Metal Detecting In Rivers: Tips On Finding Crossings Or Fords

A little metal detecting adventure. In it, I give out some tips on what to look for when searching for fords.
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Metal Detecting In Rivers: Tips On Finding Crossings Or Fords
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[@meltector]

Hi Beau, A very interesting site, particularly the discovering river fords article. On that point the finding of "broken horse shoes" may in fact have another point : Here in Scotland , in the 17/19th centuries we had what were loosely termed Drovers who every year moved cattle from North Scotland to the cattle markets in the south of England for slaughter. As the journey could take up to three months over some pretty drastic overland trails, it was customary to fit shoes to the beasts feet to protect them. These shoes were almost identical to the broken shoes you are showing . The reason for the half shape was that the hooves of the beasts were not a total hoof as in horses but a part hoof. As there was insufficient hard hoof to nail to it was necessary to fabricate a part shoe. Over my many years of metal detecting I have come across literally hundreds of such shoes as the ones you show. Only point against that is the physical size of the Scottish shoe, being only about 2/3rd horse shoe size. (But then again as we know in the U.S everything is so much larger).. On a final note we use the shoe finds to possibly indicate overnight resting places, as the cattle moved about 12 to 16 miles per day , night resting at water holes or streams for the drovers and stock, where ,if lucky we also find coins as the drovers carried considerable sums of cash for trading : Hope this gives a wider train of thought.. Regards and happy digging..Arch

[@GodsBarnChurch]

Good read, I’ve found shoes similar but not as big and they were for oxen. I think people don’t realize that oxen pulled wagons and generally not wagons

[@jeffwilkes4508]

Beau . Good tips on what to look for in a river crossing ! Thanks for sharing .

[@MustangFastback]

You are quickly becoming my favorite youtube channel! Keep em up, AC!

[@treasurefacts2654]

This Video has been educational for me to view, I also appreciate your Time that you put into producing all your Videos! I Look forward to seeing more of them.

[@superbee]

Dig all of your videos....really inspiring to see where you go and what you find..keep it up!

[@sonnydigs1]

A Ford is a river or creek crossing used by pioneer travelers before there were bridges and in most cases not many roads but more like well traveled trails..

[@steveculbert4039]

Beautiful footage under water.

[@MrKelso159]

You said you just found some flakes in that cornfield across the river, so I guess those would be cornflakes then ! Lol !!! Couldn't resist !!! Good video !!!

[@manVSgoldNorthToAlaska]

Great info! Thank you Aqua!

[@TheSIeepyhouse]

Native people didn't waste flint. The flakes you found are probably what's called a microblade. Fashioned to a bone or a hardwood twig with a small strand of cordage to make a small knife similar to a scalpel blade.

[@susanhamilton1922]

Neat place... Good day... Thanks for sharing....👍👍👍👍

[@Kai-kn9hv]

I would love to do this but in Australia there are crocs everywhere ): 😂

[@620john620]

Take a friend with a big gun.

[@shanewhite640]

Dont worry they wont be detectable, lol, be safe

[@rickvandenberg60]

Only crocs in the northern part of Australia.

[@vivicamoore]

beautiful place.

[@treasurehuntingscotlandmud9340]

Enjoyed the video

[@srowesmith]

I love metal detecting

[@gregorylarsson7795]

Same

[@MajWMartin]

That trap is a Triumph made between 1913 and 1933. Some of those in good shape are worth some serious money to collectors.

[@MadisonMainedetecting]

Another great idea to do some research on over the winter here in Maine. What part of the country are you in? You can still do some land detecting.

[@jackbeltane]

Great video, i had not thought of hunting Fords, now i living on a island loaded with rivers there must be some old 18th century crossings close to home.

[@normanhirtle3180]

Great info on how to look for fords TYVM GL & HH

[@Squeakyman767]

I have a map but its from 1875 it shows were the roads cross a stream near me but I don't know if it would have been a ford or a bridge then. About when were most fords changed into bridges? Thanks

[@eldiltri]

I love your videos brother I wish I could do it as well but I live in guadalajara mexico there's not to many river on this side and also metal detectors are really spencive over here good thing you are in the us if you travel to tx one day make a video please there's a lot of rivers there and if you ever come to mexico let me know so I can help you on whatever you need and keep it up with your videos good luck and thanx

[@eldiltri]

exacto hermano a eso me refiero por que aqui nadie le interesa la historia ni buscar asi que yo se que hay muchas cosas

[@52969RST]

Great video Aqua!!! Whats the biggest differance between the ATPRO and ATGOLD?

[@h.a.mstudios1183]

What Maps do you use to look at it 100 years ago?

[@DRewlewis43]

Where did you get the pick axe thing with the magnet on the end of it? If you made it , how did you make it?

[@Seeds-Of-The-Wayside]

Gosh I couldn't figure out till 5 and 1/2 minutes in what he meant by Ford's. I thought he was looking for a car! He means we're horses crossed the river!

[@dwayneclark9105]

thanks beau,I know some french names but yours had me stumpped

[@digginsouth9259]

Hey beau.hope your doing well:) just found my first ring tail sharps today and 3 feet from it a carved nipple protector.gonna go back tomorrow to see what else is there:) looking forward to your next video.HH god bless:)

[@Mojosmind]

Are you using your hat camera?...I made one after watching your video...it works well.

[@skylane1829]

The wife and I have been talking about taking up the hobby. She says it's something that we could do together. What do you recommend as a starter kit? What all do we need to get started. Thanks for the Video

[@tuckerdave1]

Hi , thanks for your grate videos . I wanted to ask what you used for your pointer to water proof it ? And yes I realize it can damage it if I do not do it correctly . I totally understand , thank you so much . Dave

[@jimcolvin6794]

I'm a retired logger and have enjoyed your videos and if I can save up the money I will be getting me a detected have a nice day the logger

[@faulltw]

Did you ever save up the money for a detector?

[@Squeakyman767]

Thank you this is very helpful :)

[@VoyagesNow]

Awesome video

[@getreal1702]

damn you was a way younger man back then.

[@digginsouth9259]

Thanks beau :) hey I have been seriously checking into a machine, the AP pro..I notice you have great results in the rivers...how good is it on land..is it a good dirt relic machine and have you used it for silver coin shoot ? Is it a deep seeking machine I'm dirt?

[@m230042]

I have been hunting since my dad got me a metrotec in the early 70's and transitioned to a Nautilus. I have avoided digital machines because I can hear the nature of the target with the analog. The garret has me thinking and that takes a lot of doing! I have decided on pro or gold. Is the gold worth the extra money for iron rejection?

[@digginsouth9259]

Ok thanks a lot beau:) any recommendations as to a second machine for land ,I may want to look into after I get the pro? :) have a great day and thanks for the help.

[@Squeakyman767]

Very cool thank you for the tips. How would you find the general location before you start looking for horseshoes? Thank you love your vids :)

[@albionhustler9836]

Ever come close to putting your hand in a trap? Just curious. As it seems you find these quite often.

[@andrewwurtzberger6149]

Hey I enjoy your videos keep it up

[@indysteve182002]

How'd u used the pinpointer underwater? Did u tape the hole?

[@805DigDug]

nice hunt man keep it up! GL and HH!

[@johnayscue8935]

I really enjoy your video's. What camera would you recommend for someone wanting to video their hunts? Thanks.

[@greatscotmagic]

! Another super video exclamation point I have had a question for you, how do you decide what Creek and rivers to go to. I live by a river that's 15 to 20 feet deep and right now I don't have any scuba equipment , so I'm looking for advice on choosing other Creeks or lakes or whatever.I can search. I realize that some of this is going to have to be done with research but for General use could you please give me some advice. Thank you, Stuart

[@fishermanpat1]

20 feet? Watch out for currents.

[@chip5256]

Interesting you’re using the non-waterproof Garrett pinpointer in the water

[@MustangFastback]

I live in York, PA and work in Baltimore. I'd love to go on a hunt with you sometime next year!

[@Poopismism]

Willing to share the area you are in? I live in North Carolina and just starting out. Need some places to begin.

[@MrKelso159]

Cornflakes are my favorite ! I enjoyed your video very much and I've found a few good things in creeks and along river banks. Keep up the good work ! Thanks !

[@aden102298]

Hi im new to this and I dont have a metal detector yet so I was just wondering your thoughts on what I should buy for a not so expensive price.

[@metaldetectingvids6462]

You have great video's! Would be an honor to hunt with you. I added your video 2 my playlist with tips for metal detecting. Best greetings

[@linkbloodelf9833]

I found some horseshoes in a river... that a good chance there might be some alright stuff around?

[@jasonjackson6161]

How strong is that magnet on the end of your stick?

[@MrRealworld66]

How do you find these old river bottom ford crossings in our own states

[@Hornbush]

Nice video. Very informative. Hornbush.

[@NFHRR]

great video!!

[@Loganeffecto]

Great vid, I'm always jealous of fellow detectors that live in a state over 100 years old lol :/

[@jonathanchancey3908]

Beau, I live in Alabama and wanted to know how to go about getting ford information in my state. Any suggestions?

[@sandsifter149]

Did you find any Chryslers also..??

[@vickihastings9423]

Are you talking about an old rusted automobile or a fjord rolm

[@vickihastings9423]

***** I learn something new everyday...Ford: Not to be confused with fjord. A ford is a shallow place with good footing where a river or stream may be crossed by wading or in a vehicle.[1] A ford is mostly a natural phenomenon, in contrast to a low water crossing, which is an artificial bridge that allows crossing a river or stream when water is low.

[@1976smell]

it must be a full time job hunting down all the owners of the lands, I've written a few people from address's gotten through county records and haven't had any replys....I'm leaving the Virginia area (having only hunted city parks)....haven't gotten to private prop hunt yet.

[@RustyHaloMetalDetecting]

You said you have maps? Great! Where can I get some? I've been to the library, who said the court house would have them. The court house said, you guessed it, the library! All I have is internet on my phone and I can't print from that, that I know of anyway lol. Help! Thank you!

[@RustyHaloMetalDetecting]

+Beau Ouimette my boy and I found our first ford yesterday! I saw this video today and thought is watch it again. thanks!

[@ludlowfalls8856]

Where do you find the old maps?

[@WhatsNextAmy]

Look how young you are!

[@7dave2ful]

You get this asked a lot. Over the years, when you do river searches. Do you ever come across the bodies of missinb persons. As after heavy floods bodies do end up in the next door county or state. Or lost in time, when the sand-mud bank's collapsed into the water course. Grime to find, yet intriguing to find out who they were. And what was the reason they dead.

[@madmanover9000]

But how can you do this legally? I've looked on Google Earth it seems like everything is not legal. Where could I go to find rivers or streams like this?

[@94SexyStang]

It's just a river, pretty much legal, since it belongs to the state....public access.

[@JJohnson165]

For those looking for old maps, I'd recommend downloading Google Earth and then use the Rumsey Historical Map Collection overlay from here: www.davidrumsey.com/view/google-earth. Living in Arkansas this has been an invaluable tool when searching for old French forts, ghost towns, etc.

[@PeepsincHiker]

Those "broken horse shoes" are actually oxen shoes.

[@john3Lee]

Thanks....

[@databaseexpert]

no finds? Oh man! That sucks! :D

[@nicholasj7860]

***** A bad day fishing is still better than a good day at work.

[@origamibyameer6719]

What pick do you have?

[@mbktenterprisesllc4428]

At the risk of sounding ignorant, which I am as a newbie (my first real detector delivers today! Happy Birthday me!) I am curious as to why people love the old round bullets? I don't see them selling for a killing on ebay or wherever so what am I missing about the value? Thanks.

[@rickvandenberg60]

Only crocs in the northern part of australia

[@CurlyQLink]

Don't you worry about "critters" in the water who may want to get to know you better?

[@panhandlesharkteeth7910]

You find any fossil sharkteeth in there?

[@randylemay8964]

can you go in rivers without a metal detector I am here in ma

[@randlerichardson5826]

Coil spring trap jump trap

[@targetedinmaryland2850]

Minnows hid in that grass in the water.

[@Moklava]

Great video outstanding😲 and also what a great collection you have!! hey guys give him a thumb up👍 and subscribe🛑. You should start do underwater metal detecting? Did you try it before? unbelievable finding I do it all the time.👏👏👏👏

[@ThelifeandtimesofBarneyTaylor]

Why did they call it a ford ?

[@Metrorenovationsandmore]

Unless you're gettin em for free, theres GOT to be better tectors than those AT Anythings to use. I just don't understanding all the effort with an inferior machine????

[@agapeclinicsinternationalm6867]

Where’s the advice to hunting rivers?

[@MTPatriot1787]

In his modern videos. This one is going on 8 years old. I just watched it for the first time tonight. I have to get my detecting/hounding/magnet fishing/etc fix in on the videos as everything is cold and frozen over here. I can't wait for spring!

[@christopheryork1926]

I wanna get a new detector in 2019

[@dwayneclark9105]

I enjoy your vids, how do you pronounce your last name..

[@johnbrown8059]

+Aquachigger I knew a girl in Germany many, many moons ago and her name was Jane Ouimette and she said the same thing when I asked her how to pronounce her name. She just wrote WE MET on a piece of paper. That was way back in 1980. Holy cripes, I'm old!

[@GMTLAST]

Aquachigger I am going through the process of creating a new one. I have a great day. I have a

[@roberteverman4929]

I have metal detected for two years to watch a bunch of your videos to realize I didn't know much..

[@paulstevens2839]

Im looking for a Chevy

[@emmasimms5395]

Number 67, October 2019

[@digginsouth9259]

In dirt.lol dang auto correct

[@nervousstranger]

Carry your junk out with you! Liter bug!

[@sandsifter149]

Screw hunting under a sewer outfall dude...What are you thinking..???

[@adamcarter6862]

ford, fix or repair daily.

[@TheCBoyz92]

for a water proof cam get a go pro

[@DarkloudInc]

dude... you dont leave crap like that just laying around. . stuff like that gives Prospector's a bad name.. shame on you dude.