Who we are
We are dedicated to the hobby of metal detecting and to the promotion of
responsible participation in detecting.
History
Eureka! Treasure Hunter’s Club was begun over 30 years ago in 1973 by a metal
detecting shop owner to bring together people in the Denver area who were interested
in the hobby. The club has evolved over the years into more of a social organization that
encourages ethical detecting practices, historical research and community involvement.
Members look forward to monthly meetings as a lively atmosphere in which to share
information, display recent finds and gain new techniques or knowledge. Diverse and
interesting, monthly hunts take place as a competition for members, and often guests,
to “show their stuff” in a spirit of camaraderie and fellowship.
While the primary goal of the club is to encourage the enjoyment of the hobby among
its members, Eureka! also has provided support to the community through a Physical
Evidence Recovery Team, Historical Artifact Recovery Team and charitable contributions
to several non-profit organizations.
Club Slogan
Search with Care
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Mission
Eureka! was formed
- to provide fellowship among all members
- to encourage fellowship with other organizations with similar interests
- to be of service to the community, including law enforcement agencies and
historical societies
- to promote proper search and recovery methods
- to preserve our heritage
- to leave all property in as good or better condition than it was when we
arrived
- to promote goodwill and understanding with all property owners, overseers,
and caretakers
- to lobby for or against any pending legislation that would affect our hobby.
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Logo Items
Items bearing the Eureka! name, such as embroidered
patches and caps, are periodically available. The current patch is the third
design offered. These items may be obtained from the club treasurer, as
available.
Each member receives a name badge (circular "button" type)
as part of their original membership application fee. These buttons identify
their recipients as a member of the club. These badges also are used as entry
into various drawings, such as the Membership Attendance Drawing at the monthly
meeting. Lost name badge buttons have a replacement cost of $5.
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Bylaws
The bylaws of the Eureka! club are available on this
site. To apply for membership, prospective members must agree to respect and
abide by the club's bylaws and Treasure Hunter's Code of Ethics as a condition of
membership.
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