#divedetecting Tag | The Ring Finders

iPhone Recovery Lake Simcoe Barrie Ontario

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We received a message from a young lady who had accidentally dropped her phone into the lake while she was at work. She works at a Seadoo rental shop, and during the busy day she was fueling up the machines when her phone slipped from her hand, went over the edge, and disappeared straight to the bottom before she could react.

She was incredibly worried because the phone held messages from loved ones that could not be replaced. Losing the device meant losing memories that mattered deeply to her. We agreed to help right away.

She brought us out to the location on the Seadoos themselves. Once we reached the spot, we took a moment to get oriented and then went in for a quick dive. The water was murky, but after a short search we spotted the phone resting on the bottom.

When we surfaced with it in hand, the relief on her face said everything. It was another exciting recovery, and one that meant far more than just saving a phone.

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Lost Wedding Ring Found Sherkston Beach Ontario Canada Lake Erie

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It started with a call from a very upset young lady. She asked if we could help her find a recently lost engagement ring. It is a story we hear far too often. She had placed the ring in the side pocket of a beach chair to keep it safe, but by the end of the day she forgot it was there. While walking back to the parking area, it slipped out somewhere along a long stretch of sand, about three to four hundred feet.

She and her family searched for hours, going over the same ground again and again, hoping to catch even the smallest glint of gold. By the time we arrived, she was almost ready to give up completely.

We began our grid search and slowly worked our way along the path. After what felt like a long time with no luck, we decided to make one last attempt before calling it for the night. That final pass turned out to be the one that mattered. The detector signaled, we dug down, and there it was. Her engagement ring, safely recovered.

She was at work when we called her with the news, and the moment she heard the words she could not hold back the tears of joy. Another great recovery and another special memory saved.

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Sauble Beach Ring Recovery Lake Huron

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We received a text message from a client who had lost his wedding ring on Friday. It was now Sunday, and he reached out hoping there was still a chance to recover it. He was not able to meet us at the beach because he lived quite far from the area, and to be honest, it seemed like he was not fully convinced the ring could be found after two days had passed.

He sent us a couple of photos showing where they had been sitting on the beach and gave a description of the area where they had been swimming. With daylight fading fast, we headed straight to the location. It was getting dark, and we knew we did not have much time to work before the light was completely gone.

After a short time we got a strong signal. We dug it up and discovered a ring, but there was one problem. It did not match the description he had given us. We kept going, working the search pattern carefully and hoping we had not missed anything.

Just before we ran out of light, the detector hit again. This time when we looked down, we knew instantly it was the right one. We called him right away, and he could hardly believe that we had actually found it after all that time.

Another recovery and another very happy client.

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Port Elgin Gold Ring Recovery Lake Huron

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We left early in the morning, heading toward Port Elgin after receiving a call from a very kind gentleman. He asked if we would be willing to make the drive to help recover his wedding ring. You could hear the stress in his voice because he was devastated that it had slipped off while he was swimming a few days earlier.

He explained that he had been out deeper than he probably should have been when he felt the ring slide from his finger. He tried desperately to search for it, but the water was rough, the waves were picking up, and he eventually became worried about how tired he was getting. He had no choice but to head back in, fearing the ring was gone forever.

A couple of days later, after searching online for help, he found Ring Finders and reached out to us with hope still lingering.

When we arrived at the beach, we asked him to join us in the water since the spot was quite far out. We walked together through the waves until he pointed out the general area where it had happened. Once he headed back to shore, we set up our grid and began the search.

The depth, the current, and the distance made it a challenge, but after a short time, the unmistakable signal came through. When we pulled the ring from the lake bottom, shining despite the sand and water, we knew we had another successful recovery.

Seeing the relief and joy on his face made the long drive and early start worth every moment. Another memory returned and another story to remember.

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Gold Necklace Found Port Elgin Lake Huron

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We had left early in the morning for a ring recovery in Port Elgin. It was a four-hour drive before we finally reached the beach, geared up, and headed straight into the water. The search took some time, but we were successful in locating the ring—another happy ending, just like in the other story.

As we were climbing out of the water afterward, tired but feeling good about the recovery, we were approached by another couple who had been at the beach a few days earlier. The gentleman explained that he had lost his gold necklace during their visit. It had slipped off somewhere out in the water, and after days of looking on their own they had almost given up hope.

Even though we had already been in the water for hours, we went back out and set up a proper grid search. The conditions weren’t easy, and the necklace could have been anywhere, but we kept working the pattern one careful sweep at a time. Nearly an hour passed before the signal finally came through. When we pulled the necklace up from the sand and held it out, the look on their faces said everything. There was so much relief and excitement that it instantly made the long day and all the effort worth it.

Another recovery, another memory, and another reminder that these items mean far more than the metal they’re made of.

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Lost Gold Ring Found in Lake Erie – Crystal Beach Ontario

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It was a beautiful afternoon at Crystal Beach when a very worried woman approached us. She explained that her ring had slipped off somewhere in the water while she was swimming. This was not just any ring. It was a gift from her husband who was back home in India, and losing it left her completely heartbroken. She could barely speak without tearing up as she pointed out the general area where she thought it might have fallen.

We headed into the water right away. The waves were gentle, but the shifting sand underneath made the search challenging. We began a slow, careful grid pattern with the detector, moving inch by inch through waist deep water. Every signal mattered, and each time the detector buzzed, we hoped it would be the ring. Instead, we pulled up bottle caps, bits of metal and other small scraps buried beneath the sand. The woman stood anxiously on the shoreline, watching every move and hoping for a miracle.

After nearly an hour of searching, the detector gave a clean, solid tone, the kind that instantly makes you stop and focus. We scooped beneath the sand and lifted the scoop out of the water. As the water drained away, something small and bright glimmered in the sunlight. It was the ring.

When we held it up, the woman gasped and covered her face with both hands. Then she ran into the water, laughing and crying at the same time. Everyone nearby started cheering and smiling. The relief on her face was unforgettable. She kept saying how grateful she was and how much the ring meant to her, especially with her husband being so far away.

It was one of those moments that reminds you why helping people recover their lost items is so special. A tiny piece of jewelry, found beneath the shifting sand and waves, brought so much joy back to someone’s day. Crystal Beach will always feel a little more magical because of that search.

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Lost Ring Found from an Ant-Infested Garden Hamilton

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Late Monday evening, we received a heartfelt text message from Jenny in Hamilton, Ontario. She had been gardening that evening when a bunch of ants forced her to quickly rip off her gloves. In the chaos, she hadn’t noticed right away but later realized her beloved engagement ring was missing.

Jenny’s message was filled with urgency and emotion. The ring wasn’t just a piece of jewelry, it was a deeply sentimental item, representing years of memories and love. Despite searching the area thoroughly, she hadn’t been able to find it. The backyard grass hadn’t been cut, and that made the search even more challenging.

We packed our gear and headed out with our detectors. Within about 30 minutes of careful scanning through the uneven ground and thick blades of grass, the detector gave off a promising signal. Moments later, we saw a glint just below the surface. There it was, her engagement ring, perfectly intact and just slightly buried in the grass.

Jenny was overjoyed and relieved. Watching the tension lift from her face reminded us why we do what we do. Whether it’s a beach, a park, or a backyard garden, every recovery is a chance to return not just an item but a story, a connection, a piece of someone’s heart.

If you’ve lost something valuable or sentimental, don’t lose hope. Sometimes all it takes is a bit of persistence and the right tools to make a happy ending possible.

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SCUBA Diving for Lost Watch in Fort Erie Marina

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It’s not every day you get a chance to reunite someone with a prized possession lost to the depths — especially in the murky waters of a marina. But that’s exactly what happened at Point Abino, on the northern shore of Lake Erie.Last week, an Apple Watch slipped off its owner’s wrist while they were docked at the Point Abino Marina. Like many marinas on Lake Erie, the water there isn’t exactly crystal clear — years of boat traffic and natural sediment have left a thick layer of silt that clouds visibility even a few feet below the surface.The owner jumped in to find the watch but came up empty-handed. Not wanting to give up, they brought in a local diver who gave it a go under the same poor conditions. Unfortunately, the silt made visibility nearly impossible, and after several attempts, the watch seemed gone for good.

That’s when we got the call !

With my Garrett Vortex metal detector , I decided to give it a shot. I’ve only used the new Vortex a couple times but  I trusted its precision — even in silty environments.

After scanning the area around the dock where the watch was last seen, and carefully combing the bottom to

avoid stirring up more sediment, I finally got a strong signal. I gently sifted through the muck with my hand and there it was — the unmistakable curve of an Apple Watch band, caked in silt but intact.

It was a rewarding moment. The look on the owner’s face when I handed it back made all the effort worth it. This recovery was a perfect example of how the right tools, patience, and a bit of experience can make the difference between a lost cause and a success story. The Garrett Vortex performed flawlessly, and despite the poor visibility, the Apple Watch made it back to its owner — still functional after its unexpected dive into Lake Erie.

If you’re ever dealing with a recovery in tough underwater conditions, don’t give up too soon. Sometimes, all it takes is the right gear and a little persistence.

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