I WILL respect private property & do no treasure hunting without the owner’s permission.

I WILL fill all excavations.

I WILL appreciate & protect our heritage of natural resources, wildlife & private property.

I WILL use thoughtfulness, consideration & courtesy at all times.

I WILL build fires in designated or safe places only.

I WILL leave gates as found.

I WILL remove & properly dispose of any trash that I find.

I WILL respect private & public property, all historical & archeological sites, and will do no metal detecting on these lands without proper permission.

I WILL keep informed on & obey all laws, regulations, & ruled governing federal, state & local public lands.

I WILL observe the "Golden Rule," using outdoor manners & conducting myself at all times in a manner that will add to the stature & public image of all people engaged in the field of metal detecting.

I WILL NOT litter.

I WILL NOT destroy property, buildings, or what is left of ghost towns & deserted structures.

I WILL NOT tamper with signs, structural facilities, or equipment.