After comparing period maps with modern maps, you'll be surprised to find that large amounts of troops traveled down the same roads you drive on today. Old homestead areas are also good landmarks to look for in relic hunting. Civil War period maps can usually help you to decide if a home was around during the war. Hunting old homes can be fun and even if you don't find civil war related items, you can still walk away with some great finds. Again make sure you get permission before hunting on private property.
Historical markers can help in determining potential hunting sites.
There is state and federal laws that prohibit relic hunting in some areas designated by markers, so it's best to find out if sites that are government protected areas. The laws that protect these historical areas are strict, so check your maps before relic hunting on these sites. These are just a few tips we've found to make researching easier for us. The next section is the recovery tips area. If you have any research tips you'd like to share with other relic hunters.