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Chch Club hunt this Sunday......

number8wire		Posted : Thursday, 8 November 2012 2:06:49 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 10/06/2012(UTC) Posts: 1,175 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 913 times Was thanked: 880 time(s) in 425 post(s)		Hey guys, after the meeting last month it was agreed that we'd do a trip out to Chrispy and Poohbears not-so-secret spot this coming Sunday. Are people still up for this?....I know I am! Happy to offer my vechicle for carpooling if need too. I'm keen for a fairly early start, as I'm usually up with the sparrows.
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expat		Posted : Thursday, 8 November 2012 6:28:38 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 26/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 499 Location: Rangiora Thanks: 49 times Was thanked: 91 time(s) in 76 post(s)		Was going to PM you and obtain a phone number this evening Andy, if you could oblige that would help. Jason is making his own way in as is Chrispy. Will try to get hold of the others presently, certainly a car share idea would work for me.
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Nugget-Hunter		Posted : Thursday, 8 November 2012 9:16:27 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 18/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 74 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 58 times Was thanked: 52 time(s) in 20 post(s)		I am definitely keen to come along, got me own transport and a spare seat if need it.

expat		Posted : Thursday, 8 November 2012 9:36:20 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 26/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 499 Location: Rangiora Thanks: 49 times Was thanked: 91 time(s) in 76 post(s)		Whats you new number Pete, I only have the old 9883 number.
		My greatest fear is that when I die my wife will sell my collection for what I told her it cost me.

scotlad		Posted : Thursday, 8 November 2012 10:17:56 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Flake Groups: Registered Joined: 8/05/2012(UTC) Posts: 12 Location: NZ Thanks: 11 times Was thanked: 1 time(s) in 1 post(s)		Hi, I'm not a member of the club but have been using the forum for the last year while traveling round NZ (I'm Scottish) I'm in Chch now and I have just sold my van(I think!) and might be flying to Auckland on Sunday depending on when we get the cash but if i'm around and there is a spare seat going I would love to come along. if its a members only thing then that's understandable. I only need a gothic florin to complete my NZ/UK silver collection and have only 4 weeks left! cheers

nzpoohbear40		Posted : Thursday, 8 November 2012 11:13:17 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 14/07/2011(UTC) Posts: 1,482 Location: Matura Thanks: 26 times Was thanked: 384 time(s) in 329 post(s)		Ok guys....the hunt is on weather permitting...i myself am heading out at about 630 am...i am meeting up with expat (simon) at a designated area and then follow me out...for those of you that have either mine or simonds phn number you can txt us and we will tell you were to meet us...we will be leaving this meeting place no later than 7am as we would like to be there by about 8ish..
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Nugget-Hunter		Posted : Friday, 9 November 2012 8:40:52 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 18/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 74 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 58 times Was thanked: 52 time(s) in 20 post(s)		Hi Expat, txt me if you need a lift. 021 02755258

expat		Posted : Friday, 9 November 2012 8:48:11 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 26/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 499 Location: Rangiora Thanks: 49 times Was thanked: 91 time(s) in 76 post(s)		I'm ok I think pete but heres my number in case we need to rethink things nearer the time.... 0220769026
		My greatest fear is that when I die my wife will sell my collection for what I told her it cost me.

Richie 8083		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 9:30:43 AM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Dust Groups: Registered Joined: 3/11/2012(UTC) Posts: 2 Location: christchurch		Hi guys I keen to come over here is my number if someone can txt me the meeting spot and time, or can meet you all over there. Thanks Richie 0211121759

Foiled again		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 10:26:55 AM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 10/04/2012(UTC) Posts: 861 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 459 times Was thanked: 251 time(s) in 192 post(s)		It's guna be low tide around 8 or 9am and I'm keen on a bit of a beach hunt around there too so if anyone's keen chuck ya gumboots in as well!! I might drag myself up early and try the little beach at Charteris bay. I gave it a go the other day and found a buck! And 2c but that mighta been my test coin as I'm green as with beach hunting and manual ground balancing etc hoho
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oroplata		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 1:23:59 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered, Moderators Joined: 16/06/2011(UTC) Posts: 1,040 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 23 times Was thanked: 211 time(s) in 152 post(s)		We might have to think about limiting the number on the park at one time. If we have too many people digging holes in one spot, the locals might get a bit perturbed. How many are coming?
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Foiled again		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 2:14:38 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 10/04/2012(UTC) Posts: 861 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 459 times Was thanked: 251 time(s) in 192 post(s)		Yep we don't wanna look like we're trashing the place in big numbers but I'm happy to go hunting in obscure spots. Prolly judge the best call when we're there and see how it looks
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expat		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 3:52:36 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 26/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 499 Location: Rangiora Thanks: 49 times Was thanked: 91 time(s) in 76 post(s)		Yeah good call, there will be quite a few bodies on the day so may have to be careful about looking too crowded!!
		My greatest fear is that when I die my wife will sell my collection for what I told her it cost me.

oroplata		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 4:10:08 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered, Moderators Joined: 16/06/2011(UTC) Posts: 1,040 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 23 times Was thanked: 211 time(s) in 152 post(s)		Bring hiviz jackets and we'll rope the area off with "warning: possible gas leak" tape.
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Ash_T		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 4:11:13 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 17/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 219 Location: Nth Canterbury Thanks: 138 times Was thanked: 28 time(s) in 25 post(s)		If the numbers haven't hit the limit yet, Id be keen to tag along and get out for a morning trip :) Keep forgetting about the Sunday night meetings! grr!
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expat		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 4:23:04 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 26/03/2012(UTC) Posts: 499 Location: Rangiora Thanks: 49 times Was thanked: 91 time(s) in 76 post(s)		Originally Posted by: oroplata Bring hiviz jackets and we'll rope the area off with "warning: possible gas leak" tape. Been there and done it on a couple of nocturnal bottle digs. Am happy to advise if needed.
		My greatest fear is that when I die my wife will sell my collection for what I told her it cost me.

nzpoohbear40		Posted : Saturday, 10 November 2012 11:04:23 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 14/07/2011(UTC) Posts: 1,482 Location: Matura Thanks: 26 times Was thanked: 384 time(s) in 329 post(s)		the park is a decent size...just looked on google earth...bigger area than i have seen so we should be fine..as long as not everyone in a 10 foot square area..lol
		Chris - Fisher Dealer http://www.puiakisupply.co.nz/

madsonicboating		Posted : Tuesday, 13 November 2012 11:41:16 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 21/03/2011(UTC) Posts: 674 Thanks: 187 times Was thanked: 157 time(s) in 127 post(s)		Originally Posted by: expat Originally Posted by: oroplata Bring hiviz jackets and we'll rope the area off with "warning: possible gas leak" tape. Been there and done it on a couple of nocturnal bottle digs. Am happy to advise if needed. sounds fun too...any cool bottles? also...i can definitly see council issues in the future caused by large meets causing damage or at least being noticed by the wrong people...could pay to shoot back say 1 or 2 days later and check to see if any holes need re-stomping..ive noticed some old holes "swell" a wee bit sometimes. ya's might have to tell ppl it's a community cleanup looking for junkies needles to keep the parks safe lol Edited by user Tuesday, 13 November 2012 11:45:38 PM(UTC) \| Reason: editing
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tonznz		Posted : Friday, 16 November 2012 6:21:45 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Medals: Groups: Registered Joined: 20/07/2011(UTC) Posts: 667 Thanks: 261 times Was thanked: 199 time(s) in 152 post(s)		I've noticed some divots swell too and I've restomped some old plugs some days later.

oroplata		Posted : Friday, 16 November 2012 7:50:34 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered, Moderators Joined: 16/06/2011(UTC) Posts: 1,040 Location: Christchurch Thanks: 23 times Was thanked: 211 time(s) in 152 post(s)		On the group hunt, while going over pre-hunted territory, I noticed that some people must be digging down on an angle rather than straight down. This is a big no-no because the only thing holding the plug down is gravity, and because the plug is a upside down pyramid or cone, the weight is a lot less too. You have to dig STRAIGHT DOWN with your shovel/trowel/knife. That means that when you put the plug back in, you have to stomp down on it to make it fit, and the friction of the straight walls helps keep the plug in the ground, even when a mower goes over top. Inverted pyramid/cone plugs do not stay in the ground very well. PLEASE stop doing them. Edited by user Friday, 16 November 2012 8:20:38 PM(UTC) \| Reason: Not specified
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