net? Thank you!

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Sorry, not exactly sure how this works. won't happen again. Is there a tutorial on how to use treasure net? Thank you!

No and your not in any trouble. We just frown on posting the exact same general post in multiple forums unless it is an announcement, "what is it" or something along that line....






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I would rather die standing on my two feet defending our Constitution than live a lifetime on my knees......