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| September 2026 | The Newsletter of the Shore Seekers Artifact & Recovery Club | Vol. 36, No. 9 |
This has been a hot August for sure and very few people got out, but those who did came back with some neat finds. The beaches have been hit or miss and now that school is back in session, things might be even quieter unless some storms erode the sand. Until the farmers plow the fields, we will be in a sort of weird limbo of some residual beach hunting and doing private yards, schools and churches (with permission!).
Things are shaping up for the big Hunt in October, details to follow, but there will be coins, raffles and neat stuff like pouches and even a pinpointer or two. This is a real steal for $35 and you can start signing up at the meeting.
There are some new machines on the horizon, but most people are sticking to what they know and that makes sense. I am finally getting comfortable with mine and it’s been three years at least. Phil Kemmerlin's Equinox went up, so he bought a Manticore, hated the tones and went back to -- another Equinox. It goes to show bigger is not always better.
As for the holiday party, we are looking at chicken and either ham or roast beef. The beef brisket at the Amish Market was sorely tempting if prices don't go up. We'll have a good main course, regardless, and hopefully the pot luck dishes will be just as tasty as last year's.
Well, that's all for now, so if I don't see you at the meeting, maybe I'll see you, well, somewhere -- on Facebook maybe.
Your President,
Andy Nunez
The last meeting of the SHORE SEEKERS Artifact and Recovery Club was held on Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. at Christ Church.
Carl Brown, a friend of Dave Watkins, attended as a guest.
OLD BUSINESS
Extra copies of THE SEEKER are available.
Minutes were approved as distributed.
The Treasurer gave his report.
There was more talk of the October 10 members' only hunt. Contact John R. if you want to help; he will then schedule a committee meeting. You may pay your hunt fee anytime by cash, check or silver coins.
We had a discussion about our Christmas party. Members made various suggestions but we might have to wait until later for definite plans. The party will be on the same date (12/10/26) as our regular December meeting but there will be no regular business or finds of the month at that time. Our regular business schedule will resume in January.
Scott reminded everyone about the ESTC cash raffle for January 2027. There will be a cash prize every day. The total prize for the month will be $1575. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20 and are good for the whole month. Winners will be drawn from the winning evening Maryland pick 4 lottery numbers. The raffle is limited to 1000 tickets.
John R. and Andy were at the Delmar Library in July to talk about the metal detecting hobby. They had the best time at lunch as not many came out to the event.
NEW BUSINESS
John R. was at Coastal Library in Bethany Beach for metal detecting 101 (basics for new hobbyists). Marty helped out and both brought display cases. About 30 people showed up. It was very successful and a lot of fun. Marty said that John did a good job and he mentioned both clubs. John also has an invitation to go to Greenwood Library for a similar presentation as he is trying to spread the word about detecting throughout Delaware.
Andy went to the Eastern Shore Regional Library at Parksley, VA. While there, he took the opportunity to visit the Kerr House where he saw lots of interesting things. It was not a large crowd but a very enthusiastic one. He brought display cases to show finds and he might go back that way in the fall.
There was mention of various YouTube influencers.
John R. did a ring return at the beach. Tab found and returned a gold bracelet. Phil K. found and returned a lost class ring. Congratulations to all.
Penny to a Dollar winners were Joe Schiaffino, Dave Watkins, John Muscente, Carl Brown, Marty Pratt, Tab Brannock, John Fassel and Dan Spielman. We still need someone to help run this game. John Peregoy will help in September but we still need on-going volunteers. Please consider stepping up to help with this popular game - thanks in advance!
Thanks to John Rebman for the snacks.
Our raffle winners were Henry Lilly (50/50), John Muscente (large cent) and Henry Lilly (attendance).
Julie Pryor,
Secretary