... Lots of state land and National Forest around here, ...
Mglvr, it's been a few years since I was last in AZ. But whenever I've there, have never had any problems. You cite NFS , for example: There is no prohibition in NFS. In fact, there's an express ALLOWANCE (beats the heck out of mere silent-on-the-issue ). If you need the link, let me know.
The only thing that might kick in is ARPA . Ie.: you can look for modern stuff, nuggets, etc... Ok, so just avoid obvious historic sensitive monuments. But quite frankly ... if you're in the middle of nowhere ..... then ......
As for state , did you mean state parks ? Because there are different types of state land (just as there are different types of fed land). Ie.: not all state land is state PARK land. And BTW: I see from the FMDAC website (which has state-by-state park's listing), that ....... even though that list is often just the dubious "safe" answer, yet it as a distinct "yes allowed" on their listing. Can't click on it now, to see the full expanded version (something's down on their website).
But , like fed: Just avoid obvious historic sensitive monuments. Don't waltz through an archaeologist convention traipsing over beach blankets, etc...
Kind of an old thread, but thought I'd post something since I'm next to you in San Tan Valley. I'm concerned about where to metal detect as well. Lots of state land and National Forest around here, but I believe both have restrictions on using a metal detector. A few years since your initial post - where have you been detecting since then? Any suggestions or advice? Places to avoid? Thank you. Bill in STV
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Hey there Mr. Central Cal.... you're not thinking of crossing the SB line are you? Maybe, Uncle Vito needs a phone call to break some knuckles to remind certain someones about that line!
Greg
I will be back in AZ in the middle of December. I know a spot you can get out and find Calvary bullets and possible casing circa 1880. If you are interested shoot me a PM.
Thank you, archer - pm sent. Bullets and casings are very interesting to me. I dug a Remington UMC "5 in 1" casing in the Tonto National Forest recently. Research tells me that these were blank cartridges specifically manufactured for Western movies many years ago. With so many westerns having been filmed in that area, it gets you wondering when that cartridge was fired, by whom, and in possibly what movie. Look forward to hearing from you!