The Treasure Hunters - Episode 24

Diggin' in Virginia IV - Day 3, Part 1

Here we are at the last day of the hunt. We start early, with our minds set on making more relic recoveries before the picnic lunch. This morning would turn out to be very special for one nearby relic hunter. Check it out and see why.

Equipment: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P41 with 1GB Memory Stick, Whites Blue and Gray and Troy Custom Detectors Shadow X2
The following video blog was filmed in historic Virginia in November of 2005.
Subject: Treasure Hunting, Relic Hunting, Civil War, Metal Detecting

The Treasure Hunters - Episode 23

Diggin' in Virginia IV - Day 2, Part 2

In this episode, we finish out day 2 with a bang! By this time we have made it down to the grayish black clay that lies under the old corduroy road. Any Civil War relics coming out of this dirt have a pretty decent chance of being in great condition. You may hear a chainsaw in the background. That was the sound of the local museum cutting a cross section of the wooden road to rebuild in their Civil War display. There was some serious history preservation taking place at this dig. The fun didn't stop when the sun when down either. A bunch of treasure hunters exchanging hunt stories and rolling dice to divide the spoils of the day's relic hunt. You gotta love it!

Equipment: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P41 with 1GB Memory Stick, Whites Blue and Gray and Troy Custom Detectors Shadow X2
The following video blog was filmed in historic Virginia in November of 2005.
Subject: Treasure Hunting, Relic Hunting, Civil War, Metal Detecting

The Treasure Hunters - Episode 22

cor·du·roy ( P ) Pronunciation Key (kôrd-roi)
n.
1. A durable cut-pile fabric, usually made of cotton, with vertical ribs.
2. corduroys Trousers made of corduroy.
3. A road made of logs laid down crosswise.

Which one of the above definitions correctly defines day two at Diggin' in Virginia IV? If you picked number three, you're on the right road! We have finally reached the old corduroy road bed at about 4 feet down, give or take a foot or two. On this beautiful day many remnants of the Civil War would be unearthed. A number of relics were found sitting directly under that road bed. If only that ole' corduroy could talk!

The Treasure Hunters - Episode 21

Diggin' in Virginia IV - Day 1, Part 4

Here we are at the final episode of day one. What a great day! The Civil War may have taken place over 140 years ago, but with every shovel load of dirt we peel back those years. So sit back and enjoy the dig, but before you do check that dirt pile over there. I think I saw a minie ball in it!



Equipment: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P41 with 1GB Memory Stick, Whites Blue and Gray and Troy Custom Detectors Shadow X2
The following video blog was filmed in historic Virginia in November of 2005.

The Treasure Hunters - Episode 20

Diggin' in Virginia IV - Day 1, Part 3

Day one heats up with more great Civil War relic recoveries out of the big hole. By now the hole is reaching epic proportions! Happy hunting.

Equipment: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P41 with 1GB Memory Stick
This video blog was filmed in historic Virginia in November 2005.

The Treasure Hunters - Episode 19

Diggin' in Virginia IV - Day 1, Part 2

Day one continues and the dirt just keeps getting thicker with relics. Now we are getting close to the old road bed and the leather goods are beginning to surface. So grab a shovel and get ready to dig in deep, real deep!

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The Treasure Hunters - Episode 18

Diggin' in Virginia IV - Day 1, Part 1

Day one in the AM and we are greeted with the sun. You can feel the Civil War history all around you. A handful of hunters set up shop along the old railroad bed to begin excavations. Little did we know what would lie deep below. Y'all sit back and enjoy the show!
Equipment: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P41 with 1GB Memory Stick

The Treasure Hunters - Episode 17

Diggin' in Virginia IV - The Pre-Hunt

Here we are! Its the day before Diggin' in Virginia IV and everyone is gearing up for the hunt. Come join us as we meet some of the hunters, visit "Hut 219", and map out our strategies. Stay tuned for Days 1, 2, and 3.
Equipment: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P41 with 1GB Memory Stick