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Federation Of Metal Detector and Archaeological Clubs! Gettysburg, PA Hunt!
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Federation Of Metal Detector
and Archaeological Clubs
Historic Gettysburg, PA
October 28 & 29, 2017 in conjunction
with the Autumn Civil War Show
Requests that you join us in
Held at the AllStar Events Center with over 300
tables of Civil War and Military Collectibles.
FMDAC will have an informational table
Saturday Morning
Frank
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_Saturday Morning Open Hunt
Sunday features two hunts, open meeting,
seminars and raffles
_Tour the Gettysburg Battlefield. See Little
Round Top, Devils Den, and Picketts Charge.
In the evening take one of the many ghost
tours if you dare.
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Accomodations:
We have blocked rooms at the Quality Inn Battlefield located at 380 Steinwehr Ave. The rates are; single - $93,
Double - $98, triple - $103, quad - $108. Call 1-717-334-1103 and ask for the FMDAC rate. The rate is only
guaranteed until September 26 and is good for the length of your stay. There is a hot breakfast included.
Campgrounds:
For those traveling in RV’s there are a number of camping facilities. I have listed some here. You will have to check
for availablilty that time of year. Drummer Boy Camping Resort, 1300 Hanover Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325, (717) 334-
3277; Gettysburg Battlefield KOA, 20 Knox Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325, (717) 642-5713; Gettysburg Battlefield
Camping, 1960 Emmitsburg Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325, (717) 238-5228; Gettysburg Campground, 2030 Fairfield Rd,
Gettysburg, PA 17325, (717) 334-3304
Civil War Show:
The show is held at the Allstar Events Complex at 2638 Emmitsburg Rd, (business Rt. 15) just south of Gettysburg -
Allstarpa.com. The show has over 300 tables of Civil War and various eras of military relics. Admission is $6 per day.
We will have an informational table set up.
Hunts:
The hunts will be held on the Allstar grounds. We will have a pavilion right behind the events building. On Saturday
morning at 9:00 am we will hold an open hunt. You do not need to be a member to enter this one. It will have all
silver coins along with prize tokens. Sunday will feature two hunts for members only. All silver coins along with prize
tokens and some top prize tokens depending on the number of entries will have a minimum value of $100. No PI
detectors allowed and proper digging will be strictly enforced. See complete hunt rules at FMDAC.org under “News”.
Saturday Evening:
We will be holding an informal get together in the breakfast area at the hotel. We are keeping the menu simple –
Pizza and soft drinks. If you want any other beverage you will need to bring it yourself. We may have a few
presentations, prizes and maybe a guest speaker to entertain you. The exact time will be announced later and we will
conclude early enough so you can partake of other activities in the area.
Sunday Activities:
We will hold our annual open membership meeting on Sunday. We may also be squeezing in a few seminars. Several
raffles will be going on with all drawings to be held at the conclusion of the hunts.
Things to do:
Obviously touring the battlefield is number one. You could spend days there taking it all in. There are many ways to
do it from simply driving around to bus tours. You can purchase or rent recordings, hire a guide or take a segway
tour. There are many ghost tours each evening and some of them sell out early so get your tickets early. The town
itself is filled with historical buildings and homes. Many shops abound. Suggest you go to the internet and check it all
out. Before you book anything you might want to check out reviews.
Travel:
The closest airports are Baltimore, MD (1 ½ hour) and Harrisburg, PA. (1 hour)
Additional info:
We will post up to date info and any changes on the website at FMDAC.org. If you have any questions or concerns
then please contact Treasurer John Howard at 585-663-7368 jwhoward@rochester.rr.com, President Mark
Schuessler at 585-591-0010 kesmas@localnet.com or Central Region Director Don Hayes at 740-252-1322
dmhayes61@sbcglobal.net
Additional info:
We will post up to date info and any changes on the website at FMDAC.org. If you have any questions or concerns
then please contact Treasurer John Howard at 585-663-7368 jwhoward@rochester.rr.com, President Mark
Schuessler at 585-591-0010 kesmas@localnet.com or Central Region Director Don Hayes at 740-252-1322
dmhayes61@sbcglobal.net
The Federation of Metal Detector and Archaeological Clubs is a 501C3 not for profit organization.
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ATTENTION
The use or possession of a metal detector on Gettysburg National Military Park property is a federal
offense. You can be arrested, heavily fined and imprisoned. Your equipment will be confiscated and
possibly even your vehicle too.
Laws & Policies
Gettysburg National Military Park is regulated by Federal Law, regulations set forth by the National Park Service and site-specific
regulations designed to preserve and protect the resources of the park and Soldiers' National Cemetery, while providing a positive
and safe environment for the visitor. These regulations are stated in the Superintendent's Compendium, which is available on this
page.
PARK REGULATIONS IN BRIEF
The possession of metal detectors on park property is strictly prohibited. Relic hunting by the use of metal detectors or
other means is prohibited and violators will be prosecuted.
Collecting of natural and cultural objects, including plants, animals, minerals, stones from walls, or other objects is strictly prohibited.
Notice that the POSSESSION of a metal detector is prohibited. That includes simply having it in your vehicle. So now that you know
that we highly recommend the following
1. Leave your metal detectors in your hotel room. If that is not possible then we recommend that it is disassembled and
completely out of site at all times. This also includes your digging tools etc.
2. If you have any metal detecting related stickers on your vehicle we suggest that you either remove or cover them so as not
to draw attention to yourself.
3. Do not even speak of metal detecting while on park property. This will avoid any unnecessary problems or suspicions if
someone overhears you.
If you plan on doing some metal detecting while in the Gettysburg area then be very certain that you
know where you are, that metal detecting is allowed on the property you are on be it private or public,
and you have proper permission to be there. The FMDAC is not responsible for anyone caught in an area
they should not be. It is each individuals responsible to know the laws and what property you are on.
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Return this part with your entry
I have read and understand the regulations concerning the use and possession of a metal detector on
Gettysburg National Military Park. The FMDAC and none of its officers or representatives will be held
responsible for my failure to obey the law. This statement must be signed or your entry will not be
accepted.
Print name_________________________________________________
Signature__________________________________________________ Date ______________
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ENTRY FORM
USE ONE ENTRY PER PERSON (COPY IF NECESSARY). This entry or a copy of this entry must be sent in
with a check or money order. Canadian members must pay with a US Money Order.
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
1. Registrants at the time of registration at the hunt must present their current FMDAC membership card. Not
necessary for the Saturday hunt.
2. Please fill out the form COMPLETELY, including the FMDAC club to which you belong. Check the line
indicated if you are an independent member. Check the line indicated if non-member and entering Saturdays
hunt. Your signature is very important. If you do not sign the release, you will not hunt.
3. There will be $25 returned check fee.
4. Hunt will be held rain or shine. NO REFUNDS. Please complete the form and make check/money order in US
funds (sorry but we are unable to accept Canadian checks) to the FMDAC and mail to:
John Howard
34 Bayberry Lane
Rochester, NY 14616
SATURDAY HUNT
(Until 10/1) $50_____ (After10/1) $75_____
SATURDAY EVENING PIZZA TIME
(Until 10/1) $10_____ (After 10/1) $15_____
SUNDAY HUNTS
(Until 10/1) $100_____ (After 10/1) $150_____
DO NOT MAIL AFTER 10/15, 2017. PAY AT THE EVENT WITH CASH. – NO CHECKS WILL BE
ACCEPTED AT THE EVENT.
I have enclosed a check/money order (US FUNDS) in the amount of $___________
NAME______________________________________________________
ADDRESS___________________________________________________
CITY_____________________________STATE_______ZIP__________
CLUB_______________________________________________________
Independent Member ___ Non-Member ___
PHONE______________________e-mail___________________________
I acknowledge that I WILL NOT hold the FMDAC, the Allstar Events Complex, Quality Inn, City of Gettysburg, or any of the
aforementioned officers, members, representatives and employees responsible for any injuries or accidents I may incur while
participating in any of the above events.
Signature________________________________________________________ Date_________________
********The lower part of the rules sheet (ATTENTION at the top) must also be signed and returned or your entry will
not be acccepted
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link:
http://www.fmdac.org/fmdac_gettysburg_2017.pdf
Please join us!
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Sounds interesting... last time I was there it was a Boy Scout National Jamboree...Back in the fifties... there were a couple of musket balls found by scouts when pitching tents.... Cheers, RickO
What is a PI detector?
bob
Pulse machine, meant (usually) for water detecting.
When used it causes interference with other machines
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Thanks, never knew that.....make sense.
bob
PI = Pulse Induction.... gives extreme depth in saltwater or mineralized ground.... Great detectors... Cheers, RickO
never heard anything bad about them. just saying
not bad, just not acceptable for organized hints.
They use a different technology that will 'knock out' anyone within about 50' of the user.
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first i heard of that one. one learns something everyday
Sounds fun. Too bad I am on the left coast doing endless honey do's.
100% Positive BST transactions
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