January 9, 2026

Round 8 of 2026: Nighttime Metal Detecting Adventure – "What am I Thinking 🤔 Night and Metal Detecting!"

Hello night hunters, treasure seekers, and fellow insomniac detectorists!

Glenn here (aka Zeke) with the latest recap from my ongoing 2026 detecting streak. On January 8, 2026, I went live once again after dark for a mobile metal detecting session titled "What am I Thinking 🤔 Night and Metal Detecting!".

Embracing the Nighttime Mystery

What was I thinking? Well, clearly I was thinking more night hunts are the way to go! There's an undeniable magic to detecting under the cover of darkness: the world quiets down, distractions fade, your headlamp becomes your spotlight, and every signal feels extra exciting. This mobile live stream kept the #metaldetecting #mobile #livestream #irl spirit alive, with real-time digs, chat interaction, and the full unfiltered experience of hunting at night.

The session drew a solid audience (already over 8,200 views and climbing!), proving that late-night treasure hunting has a dedicated following. Thanks to everyone who joined the live chat and kept the energy high while the rest of the world slept!

Highlights from the Hunt

The ground gave up a modest but satisfying haul while I fought through plenty of junk:1 Quarter – a nice U.S. clad addition to the pouch

  • 2 Dimes – more change stacking up for the year
  • A lighter – practical (if a bit random) find—always interesting when modern items pop up
  • Plus lots of trash (pull tabs, foil, bottle caps, and assorted junk keeping the site cleanup in progress)

No big keepers or foreign coins this night, but the clad adds to the totals, the lighter is a fun pocket find, and every trash piece cleared makes future hunts better. Night detecting keeps delivering that unique excitement!

Why Night Hunts Keep Calling Me Back

  • Focused Intensity: No crowds, cooler temps, and pure concentration on the signals.
  • Live Community Magic: Chatting with night owls worldwide makes it feel like a shared adventure.
  • Streak Momentum: Eight rounds deep into 2026 and still going strong—consistency breeds opportunity!

If you missed the late-night action (or want to relive it), catch the full replay here:


Have you ever had a "what was I thinking" moment on a night hunt that turned into gold? Or do you prefer daytime swings? Drop your stories in the comments—I read every one!

Stay dirty, hunt whenever the mood strikes (even at odd hours),  

Glenn (Zeke)  

P.S. Subscribe to Zeke's Metal Detecting Finds for more live night hunts, daily(ish) adventures, find recaps, and everything in between!




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