FLauthor
Hero Member
- Aug 22, 2004
- 770
- 204
- Detector(s) used
- Excalibur 800; Fisher F5; White Beachmaster VLF
- Primary Interest:
- Beach & Shallow Water Hunting
I.
FLORIDA: ORANGE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
METAL DETECTOR USE POLICY: METAL DETECTING PERMIT.
I. POLICY
It is the policy of the Orange County Parks and Recreation Division that any use of a metal detector by a patron on
park property be registered and approved prior to the physical action of metal detecting. Approval will be given by
the Site Supervisor only after the individual who intends to utilize a metal detector has completed the required
application form.
II. PROCEDURE
a. Patron receives a copy of the Application and Policy. Patron completes Application
b. Patron submits completed Application.
c. Site Supervisor reviews Application within 14-days of receipt.
d. In the event of a request at any site considered a Partnership property, the Supervisor must contact and
receive prior approval from said agency prior to continuing with the process outlined here.
e. Site Supervisor approves the application if it is complete and contacts the user to notify of approval.
f. Agreements expire one-year from the date of issue. Unless a new Agreement is submitted, the patron
will be denied use of a metal detector from any date following expiration of the Agreement.
Metal Detecting Conditions
• Metal detecting activities should not contribute to trail-blazing and should not be conducted in prohibited areas
or areas where activity is discouraged (wetlands, environmentally-sensitive areas, archaeological sites, areas of
historical significance or within any facility or structure).
• When metal detecting, the surrounding environment shall not be disturbed. The cutting of vegetation is
prohibited.
• No tools other than a metal detector shall be used. This includes any digging device. If an item is discovered
deeper than six-inches into soil substrate, said item cannot be recovered.
• Any holes created must be refilled immediately. Failure to comply with this condition will result in the
revocation of the approved user agreement.
• Metal detecting shall be conducted in patron-use areas only and all park structures shall be utilized appropriately
during any search.
• Any actions that result in the harassment, endangerment, or death of any wildlife constitute grounds for
immediate termination of the Agreement.
• Metal detecting must take place within known park boundaries and cannot be conducted within 1,000 feet of
neighboring houses or commercial industries adjacent to park perimeters.
• Metal detecting must take place during established park operating hours.
• All local regulations and ordinances must be followed while metal detecting.
• All Orange County Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations must be followed.
• Metal detecting is prohibited in construction areas.
• Metal detecting may not be permitted in partnership properties or lands not owned by Orange County. Approval
is contingent upon secondary approval from the principle agency.
• If physical signs of activity are impacting an approved location, management has the right to request that metal
detecting activity cease in this area.
• Any person(s) found in violation of the above conditions may be restricted from metal detecting for up to one year
(1) at any Orange County Park or Recreation Site.
• Orange County Parks and Recreation is not liable for any damage to personal metal detectors from weather,
vandalism, natural disaster, etc. or management activities conducted by the County or its contractors. 11/06 Rev.
***********************************
Metal Detector Use Application
An Orange County Parks and Recreation Metal Detector Use Application is required for an individual to utilize a metal detector in any Orange
County Parks and Recreation site. One application is required for each site. Please complete the form and submit to the park office for approval or
denial. If you have any questions, please contact 407-836-6200.
Name:_____________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________
Address:__________________________________________ __________________________________________________ ___________________
Street City, State ZIP
Phone:________________________ Cell Phone:_______________________ Email Address:_______________________________
Park Name:_____________________________________________ ____
Please initial next to each statement. By initialing, you are accepting the rules and regulations governing metal detector use at the above named site:
_______ I understand that all items found utilizing a metal detector must be reported to park staff.
_______ I understand that park staff may confiscate any item I have discovered if said item(s) have been reported as lost or stolen.
_______ I understand that any item I have discovered that is deemed as a historical artifact may be kept by park staff.
_______ I have received a copy of the Orange County Parks and Recreation Metal Detecting Policy and agree to adhere with said Policy.
HOLD HARMLESS/INSURANCE AGREEMENT
The User will indemnify and hold harmless Orange County from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including
reasonable attorney’s fees, arising out of or resulting from the occupancy of the Park by the User, its agents, servants, invitees and guests under this
license.
The User will take all responsible precautions for the safety of and will provide reasonable protection to prevent damage, injury or loss to
all persons and property in the Park.
The User will comply with all laws, ordinances, regulations or other orders regarding the safety of persons or property or their protection
from damage, injury or loss.
In an emergency affecting the safety of persons or property, the User will act with responsible care and discretion to prevent threatened
damage, injury or loss.
The applicant shall supply, when required, a Certificate of insurance reflecting minimum coverage of $500,000 Comprehensive, General Liability Insurance, without deductibles, per occurrence. Orange County shall be named as an additional insured, which shall be noted on the Certificate of Insurance. The Certificate shall indicate that the applicant’s insurance policy shall not be cancelable without thirty days prior written notice to the County.
The undersigned agrees to abide by the regulations governing the said facility and is responsible for charges incurred and must supply the
Certificate of Insurance of the Orange County Parks and Recreation Division no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the Program/Event
date.
I have read the conditions governing this Agreement and the accompanying Guidelines and Conditions and agree to abide by them in my operations
pursuant to this Agreement.
__________________________________________________ _______ __________________________________________________ _____
PRINTED NAME SIGNATURE
__________________________________________________ _______________________
DATE
OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Application Received:_____________________________
Approved
Denied: Reason:___________________________________________ ______
__________________________________________________ ________________________________________
SITE SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE DATE 11/06 Rev.
**********************************************************
From FLauthor:
I will not be held responsible for holes dug by squirrels, armadillos and other wildlife that dig holes.
• Metal detecting is prohibited in construction areas (note: that is where the best finds are made).
• No tools other than a metal detector shall be used. This includes any digging device (a metal probe isn't a digger). If an item is discovered
deeper than six-inches into soil substrate, said item cannot be recovered. (So much for Bottle/Privy diggers with this clause).
The applicant shall supply, when required, a Certificate of insurance reflecting minimum coverage of $500,000 Comprehensive, General
Liability Insurance, without deductibles, per occurrence. Orange County shall be named as an additional insured, which shall be noted on the
Certificate of Insurance (No way I'd do that and get blamed for someone else deed!). The Certificate shall indicate that the applicant’s insurance policy shall not be cancelable without thirty days prior written notice to the County. This smells like toxic waste!
The Orange County Historical Society just lost a client. Anybody who has donated relics found in a public park with a metal detector to OCHS should let them know that Parks & Recreation just killed their golden goose.
An Insurance search revealed this: A small nonprofit organization without unusual risks may be able to find a basic insurance package (not including vehicle coverage or workers compensation) for a minimum premium that may be as low as $150 to $300.
I emailed my Insurance Carrier for a quote which will be posted here.
I won't hunt parks then just private property
FLORIDA: ORANGE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
METAL DETECTOR USE POLICY: METAL DETECTING PERMIT.
I. POLICY
It is the policy of the Orange County Parks and Recreation Division that any use of a metal detector by a patron on
park property be registered and approved prior to the physical action of metal detecting. Approval will be given by
the Site Supervisor only after the individual who intends to utilize a metal detector has completed the required
application form.
II. PROCEDURE
a. Patron receives a copy of the Application and Policy. Patron completes Application
b. Patron submits completed Application.
c. Site Supervisor reviews Application within 14-days of receipt.
d. In the event of a request at any site considered a Partnership property, the Supervisor must contact and
receive prior approval from said agency prior to continuing with the process outlined here.
e. Site Supervisor approves the application if it is complete and contacts the user to notify of approval.
f. Agreements expire one-year from the date of issue. Unless a new Agreement is submitted, the patron
will be denied use of a metal detector from any date following expiration of the Agreement.
Metal Detecting Conditions
• Metal detecting activities should not contribute to trail-blazing and should not be conducted in prohibited areas
or areas where activity is discouraged (wetlands, environmentally-sensitive areas, archaeological sites, areas of
historical significance or within any facility or structure).
• When metal detecting, the surrounding environment shall not be disturbed. The cutting of vegetation is
prohibited.
• No tools other than a metal detector shall be used. This includes any digging device. If an item is discovered
deeper than six-inches into soil substrate, said item cannot be recovered.
• Any holes created must be refilled immediately. Failure to comply with this condition will result in the
revocation of the approved user agreement.
• Metal detecting shall be conducted in patron-use areas only and all park structures shall be utilized appropriately
during any search.
• Any actions that result in the harassment, endangerment, or death of any wildlife constitute grounds for
immediate termination of the Agreement.
• Metal detecting must take place within known park boundaries and cannot be conducted within 1,000 feet of
neighboring houses or commercial industries adjacent to park perimeters.
• Metal detecting must take place during established park operating hours.
• All local regulations and ordinances must be followed while metal detecting.
• All Orange County Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations must be followed.
• Metal detecting is prohibited in construction areas.
• Metal detecting may not be permitted in partnership properties or lands not owned by Orange County. Approval
is contingent upon secondary approval from the principle agency.
• If physical signs of activity are impacting an approved location, management has the right to request that metal
detecting activity cease in this area.
• Any person(s) found in violation of the above conditions may be restricted from metal detecting for up to one year
(1) at any Orange County Park or Recreation Site.
• Orange County Parks and Recreation is not liable for any damage to personal metal detectors from weather,
vandalism, natural disaster, etc. or management activities conducted by the County or its contractors. 11/06 Rev.
***********************************
Metal Detector Use Application
An Orange County Parks and Recreation Metal Detector Use Application is required for an individual to utilize a metal detector in any Orange
County Parks and Recreation site. One application is required for each site. Please complete the form and submit to the park office for approval or
denial. If you have any questions, please contact 407-836-6200.
Name:_____________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________
Address:__________________________________________ __________________________________________________ ___________________
Street City, State ZIP
Phone:________________________ Cell Phone:_______________________ Email Address:_______________________________
Park Name:_____________________________________________ ____
Please initial next to each statement. By initialing, you are accepting the rules and regulations governing metal detector use at the above named site:
_______ I understand that all items found utilizing a metal detector must be reported to park staff.
_______ I understand that park staff may confiscate any item I have discovered if said item(s) have been reported as lost or stolen.
_______ I understand that any item I have discovered that is deemed as a historical artifact may be kept by park staff.
_______ I have received a copy of the Orange County Parks and Recreation Metal Detecting Policy and agree to adhere with said Policy.
HOLD HARMLESS/INSURANCE AGREEMENT
The User will indemnify and hold harmless Orange County from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including
reasonable attorney’s fees, arising out of or resulting from the occupancy of the Park by the User, its agents, servants, invitees and guests under this
license.
The User will take all responsible precautions for the safety of and will provide reasonable protection to prevent damage, injury or loss to
all persons and property in the Park.
The User will comply with all laws, ordinances, regulations or other orders regarding the safety of persons or property or their protection
from damage, injury or loss.
In an emergency affecting the safety of persons or property, the User will act with responsible care and discretion to prevent threatened
damage, injury or loss.
The applicant shall supply, when required, a Certificate of insurance reflecting minimum coverage of $500,000 Comprehensive, General Liability Insurance, without deductibles, per occurrence. Orange County shall be named as an additional insured, which shall be noted on the Certificate of Insurance. The Certificate shall indicate that the applicant’s insurance policy shall not be cancelable without thirty days prior written notice to the County.
The undersigned agrees to abide by the regulations governing the said facility and is responsible for charges incurred and must supply the
Certificate of Insurance of the Orange County Parks and Recreation Division no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the Program/Event
date.
I have read the conditions governing this Agreement and the accompanying Guidelines and Conditions and agree to abide by them in my operations
pursuant to this Agreement.
__________________________________________________ _______ __________________________________________________ _____
PRINTED NAME SIGNATURE
__________________________________________________ _______________________
DATE
OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Application Received:_____________________________
Approved
Denied: Reason:___________________________________________ ______
__________________________________________________ ________________________________________
SITE SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE DATE 11/06 Rev.
**********************************************************
From FLauthor:
I will not be held responsible for holes dug by squirrels, armadillos and other wildlife that dig holes.
• Metal detecting is prohibited in construction areas (note: that is where the best finds are made).
• No tools other than a metal detector shall be used. This includes any digging device (a metal probe isn't a digger). If an item is discovered
deeper than six-inches into soil substrate, said item cannot be recovered. (So much for Bottle/Privy diggers with this clause).
The applicant shall supply, when required, a Certificate of insurance reflecting minimum coverage of $500,000 Comprehensive, General
Liability Insurance, without deductibles, per occurrence. Orange County shall be named as an additional insured, which shall be noted on the
Certificate of Insurance (No way I'd do that and get blamed for someone else deed!). The Certificate shall indicate that the applicant’s insurance policy shall not be cancelable without thirty days prior written notice to the County. This smells like toxic waste!
The Orange County Historical Society just lost a client. Anybody who has donated relics found in a public park with a metal detector to OCHS should let them know that Parks & Recreation just killed their golden goose.
An Insurance search revealed this: A small nonprofit organization without unusual risks may be able to find a basic insurance package (not including vehicle coverage or workers compensation) for a minimum premium that may be as low as $150 to $300.
I emailed my Insurance Carrier for a quote which will be posted here.
I won't hunt parks then just private property
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