Your *most important* piece of advice in MD'ing

[homefire]

Wayne has it right! Don't make or let it be work! I hate work. Let it be relaxing and fun. Invite the kids, Wife and any and all to enjoy!

[NiagracountyNY]

Know how to use your machine and Go SLOW..Dont rush or u will miss alot of the good stuff.

[bluedevil]

Don't give up if you can't find your target in the hole. Something is there, it just might be deeper than you thought.

[slingshot]

Most people rely on the one in their hand and forget about the ones between their ears. By being observant with your eyes as well, it is possible to even beat the finds with your metal detector-and they can be used when the one in your hand is resting at home!

[reaction]

what i learned this year is dont hunt alone if all possible never know what will happen to you.. It could be your last!!!

[icewater]

Always be ready to go. Keep your tools pouch and knee pads ready to go in a bag with spare batteries. If you travel take it with you and never pass up a chance to hunt. Ice

[john65803]

Be aware of your surroundings. When wearing headphones you cant hear whats going on around you.

[Buster]

I will also add another...If you have a feeling that you should hunt...say over there, then hunt over there...Go with your Gut feeling...That little voice is trying to tell you something..This has worked for me a whole bunch of times...Also works the other way also..if the little voice says to get out or don't hunt there..., you better leave...Buster.....

[jjames]

Originally Posted by GStiles

Do NOT wear steel-toed boots (especially with a sensitive machine like the Explorer SE)

Seems obvious in hindsight but at the time I was very perplexed.

George

THAT explains the disappearing targets from Saturday. LOL Thanks for the tip..I'm new to the hobby and feel like an idiot. I never thought about the boots.

Everyone is giving great advice, thanks to all.