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1 Page 1 of 5 Newsletter Title June 2015 Finds of the Month Ralph Shape With sadness we report that Ralph Shape, long-term member and current Treasurer of the Club recently passed away. We send our sympathies to Judie and the rest of Ralph s family. You may pass on your condolences in the Seattle Times Guest Book at this link: In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Museum of Flight or your favorite charity. Regular club business Membership dues: ($25 individual, $30 family) 2015 dues must be paid by June 30, 2015 to be eligible for July meeting contests. Joys and Concerns: Ralph Shape and Marsha Boyd s mother both passed away. Awards: The Jug of Hope, worth $11 would have been won by Lacy Gehrke, had she been present. The Silver Dollar raffle was won by Gary Clark. The AOK was not awarded. The NoNo was awarded to Jack Davis for spilling his Slurpee (though he did clean it up). Correspondence: PSTHC Lenny Phay Hunt, August 1, Reber Ranch, Kent Miner s Ralley, August 21-23, Liberty OTHC Treasures in the Sand Hunt, September 11-12, Penticton BC Chelan County Fairgrounds Hunt, September 19, Cashmere WMDA Picnic and hunt, September 20, Mason Lake OPTH Silvery Moon Hunt, September 26, Bremerton Kitsap Fairgrounds Vancouver Island Outing: Rick Razor is coordinating a no-host outing to Vancouver Island August 27 th through the 30 th. Information is provided toward the end of the newsletter. Finds of the month totals Gary Clark Ron Aldridge Mark Jenkins Rick Razor Mark Kulseth Phil Hoover Sue Kaas Joe Sacco Jon Gentry Jack Davis The club plaque, pictured above, has been hidden again. Clues so far are: 1. Eat some lutefisk and ride the zipline 2. Nestled between two boats; look to the mountain from the throne

2 Welcome new members: None this month Dates to Remember Club Hunt Cancelled due to holiday Board Meeting July 14, 7:00 PM Dave s Diner Club Meeting July 19, 5:00 PM Highland Park Improvement Club Cookies by Rick Razor and Jack Davis Subject of the Month Military Buttons Club meetings now held from 5:00 to 7:30 PM on the third Sunday of each month. Chairs and tables must be clean and stored at the end of each club meeting. Gold, platinum and silver testing and value assessment: At each meeting, Matt Mechler and Jon Gentry have a gram scale and diamond tester, and Ron Aldridge can Page 2 of 5 test gold and silver. Ron can also help with markings and hallmarks. Scavenger Hunt Contest: The new hunt continues until the October meeting. The new hunt list can be found at the back of this newsletter. Web site: Please forward changes and updates to Sue Kaas smkaas@msn.com. Club hats and patches: Both are available at club meetings. Patches are $8 and hats are $15. Selling table: The table is available for members to bring items they wish to sell or trade. No used appliances or cars are allowed. Members who bring items must remove them at the end of the meeting. Gold coin raffle: A new raffle started, and will continue until all tickets are sold. Subject of the Month for June: None due to low Father s Day attendance. June Club Hunt: Cancelled Detecting on public land: Always check with city, county, state or other websites for current metal detecting regulations before you go. Washington State Parks Metal Detecting pamphlet and web site answers many questions about which state parks are open and where to hunt. Check out their web site for more information: Reminder: Most grassy areas are too dry for digging. Unless it s a well-watered park, limit digging to woods or dirt areas. Activity fees for non-members: $15 for club activities, $12 for hunts only. Nickel hunt game: Three silver quarters were awarded for coins found the prior month. Game rules are: Nickels must be found with a metal detector. For every 5 nickels submitted by a club member, a silver quarter will be awarded. Nickels are accepted on a first come, first served basis when you find a needed nickel, Sue Kaas at smkaas@msn.com to record your find then bring your nickels to the next club meeting. Pop can tab collection: In support of Ronald McDonald House, the club will be collecting pop tabs at club hunts and meetings. One raffle ticket will be given for every 10 tabs donated by club members. Tabs will be sent to a fellow detectorist, who will provide coins in exchange. Once the coins are received, raffle tickets will be drawn to win the coins. Club growth: The CTC is always looking for new members. Ideas for new activities, ways to help our community or to promote our hobby are always welcomed. Food Bank donations: Donations are needed all year long to support local food banks. It is suggested that each member bring at least one can of food to each meeting. Please ensure the items are unopened and not past their pull dates. Activity List: Consider how you might support activities in Subject of the Month for July: Bring your military buttons to share with the group. Cookies for July: Cookies for the July meeting will be provided by Rick Razor and Jack Davis. Upcoming Club Activities Club Picnic at Lake Wilderness: August 9 th Camping at Indian Flat: September 4 th through the 7 th Surf and Sand at Alki Beach: September 12 th Camping at Pacific Beach: October 2 nd through the 4 th Moonlight Hunt at Lincoln Park: October 24 th

3 Page 3 of 5 Newsletter Title Thanks: A special thanks to the businesses that support and provide donations to our hobby and events: Jeffery Sarvis, Treasure Dude Detectors, Bryan Geraghty, Northgate Coins, June Finds of the Month Summary 4 pts Dateless Standing Liberty Quarter Rick Razor 4 pts 1901 Peoria Corn Carnival Medallion Sue Kaas 3 pts 1911-S Barber Dime Phil Hoover 3 pts 14K Gold Ring with 4 Diamonds Tom Evenson 2 pts 1893 Indian Head Penny Gary Clark 3 pts 10K Gold Ring Phil Hoover 1 pt 1949-D Roosevelt Dime Mark Kulseth 3 pts 10K Gold Class Ring Gary Clark 1 pt 1937 Wheat Penny Tom Evenson 2 pts 10 K Gold Woman's Earring Rick Razor 2 pts 12K Gold Filled Ring Mark Kulseth 2 pts.925 Heart Locket Jack Davis 4 pts 1869 Russian 2 Kopek Mark Kulseth 4 pts 1904 Buster Brown Shoe Company Ad Plate Gary Clark 3pts 1930 Panama Quarter Phil Hoover 3 pts Late 1800s to Early 1900s Woman's Belt Buckle Phil Hoover 2 pts Canadian Dollar Gary Clark 2 pts Summit Inn Stevens Pass Luck Token Rick Razor 1 pt Mexican 1 Peso Rick Razor 1 pt Padlock Mark Kulseth 1 pt Canadian 1 Dollar Tom Evenson 1 pt Monorail # Futuristic Car Carol Collins 1 pt Vashon Island Soccer Referee Coin Tom Evenson Treasure Hunter s Code of Ethics I WILL always check federal, state, county and local laws before searching. It is my responsibility to know the law I WILL respect private property and will not enter private property without the owner s permission. Where possible, such permission will be in writing. I WILL take care to refill all holes and try not to leave any damage. I WILL remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter that I find. I WILL appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property. I WILL as an ambassador for the hobby, use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times. I WILL work to help bring unity to our hobby by working with any organization of any geographic area that may have problems that will limit their ability to peacefully pursue the hobby. I WILL leave gates as found. I WILL build fires in designated or safe places only. I WILL report to the proper authorities any individuals who enter and or remove artifacts from federal parks or state preserves. President: Vice President: Treasurer: Secretary: Board Members: Sergeant at Arms Membership: Mail dues to: Newsletter: submissions to: Meetings: Mark Kulseth Mark Jenkins Ralph Shape Joe Sacco Loraine Robbins Garry Robbins Jon Gentry Sue Kaas John Shape Donna Shape Hazel Pl. S.E. Auburn, WA Sue Kaas smkaas@msn.com Third Sunday of each month 5 PM at the Highland Park Improvement club 1116 S.W. Holden St., Seattle Located in West Seattle 1 mile west of the 1 st Ave. S. bridge. Guests are always welcome!

4 Page 4 of D 1938 S 1939 D 1942 D 1942 S 1943 D 1944 D 1945 D 1946 S 1948 S 1949 D 1949 S S 1951 D 1951 S 1952 D D P Game Rules: Nickels must be found with a metal detector. For every 5 nickels submitted by a club member, a silver quarter will be awarded. Nickels are accepted on a first come, first served basis when you find a needed nickel, Sue Kaas at smkaas@msn.com to record your find then bring your nickel to the next club meeting. An updated list of needed nickels will be available at club meetings and distributed in the monthly newsletter. No Host Outing - Vancouver Island August 27 th 30 th Everyone is welcome! Expected activities include: Low tide hunting on a beach where silver has been found Areas with lots of history Great grass hunting Large parks School grounds An old dump area for diggers Cities included are: Duncan Nanaimo Courtenay Comox Some areas are expected to be virgin ground Don t forget you will need a passport or an upgraded driver s license For more information, contact Rick Razor at

5 OPEN COINS CASCADE TREASURE CLUB 2015 NAME SCAVENGER HUNT MAY - OCTOBER ALL ITEMS [1] POINT EXCEPT BONUS [3] POINT ITEMS RED PULL TAB WHEAT PENNY SUSPENDER PIECE 1909 WHEAT PENNY ROSEBUSH TAG INDIAN HD PENNY DOOR KNOB PLATE SILVER WAR NICKEL PLATED / JUNK RING V NICKEL HOSE NOZZLE BUFFALO NICKEL RIFLE CASING / CARTRIDGE BARBER DIME AX HEAD MERCURY DIME METAL BUTTON MILITARY ROSIE DIME PORCELAIN / GLASS BUTTON STAND LIB QUARTER W/ DATE RAIL ROAD SPIKE BICENTENNIAL QUARTER SQUARE NAIL PRE 1900 BARBER HALF COPPER WIRE WALKER HALF BICYCLE NAME PLATE KENNEDY HALF TOY CAP GUN CHINESE CACHE COIN POCKET KNIFE CANADIAN SILVER COIN DOG TAG DATED CANADIAN LOONEY SCOUT ITEM CANADIAN LG CENT TAX TOKEN WASH. STATE MEXICIAN COIN GAME TOKEN BRITISH COIN SEATTLE TRANSIT HALF MOON TOKEN SPANISH REALE GOOD FOR TOKEN OTHER PRE 1960 FOREIGN COIN BRASS SCREW/ NAIL WASHINGTON STATE QUARTER TOOTSIE TOY SEATED US DIME OR QUARTER LEAD TOY 1973 US DIME JEWELRY ITEMS ENTERED ARE FOR PREVIOUS MONTHS DETECTING.925 0R STERLING ITEM 1 st place winner is outright 10K JEWELRY ITEM 2 nd & 3 rd place will be drawn 14K ITEM from all participant entries. 18 K GOLD RING BRACELET GOLD CHAIN COIN PURSE WATCH BONUS 3 POINT ITEMS GOLD COIN SILVER DOLLAR AYPE 1909 ITEM LARGE CENT U.S. ENGRAVED GOLD RING Use first two letters of meeting month you turn items in as marker for found items. [Ma for MAY] Use this sheet for all months All items must be found in WASHINGTON STATE & Shown as found