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Hilton Head vacation.

1/26/2007 10:18:58 PM

legacyForum

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Hilton Head vacation.

I am a new fossil hunter that calls the Calvert Cliffs of Maryland home. In my MONTH of shark tooth hunting experience I have really become hooked. I have spent a good amount of time down at the beachs, and have found some good finds including my first whole Meg (2 3/8 inch, tan color). I know that Summerville is the mecca for BIG teeth but I was wondering if anybody has any suggestions for Beaufort county, a little closer to Hilton Head. I am not a diver but I am willing to get wet, dig and work hard for a chance at a nice tooth. I don't get to South Carolina that often, so I want to take full advantage of this week long opportunity. Thank you Chris

1/28/2007 2:39:06 AM

legacyForum

725 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

I should reword my question a little. I'm not trying to find anybodies specific "honey hole", but from what I have read in Dorchester county you have a real shot at getting some good teeth if you find a new ditch or pond site to hunt. River wading, digging and walking also seems to be another techinque that can produce. Will these methods also work in Beaufort county, or is it worth the 65 to 85 mile trip to the Summerville area. Thanks Chris

1/28/2007 1:40:32 PM

legacyForum

725 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

I know someone here who has gone diving down in that area and he has found some good size Megs including a 6 and 1/2 incher so I know there are plenty of teeth to be found. Try asking someone local when your there. A lot of fossil hunters won't give up there most productive spots, but they might point you in the right direction...who knows? Good Luck!!

1/28/2007 4:24:45 PM

ditchweezil

342 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

Edisto Beach is pretty close to Hilton Head. A couple of years ago da f0ssZ made a post on these forums about where and when to go.

1/28/2007 8:02:13 PM

legacyForum

725 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

Thanks for Info. I found the post about Edisto beach. Im sure I will go there one of the days, but all I do now is "beach comb". I really want to try some digging/sifting. I guess my best option will be to keep my eyes peeled for new construction sites, maybe a new golf course is going up in Hilton Head?! That would be great! Last is Eagle Creek or Dorchester Creek still worth the trip. Im sure they get hit pretty hard.

1/29/2007 2:02:09 AM

ditchweezil

342 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

I hear ya about the digging but its tough to find a spot. If you do find a place just look for smooth rocks. If you find them you'll probably find teeth too. Sifting is great and so are dorchester creek and eagle creek. They are both miles long with intermittent layer dispersed everywhere. Some areas get hit pretty hard because they are easy to get to. Those are the spots talked about on the site. They have easy places to park and are relatively tame. Plus you'll always find something there because nobody can find everythying. Look at the maps on the site, compare them with maps you can find all over the place on the net and see where some other places to hunt are. That's all you have to do and I'm sure you can find something on your trip. Good luck! - dw

1/29/2007 7:47:00 PM

legacyForum

725 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

Thanks for all the information. If I was lucky enough to find an area that I could dig, do you always use a sifter when digging, or do you dig and just rake it out or go through it with your hands?? The reason I ask is in some of the photos you have posted some of the areas where you have beem digging the dirt seems like it is pretty thick or clumpy. Would a sifter still work under those conditions, and should I make one that has at least 1/4 inch openings. I promise this is the last question. Thanks Chris

1/30/2007 5:49:45 AM

ditchweezil

342 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

The stuff does not sift out well. Its really sticky usually. I never sift unless I'm in the water. When I'm on land I dig with just a shovel. I use it to pick through the clay, sand, rock, and whatever else gets between me and the teeth.

1/30/2007 2:00:42 PM

legacyForum

725 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

Thanks again for letting me in on some of the "tricks of the trade". These are the little things that would save me two hours of experimentation in some pit. I m heading out to the cliffs this afternoon for another "lunch",hopefully this cold weather snap has kept some people away from the beaches....probably not. Chris

1/30/2007 5:27:01 PM

ditchweezil

342 posts

RE: Hilton Head vacation.

Are you kidding? Cold would never keeps away fossil hunters. If you want to find good stuff, you have to really want it.

Here's a link to a good example. I remember the weather was rainy, windy, and cold on this day.

Iron Man Fossil Hunting.

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