HANOVER — Jeff Pike, of Newport, left, and Michael Descoteau, of Enfield Center, take a brief break to check in with each other while using their metal detectors in Hanover on Aug. 6.
They have been metal detecting for 30 years all over New England. They also pan for gold.
Descoteau said that one of the most critical aspects of the hobby is being respectful, asking permission, and always covering the space where they discover items.