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Are you a treasure hunter in Manitoba, Canada? Have you recently uncovered a hidden gem or artifact that left you amazed? If so, we’d love to hear your story!

At OK John Metal Detectors, we’re passionate about the thrill of discovery and want to celebrate the amazing finds made by the metal detecting community. Whether you’ve unearthed a rare coin, a historical artifact, or a long-lost piece of jewelry, we’d love to share your adventure.

Simply email your story to info@okjohnmetaldetectors.com. Include details about your find, photos or videos, and any fun facts about your discovery. If selected, we’ll feature your story on our website and social media to inspire others and showcase the excitement of metal detecting.

Don’t wait—send us your Manitoba treasure-hunting story today!

Remonter les siècles et l’histoire du Manitoba à travers les métaux

En trois ans, Louise Racicot est devenue une «mordue» de la détection de métal.

PHOTO : RADIO-CANADA / MOHAMED-AMIN KEHEL

Louise

Long-lost ID bracelet of Scottish air force pilot found buried in Manitoba beach

Randy Gerylo found the underground stash during a recent sweep on the shores of Lake Winnipeg in the Canadian province of Manitoba.

PHOTO : Ayrshire find on the shores of Lake Winnipeg.

Randy Gerylo found a lost long bracelet

What could be hiding in your yard?

Metal-detecting treasure hunter digs deep into history.

PHOTO : Photos by Laurie Mustard / Winnipeg Free Press

What could be hiding in your yard!

Strangers Save Drowning Man

PHOTO: Patricia Paré

Yes everyone that was ME! Lol

I was saved from drowning from these two lovely people

The thrill of the hunt

Photo: Mr. Kelly  Author: Candy Irvin for the South Mountain Press

Thrill of the hunt

Detectorists link family with artifact

Author: Erin Debody Photo: John Klyzub for the Brandon Sun

 

Metal found in Brandon

Local Treasure Hunters Uncover Time Capsule

Photo: Mr. Kelly Author:Miranda Leybournes for The Brandon Sun

Thrill of the hunt

Little Digger Pop Tab Collecting for WheelChairs

Resource: LDTCA Website

Little Digger Tab Collecting Agency

Archives of Manitoba Unveils History Maps

Video: CBC News

Winnipeg map from 1700's

Manitoba’s Own MetalMan9, Roger Fontaine. A Metal Detecting Journey.

Resource: Metalman9.ca

Roger Fontaine

2023 Finds of the Year

Adam Jones

Best in Yard
Adam Jones Best in Yard

James Kirkpatrick

Most Unusual Find
James Kirkpatrick Most Unusual find

Ray Witko

Best Relic
Ray Witko Best Relic

Russ Martens

1908 22k gold ring

Best in Jewelry
Russ Martens Best Jewelry 1908 22k gold ring

Tim Halstead

1871 Queen Victoria UK Shilling

Oldest Coin
Tim Halstead 1871 Queen Victoria UK Shilling

Ray Witko

BEST Site
Ray Witko Best Site

Brett Zy Buchan

1851 British Penny

Oldest Coin
Brett Zy Buchan Oldest Coin

Braedan James Newton

Best Surface Finds
Braedan James Newton Best Surface Finds