Im in Newton and have had mine for 4 months. My advice is what ive learned from others here is you have just spend the time digging. I looked at all the youtube videos i could find and then cane back here for any info on unique situations. Look for goes4ever , nebtrac, cutaplug, earthmansurfer69,dirtfishing. On Facebook, look for a group "metal detecting Massachusetts". Where are you located? Find a local club to get tips from non etrac users. Throw me message and i can always call you.