[James Kraft]

Once everyone got signed in and settled in it was briefing time. Oom George and the team with all hands on deck stood ready to give the much needed lecture. On the table in front some old photos and tent placements dating back to the time the monument was constructed. It was awesome to hear some more facts regarding the monument and the area we where about to hunt in. It was really awesome to be able to hunt in such a historic South African venue.

[James Kraft]

Oom George telling us more of the area and using the maps for clearer understanding

[James Kraft]

During the briefing everyone was clearly pointed in the right direction with the Minelab Team Standing close at hand.

[James Kraft]

Just look at the consentration on the faces of the hunters....

[James Kraft]

Quite a few forum members was in attendance representing our great forum on this International Day.

[James Kraft]

The gathering of both hunters as well as family and friends that came along for the day......

[James Kraft]

Finaly we came to the end of the briefing and the start of the hunt. Everyone still pondering over where to scram to once the go ahead is given. Looking at Tom's face anticipation was definately in the air

[Demian (Z-X-T)]

Thank you very much for posting all those photo's James... 

[James Kraft]

Some more pics anyone??? This is where the hunt begins with hunters scattered in all wind directions, all eager to get their nicely cleaned digging equipment into the "soft soil" Man oh man can I tell you that those who have not hunted the Voortrekker Monument in 2014 was in for a  HUGE supprize!!!!! The soil was about as soft as concrete which they where about to find out. Event Tony had to make use of a rubber hammer to get the job done!!!

[James Kraft]

Although the ground was hard, at least the grass was short that made for some low and slow detecting

[James Kraft]

Is this treasure hunting or treasure seeking??? Still unable to decide at this point in time....Lol....Ahhhh, I know....Lets ask for some advise. Maybe, just maybe the right answer will come forth

[Chris Twine]

Thanks for sharing - gives us all some great insight into this wonderful event.

[James Kraft]

In the word of grand master JODA..... Dig You Must, Find You Will

[James Kraft]

If at first you don't succeed, keep going!! Coil to the soil mates

[James Kraft]

How hard can it really be (That is metal detecting obviously and not the Monument grounds - We all know how hard that is)?? Some went as far as beating around the bush while others dug and stuck to open territory