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Lost Wedding Ring Found at Marina Park Beach in Ventura

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Lost Your Ring at Ventura or Santa Barbara Beaches? Call Dave The RingFinder for Expert Metal Detection Recovery!
If you’ve lost your wedding ring, bracelet, or necklace at Ventura or Santa Barbara beaches, don’t panic! Contact Dave The RingFinder, your local professional metal detecting specialist for Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, at 805-290-5009. Serving beaches like Marina Park Beach, East Beach, Leadbetter Beach, and even Malibu, I’m here to recover your precious jewelry.
Recently, I received a late-night text from Hannah in Ventura, desperate to find her husband’s gold wedding ring lost at Marina Park Beach. While digging for sand crabs with their kids near the wet sand at high tide, her husband realized his ring was gone. The incoming waves erased all traces of their digging, leaving little hope of recovery.
Hannah posted on Facebook for help, and a friend recommended a metal detecting professional. Another shared my website, DaveTheRingFinder, and she reached out immediately. Based on the tides, I had one shot at an early low tide the next morning. Arriving at Marina Park Beach in the dark, I gridded the area with my Minelab Manticore. The beach’s bowl-like shape and recent high tide had buried everything deep under sand from the dunes, making it tough to detect anything.
Near the rocks, I finally picked up a faint signal. After digging 15 inches with my CKG Titanium scoop, I uncovered a massive gold wedding band—a solid 45 on my detector, buried so deep a smaller ring might’ve been missed. I texted Hannah and dropped the ring off at her Ventura home, where she was thrilled and grateful. Another successful recovery!
Lost your ring in the sand at Ventura’s Marina Park Beach, Oxnard’s Hollywood Beach, Santa Barbara’s East Beach, or in your backyard? Don’t wait! Call or text Dave The RingFinder at 805-290-5009 for fast, professional ring recovery. I serve all of Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and occasionally Malibu. Visit www.theringfinders.com to find a metal detecting expert near you. Let’s get your jewelry back where it belongs!
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Lost Cell Phone Found in Valencia

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Lost Your Ring, Keys, or Phone in Valencia, Newhall, or Santa Clarita? Call Dave The Ring Finder!
This afternoon, I connected with Ryan, whose son lost his cell phone after a fun family day at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia. They had pulled over on their way home to stretch, somewhere near Newhall or Santa Clarita, but Ryan wasn’t sure of the exact spot. With Ryan now three hours away, I headed out to search without my metal detector—just using my eyes and determination.
The area near Santa Clarita was large, and the kids had been running around, so I began gridding the site.
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After several passes, it was clear the phone wasn’t where Ryan thought. Thinking it might have been placed on the car and fallen off, I searched along the roadside. Sure enough, just three feet from traffic in the Santa Clarita dirt, I found the phone! A bit dusty but fully functional, it was lucky no one ran it over.
Since Ryan was out of town, I mailed the phone back from a local Valencia post office. As any parent knows, kids need their phones!
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Lost a ring, keys, or phone in Valencia, Newhall, or Santa Clarita? Don’t wait! Call or text Dave The Ring Finder at 805-290-5009. I’ll work fast to reunite you with your valuables. Serving the Santa Clarita Valley with expert recovery services!
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Lost Wedding Ring in the Sand Recovered at East Beach Santa Barbara

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Lost Wedding Ring Recovered on East Beach: Dave MacDonald, The Ring Finder Santa Barbara
If you’ve lost a ring in Santa Barbara, you’re in luck—Dave MacDonald of The Ring Finders Santa Barbara is your local expert for metal detecting and ring recovery. Last night, I received an urgent text from Joshua, a Bay Area resident visiting his daughter at UC Santa Barbara (UCSB). While enjoying a family day at East Beach, disaster struck: his wife’s platinum wedding ring slipped off into the sand near the high tide line. For locals and visitors alike, losing a ring on Santa Barbara beaches can feel hopeless—but that’s where I come in as DaveTheRingFinder in Santa Barbara.
The Search Begins on East Beach
Joshua explained that he and his wife had frantically searched the sandy stretch for 30 minutes with no success. That’s when their quick-thinking daughter searched online for “ring finder in Santa Barbara” and found me, Dave MacDonald, a proud member of The Ring Finders network serving Santa Barbara, CA. It was late, but time is critical in these situations—rings can sink deeper into the sand or get swept away by tides. I agreed to head out to East Beach right away and told Joshua I’d contact him once I arrived at the spot.
Joshua had marked the suspected location with a stick propped up in the sand. But when I got to East Beach—located along Santa Barbara’s scenic coastline near the UCSB campus—I found not one, but two sticks, spaced about 75 yards apart. This is common in beach recoveries; panic and shifting tides can confuse even the best memory.
Finding the Platinum Ring with Precision
As Santa Barbara’s trusted ring finder, I rely on my Minelab Manticore metal detector and years of experience. I started by gridding the first stick’s location, methodically sweeping the sand for any signal. Nothing turned up, so I moved to the second spot 75 yards down the beach. Halfway through gridding this area, I got a promising mid-tone signal—deeper than surface finds, suggesting the ring had settled into the sand.
Using my CKG scoop, I dug three times, and on the third scoop, I heard that satisfying clang—a sound every ring finder lives for. There, gleaming in the bottom of the scoop, was a stunning platinum wedding ring. Another success for Dave MacDonald, The Ring Finders Santa Barbara!
Reuniting the Ring with Its Owner
I immediately texted Joshua a photo to confirm it was his wife’s ring. His response? An enthusiastic “YES!” He was just 20 minutes away, so we arranged to meet up. Handing over that precious ring was a reminder of why I do this—bringing relief and joy to people in Santa Barbara and beyond.
Why Choose DaveTheRingFinder in Santa Barbara?
Whether it’s East Beach, West Beach, or any sandy stretch in Santa Barbara County, losing a ring doesn’t have to be the end of the story. As Dave MacDonald of The Ring Finders Santa Barbara, I specialize in recovering lost jewelry—wedding rings, engagement rings, heirlooms—you name it. My metal detecting services are fast, reliable, and tailored to Santa Barbara’s unique coastal terrain, from high tide lines to dry sand.
  • Local Expertise: I know Santa Barbara beaches like the back of my hand, including East Beach near UCSB.
  • Advanced Tools: The Minelab Manticore and CKG scoop ensure precise recoveries, even in deep sand.
  • Quick Response: Day or night, I’m here to help Santa Barbara residents and visitors reclaim their lost treasures.
Lost a Ring in Santa Barbara? Call Dave Today!
If you’ve lost a ring in Santa Barbara, don’t waste time digging blindly—call Dave MacDonald, your local Ring Finder. Search “ring finder Santa Barbara” or “DaveTheRingFinder Santa Barbara” to find me online, just like Joshua’s daughter did. From Goleta to Carpinteria, I’m the go-to expert for lost jewelry recovery in Santa Barbara, CA.
Contact me today for prompt, professional service—and let’s get your ring back where it belongs!
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Lost wedding Ring in the sand Recovered at Oxnard Beach Park

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How to Find a Ring in the Sand in Oxnard – DaveTheRingFinder
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Losing a ring in the sand can feel hopeless, but I’m Dave, your local ring finder, here to help. On the first evening of spring, I got a call from Dave from Colorado, staying at the Zachari Dunes Mandalay Bay. While enjoying Oxnard Beach Park near the water, he noticed his ring was gone. With just iPhone flashlights, he and his wife tried to find it in the dark as the tide rose. No luck. That’s when he searched “how to find a ring in the sand in Oxnard” and found me at davetheringfinder.com.
The Search for a Lost Ring in Oxnard Sand
Dave called me the next morning with coordinates of the spot at Oxnard Beach Park. Though he had to check out early, I promised to recover his ring fast. The 20×20 patch of sand showed their efforts, but I knew rings often move. Using my Minelab Manticore, I started a grid search, going beyond their marks. On my fourth pass, three feet outside the perimeter, I got a solid 25 signal. One scoop with my CKG scoop, and the clink confirmed it—his ring was back!
How to Find a Ring in the Sand in Oxnard – Call DaveTheRingFinder
Wondering how to find a ring in the sand in Oxnard? Don’t waste time digging blindly. I specialize in lost ring recovery at Oxnard Beach Park, Silverstrand Beach, Hollywood Beach, and Mandalay Bay. Whether it’s in the sand, water, or grass, I’ve got the tools and experience to help. Call or text me at 805-290-5009 or visit davetheringfinder.com or TheRingfinders.com for fast, professional service. As a proud member of The Ringfinders, I’m Oxnard’s go-to expert for finding rings in the sand.
Why Choose DaveTheRingFinder in Oxnard?
When you lose a ring in the sand in Oxnard, time matters. The tide, wind, or foot traffic can bury it deeper. My proven method—grid searching with top-tier metal detectors—ensures success. Don’t know how to find a ring in the sand in Oxnard? I do. Contact me today and reclaim your treasure!
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Lost wedding ring found on the Soccer Field at West Ranch HS in Valencia

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Lost Your Ring in Santa Clarita? How Dave MacDonald, Metal Detecting Expert, Saved Raul’s Wedding Ring
March 10, 2025
Yesterday afternoon, I received an urgent call from Raul, a Valencia resident who had lost his wedding ring at West Ranch High School. Raul plays in a competitive men’s soccer league every Sunday on the school’s grassy field. Usually, his focus is on winning the game, but this time, victory took a backseat—he just wanted his precious wedding ring back. He explained that he’d removed the ring for safekeeping, placing it in or on his bag, only to discover it missing an hour later.
Raul suspected the ring was lost somewhere between two points on the field—a sprawling 200-yard stretch of grass in Valencia. That’s a big area to cover, so I knew I’d need to bring my A-game as Santa Clarita’s trusted metal detecting expert. We arranged to meet on Monday at 3:30 PM, after the school day ended and the field cleared out. Raul and his friend had bought a couple of cheap metal detectors the day before, hoping to find it themselves. I advised him to return them—when it comes to finding lost rings in Santa Clarita, Valencia, Castaic, or Canyon Country, Dave The RingFinder is the name you can trust.
The Search Begins with Dave The RingFinder
We started at the endpoint near where we parked, retracing Raul’s steps from Sunday. I worked slowly and methodically, ensuring no patch of grass was overlooked. Fortunately, the West Ranch HS field in Valencia had minimal trash, so my metal detector stayed quiet—perfect conditions for a focused search. As we progressed, though, time dragged on, and the remaining field shrank. I started to worry: had someone picked up the ring, or worse, had a mower flung it hundreds of feet away, lost forever?
Halfway through, I suggested a new strategy—let’s head to where Raul had originally been on the field and start fresh. He marked off a 30’x30’ area, and I began gridding it out like the metal detecting pro I am, while Raul searched nearby. I dug up 20-30 quarters and dimes—typical finds on a school field—but no gold yet. Doubt crept in. Then, my detector let out a double beep, a low tone that could mean a gold ring… or just another pull-tab. I held my breath, dug down, and there it was—Raul’s wedding ring, gleaming in the grass!
Another Happy Ending Thanks to Dave MacDonald
Raul’s relief was instant—he was out of the doghouse, and his ring was back where it belonged. As I like to say, “God is good!” Another lost ring recovered, right here in Valencia.
Lost a Ring in Santa Clarita, Valencia, Castaic, or Canyon Country? Call Dave The RingFinder!
If you’ve lost a ring or any valuable in Santa Clarita, Valencia, Saugus, Castaic, Canyon Country, or nearby areas, don’t waste time with guesswork or cheap detectors. Do what Raul did—call Dave MacDonald, your local metal detecting expert. With years of experience and top-notch equipment, I specialize in finding lost jewelry fast.
Contact me today at 805-290-5009 (call or text) or visit www.davetheringfinder.com to schedule a search. Whether it’s a wedding ring lost in the grass, a keepsake buried in the sand, or a treasure hiding in your backyard, I’m here to help residents of Santa Clarita and beyond get their valuables back—just like I did for Raul at West Ranch High School in Valencia.

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Lost Wedding Ring Found at Carpinteria State Beach

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Lost a Ring in the Sand at Carpinteria State Beach? Call Dave The Ring Finder!
If you’ve lost a ring, necklace, pendant, or bracelet in the sand at Carpinteria State Beach, don’t waste time or money on a metal detector rental. Instead, contact Dave The Ring Finder, a proud member of The Ring Finders network, at 805-290-5009 (call or text). I specialize in recovering lost jewelry fast, so you can get back to enjoying your day!
Today, I received an urgent text from Mike, who had been camping and playing football at Carpinteria State Beach. While diving for a catch, his ring slipped off—stripped from his finger in a one-in-a-million moment. He wasn’t sure of the exact spot, but we narrowed it down to a 20×20-foot area of sand. I grabbed my gear and got to work.
The challenge? The beach was littered with bottle caps, pull tabs, and melted aluminum scraps. My Minelab Manticore was picking up a symphony of signals, making it impossible to zero in on the ring’s tone without digging every target. With so much metal trash, I couldn’t risk the ring being masked, so I committed to clearing the area scoop by scoop.
After 40 minutes and about 40 dug targets, doubt started creeping in. Had we misjudged the spot? I expanded the search slightly, and within a minute, I hit a solid 50-51 tone—a promising sign. I plunged my CKG scoop into the sand, gave it a few shakes, and there it was: Mike’s lost ring gleaming in the sunlight!
What started as a tougher-than-expected hunt ended in success. Losing a ring in the sand at Carpinteria State Beach doesn’t have to ruin your trip—Dave The Ring Finder has you covered. Call or text 805-290-5009 today, and let me reunite you with your lost treasure!

 

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Lost Rings and Diamond Necklace found in Santa Barbara Home

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How to Find a Lost Ring in Santa Barbara – Expert Help from Dave The Ring Finder
Lost a ring in Santa Barbara? Don’t panic—call or text Dave The Ring Finder at 805-290-5009 for fast, professional help. Whether it’s a ring lost on the beach or misplaced at home, I’m here to recover your precious jewelry as a proud member of The Ring Finders network!
Recently, I received a text from a Santa Barbara resident who preferred to stay anonymous. She’d lost something irreplaceable: a small decorative box containing three rings and a diamond necklace. The missing items included her husband’s gold band, her white gold wedding ring, a jade ring—a sentimental gift from years ago—and a necklace with the diamond from her engagement ring. This wasn’t just jewelry; it was a treasure chest of her life’s memories, kept in her living room for years until it vanished.
She was devastated and convinced she’d searched everywhere. While my metal detecting gear excels outdoors, indoor searches pose challenges due to household metal and EMF interference. Still, I offered my expertise as an experienced searcher to tackle this mystery. We met at her Santa Barbara home, and I suggested we sit at her kitchen table—a calm spot to think clearly. Together, we listed every possible location for the box, planning to search each spot thoroughly and cross it off once cleared. This methodical approach helps clients stay focused when stress clouds their judgment.
One spot on the list was a large bookshelf in her living room. At first glance, it seemed unlikely, but we noticed the shelves were deep and shadowy. A closer look was worth it—and there, tucked in the back atop a row of books, was the small wooden box, blending perfectly with its surroundings. Inside were her rings and necklace, safe and sound! The relief and joy in that moment were palpable as she reclaimed her cherished pieces.
Finding a lost ring in Santa Barbara—or anywhere—often feels like detective work. It takes patience, a clear plan, and sometimes a fresh perspective. That’s where I come in. If you’re wondering how to find a lost ring in Santa Barbara, whether it’s buried in sand or hidden at home, call or text Dave The Ring Finder at 805-290-5009. Let’s create a plan to recover your lost jewelry today!

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Priceless religious necklace found at Santa Claus Beach Carpinteria

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Lost Jewelry Recovery in Carpinteria, Ventura, and Santa Barbara Counties – Call Dave The Ring Finder!

Lost your ring, bracelet, necklace, or other precious jewelry in Carpinteria, Ventura, or anywhere in Santa Barbara County? Don’t stress—call or text Dave MacDonald at 805-290-5009. As an expert with The Ring Finders, I’ll work with you to create a plan to recover your keepsakes fast!
Early Monday morning, I got a text from Antimm, who’d lost his necklace while body surfing at Santa Claus Beach in Carpinteria. The necklace—a gold baptismal cross with a silver pendant—was missing after he came in from the waves. We arranged to meet that afternoon at low tide to start the search in Carpinteria’s coastal waters.
For two hours, I battled the surf near Ventura County’s edge, searching the shallows with my metal detector. The waves were relentless, and despite my efforts, the necklace eluded me. After checking tide charts for Santa Barbara County beaches, I told Antimm I’d return Friday when conditions might improve—he was certain it was lost in the wash.
Friday rolled around, and Santa Claus Beach had transformed. The tide was out, but a strong swell had erased the sandbar I’d relied on Monday. The waves were fierce, soaking me head to toe as I searched deeper waters. After an hour of getting tossed around Carpinteria’s surf, I shifted spots and finally got a solid signal in about three feet of water.
I scooped, checked the hole, and saw it in my basket—until a wave crashed over me, washing it away! As the water pulled back, I spotted a silver disc glinting in the sand. Heart racing, I scooped again, securing it this time. There it was: Antimm’s necklace, a near-miracle recovery from the Ventura-Santa Barbara County shoreline. I couldn’t believe it—to God be the glory!
If you’ve lost jewelry in Carpinteria, Ventura, or anywhere across Santa Barbara County, I’m here to help. Whether it’s in the sand, surf, or beyond, call or text Dave MacDonald at 805-290-5009 for expert lost jewelry recovery. Let’s get your treasure back where it belongs!

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Grandmothers ring found at Pacifica Graduate Institute in Summerland CA

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Lost Ring Recovery in Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, and Montecito – Call Dave MacDonald Today!

Lost your grandmother’s ring, wedding ring, or another cherished piece of jewelry in Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, or Montecito? Act fast—call or text Dave MacDonald, the metal detection expert serving Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties, at 805-290-5009. Time, tides, lawnmowers, and even other detectorists can work against you, so don’t delay!
I recently got a call from Glory, a young woman unwinding after weekend classes at Pacifica Graduate Institute near Santa Barbara. She’d been playing volleyball with friends on a grassy field when a powerful spike sent her grandmother’s ring soaring off her finger into the grass. Glory and her friends searched for hours in the Montecito-area hills, but the ring stayed hidden. Desperate, they turned to the internet and found me—Dave MacDonald, the local metal detection specialist—and set up a time for me to help.
I couldn’t make it that day, but I promised Glory I’d arrive at sunrise the next morning. She was nervous about heading back to Berkeley before the search, so I reassured her I’d mail the ring to her once found. At dawn, I arrived in Summerland—just minutes from Carpinteria and Montecito—met the campus security guard, and mapped out a grid pattern to scan with my Minelab Manticore. After three careful passes, I got a sharp high tone. Using my pinpointer, I confirmed a surface target, parted the grass, and there it was: a stunning 24k gold ring nestled in the green.
I showed it to the guard, and we agreed it matched Glory’s description. I snapped a photo, texted it to her, and confirmed it was her grandmother’s ring. Now, it’s safely on its way back to Berkeley, where it belongs!
For lost ring recovery in Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, or Montecito, don’t waste time with rentals or DIY searches. Whether it’s a ring, necklace, pendant, or bracelet lost in the grass, sand, or surf, I’ve got the expertise to help. Call or text Dave MacDonald, your Santa Barbara and Ventura County metal detection expert, at 805-290-5009. Let’s make a plan to reunite you with your lost jewelry today!

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Lost Wedding ring found in the sand at Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu

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Finding Lost Rings in Malibu and Leo Carrillo State Beach – Sand, Surf, Yards, and More! Call Dave MacDonald!

Lost your ring, necklace, pendant, or bracelet in the sand at Leo Carrillo State Beach, the surf at Malibu, or even a garden, yard, or grassy area nearby? Don’t wait—call or text Dave MacDonald, the expert Ringfinder for Malibu and Ventura County, at 805-290-5009. I’ll create a plan to recover your lost jewelry fast, whether it’s buried in dry sand, washed by the surf, or hidden in a grassy yard!
Yesterday, I got a call from Britany, who was in a panic. Her husband had lost his wedding ring during the Northern LA Boardriders October surf event at Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu. He’d stashed the ring inside his wetsuit for safekeeping while competing in the surf. After his set, he peeled off the suit on the beach, and the ring slipped out, disappearing into the dry sand. They knew the rough spot near the shore, so Britany reached out to me—the go-to metal detection expert for finding lost rings in Malibu’s sand and surf.
I headed to Leo Carrillo State Beach, just off Malibu’s stunning coastline, and met them in the sandy area where the ring went missing. With my Minelab detector, I swept the spot, and within a couple of minutes, I got a solid hit. A quick scoop in the dry sand revealed the wedding ring—safe and sound! I handed it back to Britany’s husband, and the day at Leo Carrillo was saved. Finding lost rings in the sand is my specialty, but I’m just as skilled at recovering jewelry from the surf, gardens, yards, or grassy areas around Malibu.
Whether you’ve lost a ring in the surf at Leo Carrillo, a necklace in a Malibu garden, a pendant in the sand at Zuma, or a bracelet in a grassy yard, I’m here to help. Don’t waste money on rentals or hours searching alone—call or text Dave MacDonald at 805-290-5009. With thousands of dollars in jewelry recovered across Malibu and Ventura County, I’m the expert you need for finding lost rings in sand, surf, gardens, yards, and grass areas. Contact me today for fast, reliable recovery at Leo Carrillo State Beach and beyond!

 

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