Treasure Hunters Code of Ethics |
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| 1. | Always check your state and local laws before searching. It's your responsibility to know the law. |
| 2. | Abide by the laws, ordinances or regulations that may govern your search. |
| 3. | Never trespass, always obtain permission prior to entering private property, mineral claims or under water leases. |
| 4. | Do not damage, deface, destroy, or vandalize property (including deserted buildings) never tamper with any equipment of any type. |
| 5. | Never litter, always pack out what you take in and remove all trash dug in your search. |
| 6. | Fill in holes, regardless of how remote the location, and never dig in damaging ways. |
| 7. | Do not build fires or park in non-designated or restricted areas. |
| 8. | Leave all gates closed behind you and land as originally found. |
| 9. | Never contaminate wells, creeks, or any other water supplies. |
| 10. | Be courteous, considerate, and thoughtful at all times. |
| 11. | Report the discovery of any items of historical significance to your local historical society or museums. |
| 12. | Uphold all finders, search and salvage agreements whether written or oral. |
| 13. | Promote responsible historic research and artifact recovery, and the sharing of this knowledge with others. |
