Professional Metal Detectorists?

The hobby of metal detecting is filled with people from all walks of life.  I myself am an Information Technology Professional.  To become an IT Pro, I had to go to school to learn the intricate workings of computers and software. I am a trained, certified professional in my field.  Correspondingly, teachers, nurses, doctors, dentists, have spent gobs of money on an education, not for a degree to hang on their wall, but to become skilled in their chosen profession.

Metal detecting on the other hand, requires no specialized training courses. There is no college curriculum or certification program which can be completed to achieve the title of "Professional Metal Detectorist". In fact there is no distinct talent or ability needed to engage in the hobby. Believe me, even those with horrible technique and the cheapest detectors, still manage to find amazing things and have a great time doing it!

While experience and knowledge are helpful, they are not essential. Deciphering tones and navigating trashy areas will come with time, but a new detectorist hunting a target rich location has just as much chance of finding that pot of gold as a 40 year veteran of the hobby. In fact anyone can find a pot of gold, it's bloody big and the tone will blow your ears off!

When I hear the term "Professional Detectorist" tossed around, or am accused of being one myself, I cannot help but wrinkle my nose--It's a misnomer. Calling a metal detectorist a professional is like saying a prostitute is a professional. It's a learn-as-you-go sort of thing. Sure, you may fumble around the first time or two, but eventually you'll figure it out. You can certainly hone your skills by watching and learning from others who have been doing it longer, picking up tips and techniques from videos or books, and through simple trial and error. But the more you do it and the more you learn your equipment the better you will become. It really is that simple!

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Anatomy of a Social Media Argument

How to Avoid Looking Silly

Joe was scrolling through Facebook one day when he came across a post on Carl's timeline expressing a dislike for the color pink. Joe, who absolutely LOVES pink, felt compelled to comment.

THE ISSUES:

Is Carl wrong? Since they are both stating an opinion, their feelings and preferences cannot be wrong. No matter how much Joe demands that Carl should like the color pink, he isn't likely going to change Carl's mind unless he is able to change how Carl feels. Both parties should learn to respect that others have opinions which differ from their own and let it go. Instead they choose to have an intelligent debate. However, as is so often the case online, the conversation takes an ugly turn as Joe attempts to grasp the origin of Carl's vehement dislike for the color pink.

"What is it about pink that you hate so much," Joe asks.

"Pink is a secondary color and I do not like secondary colors," Carl replies.

"Wait… Pink isn't a secondary color!" Joe demands, "It's a tint you idiot!"

PRESENTATION OF EVIDENCE:

Since pink is actually derived by mixing red and white, Joe insists that Carl is basing his opinion on incorrect facts and is therefore wrong (and apparently stupid). However, this newly gained information does not change Carl's opinion about the color.  The two men continue to debate the issue with Joe demonstrating the process of creating a "tint" and Carl providing examples of the secondary colors of light, mixing red and blue.

The two being to argue whether magenta is a shade of pink. Data is presented peppered with inflammatory memes, biased viral videos, and bogus news sources.

Neither is willing to budge.

"I don't care, I just don't like the color pink.  It's too flowery for me." Says Carl, "And I think you are dumb for liking it!"

"Flowery or not, it's still a cool color!" insists Joe, "So get bent!"

With deliberations coming straight back to opinions and feelings, two grown adults have been reduced to name calling and slinging obscenities (which makes them look completely foolish). They begin arguing over the merits of being "flowery" as others join in, taking sides and presenting their own opinions and arguments.

OUTCOME:

The two men are no longer friends.
Their friends are no longer friends.
Incorrect information is shared, further dumbing down the interwebs.
Carl still hates pink.
Joe still loves pink.

WHAT WE'VE LEARNED:

Social media is the number one perpetrator of false information.
One should always verify facts before sharing them.
Arguing on social media is an utter waste of time and makes you look silly.
xoxo Siren Kimmie (HDIC Girls Rock Metal Detecting)
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