The East Coast Research and Discovery Association meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm (except December, when we have our holiday party) at the American Legion post in Pompton Plains NJ. All are welcome — drop in and introduce yourself! Come for the refreshments, meet the members, swap metal-detecting tips, find out what’s for trade or for sale. Check out our Finds of the Month competition. We often feature guest speakers, and somebody’s always got a collection to show. We’re a friendly bunch, and it’s a great opportunity to learn from those who have significant experience in the hobby.
So join us! There’s no obligation to do anything except have a good time. Of course, we’d be glad to have you join the club if you’d like. Members get a monthly alert (via text or email) about upcoming meetings.
All are welcome to attend our meetings at the
American Legion Post #242
700 Newark-Pompton Turnpike
Pompton Plains NJ 07444
Our meeting place is convenient to Routes I-287, 23, and 46.
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Our 2023 Meeting Schedule:
- January 17, 2023
- February 21, 2023
- March 21, 2023
- April 18, 2023
- April 29 & 30, 2023 – ECRDA’s 13th Annual Open Beach Hunt
- May 16, 2023
- June 20, 2023
- July 18, 2023
- August 15, 2023
- September 16, 2023 Members-only hunt
- September 19, 2023
- October 17, 2023
- November 21, 2023
- December ?, 2023 – Members-only Annual Christmas Party