GeekyBeach
Metal detecting and lost item recovery
Welcome to GeekyBeach. What began as a childhood hobby grew into a lifelong passion for uncovering lost treasures and returning them to the people who cherish them. You’ll find stories and videos from my metal detecting recoveries, plus ways to support future adventures.
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Ring Recovery on Stinson Beach in California
This ring was found all thanks to GPS and some photos on the beach. I was contacted after a man lost his wedding ring on the beach. Usually when this…
Sentimental Ring Recovered in the Park
I received a call from a young lady who lost a sentimental ring that belonged to her late grandmother. It always tugs at my heartstrings when I hear from people…
Tiny Gold Ring
I had the most adorable ring finding experience last week! A hopeful dad contacted me because his daughter accidentally lost her special baby ring while playing with a friend in…
Hillside Ring Recovery
I received a call on the evening of Jan. 3, 2023 from a man whose wedding ring fell off on his property – a steep hillside home. He had searched…
A Metal Detectorist is Never Off Duty
A neighbor, Carrie, posted on the social network NextDoor that she had lost a special pendant. It had belonged to her mom and she gave some details in her post…
How Metal Detecting Supports My Career in Technology
When I’m not metal detecting, you can find me working in the field of technology. Many people who are not familiar with metal detecting think that it must mean I’m…
Is it in the trash?
In mid July, I was contacted by a couple who lives just about 15 minutes down the highway. The husband had lost his wedding band somewhere on their property, and…
Claddagh Ring Recovered in Alameda, California
Trevor contacted me about losing a special anniversary ring on Robert Crown Memorial Beach in Alameda, California on June 6, 2022. It was a Claddagh ring – a traditional Irish…
Beach Search
Someone lost something on the beach, and the tide is coming in. Walk the sand, listen for the beep, and dig before the water takes it. A new item every day — post your time when you find it.
