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CODE OF ETHICS
The hobby of treasure hunting has grown exponentially over the past 25 years or so which has turned it into
a hobby enjoyed by people of all ages and walks of life. Unfortunately as more and more people explore
sites with their metal detectors, there has been an increase in the number of people that are willing to
trespass, ignore existing restrictions on where detecting is allowed and leave open holes and trash laying
around. This has resulted in many areas being closed to metal detecting which hurts all of us.
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Federation of Metal Detector and Archaeological Clubs
The Federation of Metal Detector and Archaeological Clubs Inc. or FMDAC for short is a U.S.-based
organization founded in 1984 by hobbyists and manufacturers as a legislative and educational organization
dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and protection for the hobby of recreational metal detecting and
prospecting. The following Code of Ethics is one that was developed and endorsed by the FMDAC and
should be part of how you approach the hobby of treasure hunting.
I will always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching. It is my responsibility to
"know the law".
I will respect private property and will not enter private property without the owner’s permission. Where
possible, such permission will be in writing.
I will take care to refill all holes and try not to leave any damage.
I will remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter that I find.
I will appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property.
I will as an ambassador for the hobby, use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
I will work to help bring unity to our hobby by working with any organization of any geographic area
that may have problems that will limit their ability to peacefully pursue the hobby.
I will leave gates as found.
I will build fires in designated or safe places only.
I will report to the proper authorities any individuals who enter and or remove artifacts from federal
parks, state / local preserves or designated historical sites.
The National Council for Metal Detecting
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