Treasure Hunter's Code of Ethics

Treasure Hunter's
Code of Ethics


Waybill To Adventure endorses the Treasure Hunter's Code Of Ethics as found in many locations on the Internet, who are respected entities in this field.


  • I WILL respect private property and do no treasure hunting without the owner's permission.

  • I WILL fill all excavations.

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

  • I WILL use thoughtfulness, consideration, and courtesy at all times.

  • I WILL build fires in designated or safe places only.

  • I WILL leave gates as found.

  • I WILL remove and properly dispose of any trash that I find.

  • I WILL NOT litter.

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

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


And, we would add these to the list. From several TH'ing sites, we've gleaned these additional observations and/or re-wording of the above:
  • Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.

  • All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set. Always obtain permission before searching any site. Be extremely careful with your probing, picking up and discarding of trash, and ALWAYS COVER YOUR HOLES!

  • The main code of ethic: DON'T TAKE THE HOBBY TOO SERIOUSLY... HAVE FUN!


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