Beach confusion…

[robo]

In gulf shores Al on our way to Florida.
Want to do some Detecting since we’re staying right on the beach.
This sign is at the beach
Does this mean I can’t use my sand scoop?
Looked up local ordinance and it doesn’t say anything about using a sand scoop
Your thoughts?

 

[tvr]

In gulf shores Al on our way to Florida.
Want to do some Detecting since we’re staying right on the beach.
This sign is at the beach
Does this mean I can’t use my sand scoop?
Looked up local ordinance and it doesn’t say anything about using a sand scoop
Your thoughts?

In Myrtle Beach and Panama City Beach where metal shovels have been outlawed, the wording says something like metal digging tools readily available in garden supply stores ... or something like that. I have had no problem using my stainless scoop on those beaches and have not been approached by beach patrol officers who have gone right past me when digging targets. Had one last year stop the truck and watch at a distance while I dug and then filled in the hole, then drove on. With the tinted windows, not sure if I was being observed or if they stopped for some other reason that happened to correspond with when I was digging.

Here is the Gulf Shores Beach regulation page ... don't see mention of metal shovels ???

Beach Rules & Regulations | Gulf Shores, AL - Official Website

www.gulfshoresal.gov

 

[robo]

Just seems very conflicting to me.
Want to stay on the right side of the law.
Common sense tells me I should be able to use a sand scoop but common sense definitely isn’t the law

 

[Confetrit]

Not getting off subject here, but the way I see it is if some of our so called leaders have been able to get away with doing what they have done to U.S. citizens and our country over the last four years and beyond without any recourse..... I believe you should be just fine using your sand scoop on the beach, plus, you aren't actually digging with the scoop, just scooping. Just saying. Best of luck to you, safe travels, and find some treasure.

 

[Flydo]

My take on it. "no metal shovels/tools" A sand scoop is a tool and its made of metal. I dont like it or agree with it.