JULY 2012 Find of the Month First Places - JULY
Coin 1897-P Barber Quarter - Rich McCleary
Jewelry 10k Graduation Ring - Gary Clark
CTC’s subject for July meeting was “Beach Finds”... Token - Foreign Coin 1933 British Sovereign - Mark Jenkins
Thanks to club members Jon G., Rick R., Mark J., Gary C. & Ron A. for bringing in their beach finds & sharing their stories. The subject is a broad one so only a fraction of their collections were discussed with the subject of gold items left for a separate meeting. Mark had a nice display of silver coins found as a result of beach erosion as well as Gary’s plastic tray full of beach sand & silver coins. Ron had a display of some Luna Park trinkets including many concession prizes from the park’s early history. Awards...Jake Tiefel won $32.75 for the Jug of Hope Contest..the 1988 Silver Dollar raffle was won by Mark Kulseth...AOK Award was won by Gary Clark for helping a young lad carry his homemade boat. No-No award was won by Ron Aldridge for wearing Mark Jenkins hunt badge on Sunday at the Idaho Hunt.
Open 1898 Church Medal - Rich McCleary 1880’S Pocket Watch - Ron Aldridge
Find of the Month Totals 1. 80 Ron Aldridge 2. 74 Gary Clark 3. 65 Rick Razor 4. 49 Matt Mechler 5. 38 Mark Jenkins 6. 31 Ken Cochran 7. 27 Jon Gentry 8. 21 Mark Kulseth 9 . 20 Rich McCleary 10. 16 Randy Rutsala 11. 16 Stan Applestone
Joys & Concerns...A warm welcome to our new members Darrell & Lynne Corgatelli & Steven Koper. Jon Gentry’s brother is doing well recovering from surgery. Webmaster Needed...a volunteer to keep CTC web site updated & maintained. Scavenger Hunt Contest...totals for July (4th month): Mark J. 140, Gary C. 115, Ron A. 113 , Rick R. 79, Mark K. 63, Kevin K. 33 & Matt M. 22. FMDAC...for information about potentially controversial regulations & other legal matters affecting metal detecting contact Mark Jenkins, 425-223-2985. The Club Plaque Contest...The club plaque is a unique piece of metal buried somewhere in King County & a clue to its location is given monthly until found. - Clue 1: I was on the surface I could see water, I could see a volcano & I could see Alaska.
Aug. 8th Board Meeting...Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. at Matt Mechler’s home, 24140145th PL. SE, Kent, 98042, 253-638-0210. Aug. 12th Club meeting...Refreshments, cookies: compliments of Ken Cochran & Matt Mechler. Subject of the Month for this meeting is “Century 21 World’s Fair” items. Membership Dues...($25.00 single, $30.00 family)...must be paid before July 1, 2012 to be eligible to enter Aug. 2012 Find of the Month & other raffles. Upcoming Club Events...Club Picnic: Sun., Aug. 5th,10:00 at Lake Wilderness... Chinook Pass Camp Out: Aug. 31 - Sept. 3 (see flyer page 4)....Surf & Sand Hunt is Sept. 15th, 10 a.m. at upper Alki Beach - details forthcoming...Pacific Beach State Park Outing: Oct. 4-6 -details forthcoming...Moonlight Hunt: October 27th, 6:00 p.m. at Lincoln Park (see flyer page 5). Other Upcoming Events...Lenny Phay Memorial Hunt: Sat., Aug. 4th, Orting WA, Jim Ratcliff,
[email protected] Hunt: Sat., Sept.8th, Penticton (Lake Skaha), B.C., contact Jim Tennant, 250-770-1012,jimt@
[email protected] (see page 3) OPTH “Silvery Moon” Hunt: Sat., Sept. 29, 5 p.m., Kitsap Co. Fairgrounds, Bremerton, Ledine Wilson 360-876-3245 or Chuck Swanson 360-698-2408.
G was th ary Clark AOK Aw e recipient of the ard for h e lad carr y his ho lping a young memad e boat off the b each.
Detecting on Public Land...Mark J. is putting together a pamphlet on public sites allowing detecting. Included will be how to get permits & where to ask for permission. When in doubt find out first as there could be consequences for you & the hobby. Special Thanks to the businesses...who provide support & donations for our hobby & events: Mary Gladding (detector sales), 253-277-3562 (reopened at16-B Wells Ave. So.); Northgate Coins, Bryan Geraghty, 206-361-6090; Renton Coin Shop. Steve Campau, 425-226-3890; Westside Jewelers, Richard Sandell, 206-241-6620. Find of the Month: July Entries 4 pts 3 pts 2 pts 2 pts 2 pts 1 pt 1 pt 1 pt 1 pt 1 pt
1897-P Barber Quarter 1874 Indian Head Penny 1887 Indian Head Penny 1905-P Barber Quarter 19?8 Standing Liberty Quarter 1898 Indian Head Penny 1977 Nickel 1903 ‘V’ Nickel Washington Quarter 1943 Washington Quarter
Rich McCleary Gary Clark Rick Razor Mark Jenkins Mark Kulseth Jon Gentry Stan Applestone Ron Aldridge Jack Davis Matt Mechler
4 pts 3 pts 3 pts 3 pts 2 pts 2 pts 2 pts 2 pts 1 pt 1 pt
1957 High School Grad Ring 14k Gold Band 1890’S Victorian Pendant 14k Gold Heart Brooch 14k Gold Chain Metal Shark’s Tooth Religious Metal 14k Gold Band Silver Ring Earning
Gary Clark Ken Cochran Rich McCleary Mark Jenkins Jack Davis Stan Applestone Matt Mechler Ron Aldridge Rick Razor Jon Gentry
4 pts 3 pts 3 pts 2 pts 2 pts 1 pt 1 pt 1 pt
1933 British Sovereign 1900 Canadian Silver 5¢ 1942 5 Centavos 1920’S $3.50 Shoe Token 5 Rand South Africa 1920 Canadian Silver 5¢ 2001 Panama Early 1900’s Belgian Coin
Mark Jenkins Matt Mechler Rich McCleary Jon Gentry Rick Razor Ron Aldridge Ken Cochran Gary Clark
4 pts 1898 Church Dedication Medal 4 pts 1880’S Pocket Watch 3 pts 1950’s Sunny Jim Jar 3 pts Stewart & Holmes Drug Bottle 3 pts Small Screw Driver 2 pts 1909 Seattle Fair Souvenir Token 2 pts Key Chain 1 pt Clock Key 1 pt Luna Spigot 1 pt 18 Dollars in Ziplock
Rich McCleary Ron Aldridge Rick Razor Matt Mechler Ken Cochran Gary Clark Mark Kulseth Jack Davis Jon Gentry Mark Jenkins
Treasure Hunters Code of Ethics . I will always check federal, state, county & . I will, as an ambassador for the hobby, use local laws before searching. It is my responthoughtfulness, consideration & courtesy at all sibility to “Know the law” times. . I will respect private property & will not . I will work to help bring unity to our hobby by enter private property without the owner’s working with any organization of any geopermission. Where possible such permission graphic area. That may have problems that will be in writing. will limit their ability to peacefully pursue the . I will take care to refill all holes & try not to hobby. . I will leave gates as found. I will build fires in leave any damage. . I will remove & dispose of any & all trash & designated safe places only. . I will report to the proper authorities any inlitter that I find. . I will appreciate & protect our inheritance of dividuals who enter & or remove artifacts from natural resources, wildlife & private property. federal parks or state preserves.
Cascade Treasure Club President: Jon Gentry Vice Pres. Mark Kulseth Treasurer: Ralph Shape Secretary: Matt Mechler Board: Paul Boyd Loraine Robbins Mark Jenkins John Shape Membership: Donna Shape 253-804-3513 Mail dues to: 7109 Hazel Pl. SE Auburn, WA 98092 Donations: John Beekley
[email protected] Newsletter: Ron Aldridge 206-818-2197 E-mail submissions to:
[email protected] Meetings: Second Sunday of every month 5:00 p.m. at the Highland Park Improvement Club 1116 SW Holden St., Seattle, WA (Located in West Seattle 1 mile west from the 1st Ave S. bridge) Guests Always Welcome!
CTC Labor Day Weekend Camping at Indian Flat Campground August 31 - Sept 3rd, 2012
. We will have a hunt on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. . A potluck that evening. . On going weekend games will be included. . Cost of camping will be dependant on number of campers. . Nightly fee will not exceed $10.00 per night. . Info call Jon @ 253-826-7688 or Cell: 253-670-6274. . First arrivals get choice of camping spots. . Large reserved site for members & families. . Directions To Indian Flat Campground: Indian Flat Campground is located past mile post 89 & just east of Bumping Lake Road on highway 410. This is over Chinook Pass on the right side of the road. I will have a CTC sandwich sign located just west of the turn off. The campground will be opened from approximately 10:00 am on August 31 until 12:00 noon on September 3 . Allow 1.5 To 2 hrs. travel time from the Auburn area.
PENTICTON METAL DETECTORS CLUB
Welcomes You! To a Day of Fun, finding
"Treasures in the Sand " Saturday, September 8, 2012
at Sudbury Beach on Skaha Lake, Penticton BC
Cost:
$75 for the Day !
All of this is Happening!!!! Two 30 minute morning Treasure Hunts in the sand! Lots of coins & tokens for Silver & Prizes.
Morning Coffee & Gourmet lunch with all the trimmings! BBQ Hamburgers, Desserts & Drinks at the Beach.
A Silent Auction for some Fantastic Treasures! Treasures in the Sand Chests, and real Special Prizes.
Ongoing “Token Hunt Extraordinaire” Silver Coins & prizes! Target for a Tooney. You are guaranteed to win! Every target is a prize!
45 minute Afternoon Treasure Hunt in the sand! Oodles of Silver and a whole bunch of neat things hidden in this hunt!
A Free Special draw for every Hunt Contestant Featuring a Minelab E-TRAC detector donated by MINELAB, the 2012 Primary Draw Sponsor of the Penticton Metal Detectors Club
Major Prize Tokens to be buried. Tokens for a Metal Detector & a Garrett Pro Pinpointer in each Hunt!
Come join us for dinner - Everyone Welcome! At today's Treasure Hunt we will be holding the draw for 2 fully paid round trip air flights whereever WestJet travels. Who knows, in today's Hunt you may find a token for a raffle ticket, that if selected could be whisking you and your significant other away on a flight of your choice. Each of our Hunts will have a ticket planted.
Treasures in the Sand, Skaha Lake
100% of the net proceeds of this raffle are being donated by the Penticton Metal Detectors Club to the Children's Ward of the Penticton Regional Hospital.
100% Plus! Of your entry fees go back into the hunt!
Registration sheet on reverse - please register early! For further info contact Hunt Chairman Jim Tennant at 250-770-1012 or email
[email protected]
TREASURES IN THE SAND - 2012 Treasures in the Sand will be held at Sudbury Beach, (more recently named Hully beach) located on the north shore of Skaha Lake. Bring along your lawn chairs as picnic tables may be at a premium. Washrooms are on site. The first of two morning Hunts start at 9:30 am so make sure you arrive in plenty of time to get ready. All of the coins & tokens have been tossed into the sand and will be near the surface. Scoops are allowed for all Hunts. There will be an hour break between the two morning hunts. We will have lunch at noon, where BBQ hamburgers, pastries, drinks, chips etc. will be served. Prizes for the morning hunts will be given out and we can relax, chitchat, or partake in the ongoing Token Hunt. At 2:00pm we will have the "Surprise" Treasure Hunt where all sorts of interesting goodies will be hidden. . Closing ceremonies will begin at approximately 3:30. The Silent Auction will end, we will award the major prizes and hold the drawing for the Minelab E-Trac detector. The final drawing will be for the winner of the special “West Jet Travel Tickets for Two”.
Come join us for dinner! Why cook tonight? We would be pleased to have you as our guests and join us for dinner tonite at the beach. Ham, potato salad, veggies, dinner rolls & dessert will be the bill of fare. Don't forget your lawn chair!.
Agenda 9:30 - 10:00 ........................First Hunt - First Hunt of the day for Clad coin, silver & prize tokens. 11:00 - 11:30 ........................Second Hunt - clad coin, silver & prize tokens. 12:00
.......................Lunch - Give out token prizes for hunts #1 & #2.
2:00 - 2:45 .........................Third Hunt - Clad coin, tokens for silver & "Lots of Surprises" 3:30
.........................Raffles & Closing Ceremonies. Hwy 97
From Kelowna BC Stay on Hwy 97 south into Penticton, turning right on Channel Parkway to Skaha Lake. At "T" intersection turn left. Sudbury beach and parking lot is on your right. Turn right at entrance. South Beach campground is on your left.
Kelowna
Okanagan Lake
Penticton
Nearby Motels
Princeton, & US Border
#1 Lakeside Villa #2 Waterfront Inn #3 Sunny Beach #4 Travellers Mtl. #5 Best Western
250-492-7111 250-492-8228 250-492-7114 250-493-1520 250-493-0311 #5 Airport
Hwy 97
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Sudbury Beach
#4 #3 #2
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Skaha Lake
From USA, Princeton BC Head north along Hwy 97 right into Penticton. Stay in the right hand lane as you drive along the lakeside. Go past the airport and through the next intersection. Sudbury Beach and parking lot is on your right. Turn right at entrance. South Beach campground is on your left. . Camping There are a number of Campgrounds in the vicinity that are offering off season rates. Wrights Beach Camp is on the water as you come down the hill into Penticton from the south Ph: 250-492-7120. South Beach Gardens RV Park is located directly across the street from Sudbury Beach 250-492-0628 .
Motels
Motels are plentiful in Penticton however the ones close to the lake fill up quickly on this popular weekend. Some of the closer ones are listed on the map. Remember..... time is of the essence - Book Now!
........................................................................................ Important Registration Notice We would really appreciate you helping us out, and register as soon as possible so we may plan for the Hunt Silver, Coins, Prizes and Food. Please make cheque payable to Penticton Metal Detectors Club and send to: President, Jo-Anne Birch RR1 Site 30D Comp 8, Kaleden BC V0H 1K0 Name
Email Address
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Adult $75
Guest Not Hunting
Staying for dinner? (yes/no)
Oct 27nd 2012, Registration 6-6:45pm The Cascade Treasure Club will be
hosting our 39 th annual Moonlight Hunt at Lincoln Park in West Seattle. We will be meeting at one of the picnic shelters on the south end of the park. There will be two hunts, hot beverages, fire, snacks and a raffle for some nice prizes. The first hunt will be a warm-up hunt with some tokens for prizes. Then there will be a short break, around ½ hour and the main hunt will begin with several tokens for prizes. Cost: $15.00 Members / $20.00 Non Members Pre-registration before Oct 15th earns 3 raffle tickets
Pre-registration before Oct. 15th: (earns 3 raffle tickets) $15.00 CTC Members & $20.00 Non Members Make checks to: Cascade Treasure Club
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CTC Member Yes / No
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Yes / No Mail to: Jon Gentry 20908 125th St E Bonney Lake WA. 98391 253 826 7688
For more info Contact: Matt Mechler 253 638 0210
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CASCADE TREASURE CLUB 2012 JON GENTRY
SCAVENGER HUNT
MARCH -- AUGUST 2012
1 POINT
3 POINTS
LIPSTICK TUBE 1973 PENNY RING STYLE PULL TAB CANADIAN COIN PLATED / JUNK RING POCKET KNIFE SHOTGUN SHELL RAILROAD SPIKE METAL BUTTON CIVILIAN 1919 WHEAT PENNY 1959 MEMORIAL PENNY CHUCKY CHEESE TOKEN MODERN GAME TOKEN BICYCLE NAME PLATE RUSTY TOBACCO CAN
COMPACT TANSIT TOKEN 1910-15 WHEAT PENNY CANADIAN SILVER COIN 10 K RING .925 SILVER RING BRASS PADLOCK TOOTSIE TOY MILITARY BUTTON 1934 - 40 WASH QUART 1942 MERC DIME GOOD FOR TOKEN R.R. BAGGAGE TAG AUTO HUB CAP PRE WW II TOY CAP GUN
5 POINTS
10 POINTS
14K GOLD RING INDIAN HD CENT 1890-1908 WW II S. NICKEL 1950 - 60 FRANKLIN SIL HALF TAX TOKEN WASH. STATE TAX TOKEN OTHER STATES SCOUT ITEM MILITARY DOG TAG DOG TAG 1900 -1930 LOCKET
18 K GOLD RING 1909 INDIAN HD CENT DATED STAND LIB QUART. WALKING LIB HALF BARBER HALF BARBER QUARTER 1900-12 BARBER DIME GOLD or SILVER BRACELET LIGHTER 10K-18K GOLD CROSS
20 BONUS POINTS
50 BONUS POINTS
SILVER DOLLAR SEATED HALF DOLLAR LARGE CENT U.S. ANY CC MINT COIN
GOLD COIN PRE 1850 COIN SEATED HALF DIME PLATINUM RING
ALL ITEMS TO BE FOUND IN WASHINGTON STATE- MUST BE SHOWN UNCLEANED
TOTAL POINTS OVER 225 GOOD FOR CASH PRIZE
