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
3 жыл бұрын
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
@sonnydigs1
11 жыл бұрын
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..
@jeffwilkes4508
10 жыл бұрын
Beau . Good tips on what to look for in a river crossing ! Thanks for sharing .
@treasurefacts2654
11 жыл бұрын
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.
@steveculbert4039
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful footage under water.
@superbee
11 жыл бұрын
Dig all of your videos....really inspiring to see where you go and what you find..keep it up!
@MustangFastback
12 жыл бұрын
You are quickly becoming my favorite youtube channel! Keep em up, AC!
@vivicamoore
11 жыл бұрын
beautiful place.
@srowesmith
10 жыл бұрын
I love metal detecting
@gregorylarsson7795
5 жыл бұрын
Same
@MajWMartin
10 жыл бұрын
That trap is a Triumph made between 1913 and 1933. Some of those in good shape are worth some serious money to collectors.
@manVSgoldNorthToAlaska
12 жыл бұрын
Great info! Thank you Aqua!
@susanhamilton1922
5 жыл бұрын
Neat place... Good day... Thanks for sharing....👍👍👍👍
@TheSIeepyhouse
Жыл бұрын
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.
@MadisonMainedetecting
12 жыл бұрын
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.
@treasurehuntingscotlandmud9340
2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video
@jackbeltane
12 жыл бұрын
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.
@Kai-kn9hv
9 жыл бұрын
I would love to do this but in Australia there are crocs everywhere ): 😂
@620john620
5 жыл бұрын
Take a friend with a big gun.
@shanewhite640
4 жыл бұрын
Dont worry they wont be detectable, lol, be safe
@rickvandenberg60
4 жыл бұрын
Only crocs in the northern part of Australia.
@MrKelso159
11 жыл бұрын
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 !!!
@getreal1702
3 жыл бұрын
damn you was a way younger man back then.
@Seeds-Of-The-Wayside
4 жыл бұрын
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!
@jimcolvin6794
7 жыл бұрын
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
4 жыл бұрын
Did you ever save up the money for a detector?
@normanhirtle3180
9 жыл бұрын
Great info on how to look for fords TYVM GL & HH
@dwayneclark9105
9 жыл бұрын
thanks beau,I know some french names but yours had me stumpped
@eldiltri
9 жыл бұрын
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
8 жыл бұрын
exacto hermano a eso me refiero por que aqui nadie le interesa la historia ni buscar asi que yo se que hay muchas cosas
@chip5256
3 жыл бұрын
Interesting you’re using the non-waterproof Garrett pinpointer in the water
@Squeakyman767
12 жыл бұрын
Thank you this is very helpful :)
@52969RST
12 жыл бұрын
Great video Aqua!!! Whats the biggest differance between the ATPRO and ATGOLD?
@h.a.mstudios1183
7 жыл бұрын
What Maps do you use to look at it 100 years ago?
@skylane1829
11 жыл бұрын
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
@VoyagesNow
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video
@Squeakyman767
12 жыл бұрын
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
@MustangFastback
12 жыл бұрын
I live in York, PA and work in Baltimore. I'd love to go on a hunt with you sometime next year!
@DRewlewis43
10 жыл бұрын
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?
@digginsouth9259
11 жыл бұрын
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:)
@WhatsNextAmy
7 жыл бұрын
Look how young you are!
@tuckerdave1
9 жыл бұрын
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
@805DigDug
11 жыл бұрын
nice hunt man keep it up! GL and HH!
@johnayscue8935
6 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your video's. What camera would you recommend for someone wanting to video their hunts? Thanks.
@Mojosmind
12 жыл бұрын
Are you using your hat camera?...I made one after watching your video...it works well.
@metaldetectingvids6462
9 жыл бұрын
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
@greatscotmagic
8 жыл бұрын
! 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
6 жыл бұрын
20 feet? Watch out for currents.
@digginsouth9259
11 жыл бұрын
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.
@Poopismism
7 жыл бұрын
Willing to share the area you are in? I live in North Carolina and just starting out. Need some places to begin.
@andrewwurtzberger6149
8 жыл бұрын
Hey I enjoy your videos keep it up
@m230042
11 жыл бұрын
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?
@albionhustler9836
11 жыл бұрын
Ever come close to putting your hand in a trap? Just curious. As it seems you find these quite often.
@1976smell
11 жыл бұрын
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.
@JJohnson165
11 жыл бұрын
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.
@Squeakyman767
12 жыл бұрын
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 :)
@7dave2ful
11 жыл бұрын
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.
@john3Lee
12 жыл бұрын
Thanks....
@indysteve182002
10 жыл бұрын
How'd u used the pinpointer underwater? Did u tape the hole?
@NFHRR
12 жыл бұрын
great video!!
@Hornbush
12 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Very informative. Hornbush.
@vickihastings9423
10 жыл бұрын
Are you talking about an old rusted automobile or a fjord rolm
@vickihastings9423
10 жыл бұрын
***** 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.
@MrKelso159
11 жыл бұрын
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 !
@Loganeffecto
11 жыл бұрын
Great vid, I'm always jealous of fellow detectors that live in a state over 100 years old lol :/
@RustyHaloMetalDetecting
9 жыл бұрын
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
9 жыл бұрын
+Beau Ouimette my boy and I found our first ford yesterday! I saw this video today and thought is watch it again. thanks!
@linkbloodelf9833
5 жыл бұрын
I found some horseshoes in a river... that a good chance there might be some alright stuff around?
@PeepsincHiker
11 жыл бұрын
Those "broken horse shoes" are actually oxen shoes.
@digginsouth9259
11 жыл бұрын
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?
@randlerichardson5826
6 жыл бұрын
Coil spring trap jump trap
@jasonjackson6161
5 жыл бұрын
How strong is that magnet on the end of your stick?
@MrRealworld66
10 жыл бұрын
How do you find these old river bottom ford crossings in our own states
@aden102298
11 жыл бұрын
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.
@rickvandenberg60
4 жыл бұрын
Only crocs in the northern part of australia
@sandsifter149
12 жыл бұрын
Did you find any Chryslers also..??
@databaseexpert
10 жыл бұрын
no finds? Oh man! That sucks! :D
@nicholasj7860
9 жыл бұрын
***** A bad day fishing is still better than a good day at work.
@jonathanchancey3908
11 жыл бұрын
Beau, I live in Alabama and wanted to know how to go about getting ford information in my state. Any suggestions?
@targetedinmaryland2850
6 жыл бұрын
Minnows hid in that grass in the water.
@ludlowfalls8856
7 жыл бұрын
Where do you find the old maps?
@CurlyQLink
11 жыл бұрын
Don't you worry about "critters" in the water who may want to get to know you better?
@Moklava
4 жыл бұрын
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.👏👏👏👏
@mbktenterprisesllc4428
6 жыл бұрын
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.
@madmanover9000
7 жыл бұрын
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
7 жыл бұрын
It's just a river, pretty much legal, since it belongs to the state....public access.
@christopheryork1926
5 жыл бұрын
I wanna get a new detector in 2019
@emmasimms5395
5 жыл бұрын
Number 67, October 2019
@roberteverman4929
7 жыл бұрын
I have metal detected for two years to watch a bunch of your videos to realize I didn't know much..
@origamibyameer6719
9 жыл бұрын
What pick do you have?
@randylemay8964
6 жыл бұрын
can you go in rivers without a metal detector I am here in ma
@Metrorenovationsandmore
5 жыл бұрын
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
6 жыл бұрын
Where’s the advice to hunting rivers?
@MTPatriot1787
4 жыл бұрын
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!
@paulstevens2839
6 жыл бұрын
Im looking for a Chevy
@panhandlesharkteeth7910
8 жыл бұрын
You find any fossil sharkteeth in there?
@digginsouth9259
11 жыл бұрын
In dirt.lol dang auto correct
@ThelifeandtimesofBarneyTaylor
4 жыл бұрын
Why did they call it a ford ?
@dwayneclark9105
9 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your vids, how do you pronounce your last name..
@johnbrown8059
8 жыл бұрын
+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
7 жыл бұрын
Aquachigger I am going through the process of creating a new one. I have a great day. I have a
@nervousstranger
11 жыл бұрын
Carry your junk out with you! Liter bug!
@adamcarter6862
7 жыл бұрын
ford, fix or repair daily.
@sandsifter149
12 жыл бұрын
Screw hunting under a sewer outfall dude...What are you thinking..???
@TheCBoyz92
11 жыл бұрын
for a water proof cam get a go pro
@DarkloudInc
11 жыл бұрын
dude... you dont leave crap like that just laying around. . stuff like that gives Prospector's a bad name.. shame on you dude.
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