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JRD

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Hello from a Newbie

« on: August 30, 2010, 02:56:17 PM »

Hi all,

My name is Jonathan and I am from Cardiff and very new to the world of Metal Detecting (2 weeks!), and this site, and just wanted to say hello.

Just bought a Garrett 250 my first detector (apart from a cheap one when I was about 10 years old - loved that thing and is probably why I had a yearning to get back into it 30 years later!).

Been out a few times to the beach and a field. Have found a few coins (and a lot of rubbish) my best so far is a 1906 old penny and now I have well and truly got the bug!!

The problem is finding places to go?

I am hoping to join a club (Cardiff Scan Club) at their next meet next month and hopefully meet some like minded people who can show me the ropes.

Any help or advice on any aspect of this great hobby would be well received, especially Garrett 250 settings and tips, beach searching and where else to go?

Thanks all,
Jonathan


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2010, 03:17:37 PM »

Welcome to the site Jonathan - you are going about it the right way by joining SCAN and becoming a DW member also.

As a SCAN member (I also belong to them} you will automatically have access to the club land and be able to attend the rallies they hold.

As a Detectingwales member you are also welcome to attend our frequent rallies - of which we have at least four lined up at the moment, with more to follow.

I think the 25O is a great introduction machine to the the world of detecting. I have never owned but lots of members on here have and still do. I am sure a few of them will give you some tips.

All the best
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« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2010, 03:21:10 PM »

Thanks Neil,

I hope to get on the rallies as soon as I have a few more hours under my belt.

Hope to meet you and the other SCAN members on the 8th Sept.

Cheers,
Jonathan


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2010, 04:45:45 PM »

Welcome to the site Jonathan Cool


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2010, 05:13:27 PM »

Hi Jonathan,
Welcome to the site bud, don't be afraid to ask questions no matter how daft you think they are.
The guys are very helpful on here Huh

Get to a rally as soon as m8.

Look forward to meeting you.

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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2010, 05:30:57 PM »

Welcome to the site fella Wink


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JRD

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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #6 on: August 30, 2010, 06:25:36 PM »

Thanks all

Nice friendly site this Grin

Hope to meet many of you in the up and coming rallies and SCAN club meeting and talk to rest on here.

Thanks for all your nice comments.

Jonathan


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #7 on: August 30, 2010, 07:12:24 PM »

Ayup Jonathan, welcome and good luck with the new 'tector.


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« Reply #8 on: August 30, 2010, 07:29:05 PM »

Thanks mate.


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #9 on: August 30, 2010, 07:36:16 PM »

Ok I have done it!

I have signed up for my first Rally (I think?) .

Put my name down for the Ludlow Rally on the 5th Sept.

What's the deal here how are you notified of directions etc? It mentions that we will be contacted by 'personal message' - is this an email? or through this site?

Cheers all - see you there if your going.

Jonathan


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #10 on: August 30, 2010, 07:58:23 PM »

Hi Johnathan, Welcome to the site. I'm nearly a newbie so can tell you they're a great gang on this site. They'll help you with anything, just shout.
They advise you by E.Mail. Hope you enjoy your 1st rally and find lots of goodies.
Happy hunting

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« Reply #11 on: August 30, 2010, 08:06:23 PM »

Thanks Val - I am really looking forward to it!


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #12 on: August 30, 2010, 08:28:32 PM »

JRD
You will be notified the night before by PM.

Take care

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« Reply #13 on: August 30, 2010, 09:13:49 PM »

Thanks Steve - I will keep an eye out for it.


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Re: Hello from a Newbie

« Reply #14 on: August 31, 2010, 04:14:34 AM »

Welcome aboard Jonathan Wink


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