Rick Lagina: ”We Encountered Something TERRIFYING Deep Inside The NEW Borehole”’

The treasure hunt led by Rick and Marty Lagginina’s team in Oak Island has always brought the determination and skills to find historical elusive treasures.
In their latest episode of The Curse of Oakland, they took us to the Garden Shaft project.
The team made a spine-chilling discovery at the bottom of the new drilled bore hole.

What are these findings used for?
And what message do they hold for us in modern times?

Join us as we delve into the terrifying objects Rick Lagginina found at the bottom of the bore hole: ancient wood pieces and rectangular foundation.
The team’s search for wealth on Oak Island continues as they drill a bore hole which could be a huge breakthrough.
Rick and Marty Lagginina together with their staff assemble at the garden shaft site.
When they hit something at 11 ft, they believe that’s where the wealth is hidden.
They got to the tunnel that passes by the garden shaft.
That’s where Rick Lagginina discovered a horrific discovery which included an underground rectangular foundation and wood fragments dating back to medieval times.
A full excavation around the foundation was planned to reveal additional secrets about lot 5 and its subsurface construction.
Each shovel of earth scooped has the potential for discovery, bringing excitement to the ongoing research.

Borehole 05 N27 near the garden shaft sees significant development as wood is encountered at various depths.
This observation raises the potential of an unexplained structure or tunnel.
Rick Lagginina adds his perspective that the presence of wood at these depths could indicate tunnels or man-made structures, perhaps as they get a further grasp of the complex network beneath the island.

Marty is quite excited about the findings, noting that these discoveries will drive them to continue their goal of Oak Island’s history.
The team’s geologist, Dr. Ian, examines the wood samples to identify their age and kind.

The team is heightened in their excitement as they hope the wood is part of Money Pit’s original structure or something different.
Gary said the search area around the bore hole should be broadened so they can find a larger undiscovered object.
With the discovery of the wood, they hope to search further beneath Oak Island.
Their focus is on a new bore hole, D05N27, which aims to solve the mysteries of a tunnel around 100 ft below the surface that is supposed to hold gold.

This time, the crew is well equipped with knowledge and manpower to guarantee that they obtain all of the information they require and perhaps unravel the mysteries of this enigmatic island.
Oak Island has been a haven of wonder and awe, making it the longest treasure hunt destination ever.

Excitement fills the air as the Duma mining firm resumes its critical project on the strange island.
Some obvious clues indicate this could either be the original money pit or it could be right adjacent to it.
After obtaining the requisite licenses, they are ready to descend into the depths with the primary goal of excavating the shaft to at least 98 ft.
This is a critical step toward obtaining important metals as hinted at by Gary Drayton last season.

Despite a brief winter hiatus, the team now has permits and can take advantage of the summer season.
Their goal is to find elusive metals that Gary’s metal detector had spotted relatively close but just out of reach in the previous season.

Recent attempts, including bore hole drilling, have been focused on locating a tunnel somewhat more than 100 ft below the surface, directly beneath the garden shaft, as they move ahead from the drill rig via that tunnel and into the garden shaft.
This strategic maneuver tries to steer the miners through lateral tunneling from the shaft’s base, potentially revealing the mysteries concealed below.

The Oak Island crew is hoping that this tube, which appears to lead to the baby blob, may reveal a hidden chamber containing undiscovered treasures.
While the lateral tunneling process may take a few more weeks to begin, the progress is evident, which makes the teams excited for the journey.

Simultaneously, archaeologists are systematically excavating the extensive history beneath lot 5.
The recent discoveries of these ancient materials add a new layer of curiosity to the Oak Island tale, especially the secret tunnel that hopes to hold treasures.

How is this secret tunnel discovered and utilized?
The search for the secret tunnel.

Archaeologist Helen Sheldon’s findings of an intentional buried and off features about clandestine operations on lot 5 raise concerns as it could be linked to the mystery garden shaft.
The investigation extends into alleged covert activities on lot 5.

Gary and Peter Fornetti’s collaborative treasure and artifact quest is expected to yield discoveries that are as old as the island because every time they work on a piece of the island together, they unearth things that provide answers to the desired treasure.
Carmen, a blacksmith expert, returns to provide in-depth analysis, adding to the expanding puzzles.

Each episode of this show gives a peek into history, revealing the long buried at the center of the island.
As Rick surveys the region with a serious look, he hopes that this breakthrough will lead to the heart of the island’s riddle if the rumors are true.
Marty nods in agreement with Rick as he has resolved to get to the root of the matter at hand.

As the team prepares for the important journey to find what has been hidden for decades, Dr. Ian Spooner, a famous geologist, joins in the discussion to assure the crew that they are on the right track for prospective findings based on historical records and soil composition.
At the end of the day, there is every reason to suppose that somewhere in those holes there is something with a considerable amount of silver.

In such treasure hunts, the crew must discriminate between fact and fantasy.
Many people have wasted time and resources following something that turned out to be fantasy.
This is why the Lagginina brothers make sure to attract as many professionals to the island as possible.
These specialists assist the brothers in determining whether they are on the right course.

As the drilling equipment is prepared, the team eagerly monitors the bore hole’s progress, looking for signs of approaching the secret tunnel.
Craig testers who are closely monitoring the drilling emphasize the importance of noticing changes in soil layers, particularly non-natural elements like wood as signs.
The crew also realizes the importance of the situation and sees it as a turning point in their path.

Regardless of the findings, Rick stated the importance of uncovering the island’s long hidden secrets.
As the drill progresses deeper toward the mysterious tunnel, it leaves viewers intrigued by the potential discoveries that the team may make beneath Oak Island.

At the same time, at the Money Pit, an unusual development occurs as the crew finds a soft material at a depth of 53 ft, indicating the presence of a tunnel.
While this is encouraging news, the crew recognizes the difficulties of extending the shaft due to logistical constraints and safety requirements.

Eisenth approached the money pit after the Suman officials assured him of his readiness and expertise for the job and expressed his excitement to discover the wonders within the garden shaft for the first time.
They thought of rehabbing the shaft so they could go underground to get the objects.

Rick exits the battle room and focuses on the historical significance of the scenarios, underlining that they are entering the past and maybe solving a millennia old riddle.
The team, energized and dedicated as ever, is one step closer to discovering Oak Island’s hidden secrets with fresh approval at hand.

Rick Lagginina adds that the project is beyond extending the existing structure and predicting unusual findings.
As they proceed, they believe that the garden shaft will provide a better understanding of the money pit.
Various activities in the last 227 years and what was done initially, which is referred to as the depositional phase.

The deepening of the garden hole is viewed as an essential step in their attempt to unveil the secrets of Oak Island.
They see this use of the garden shaft as an opportunity to study what lies under the surface which might solve the riddle about the island for centuries.
Marty underlines that this is a unique point with the possibility of knowing everything about Oak Island.

Peter admits technical difficulties and the thrill of the project, stating the aim of getting historical information.
The team aims to get some answers about what happened here.

As they prepare for the vital next stage of examination, they duly receive permission to explore the shaft to reach a depth of 98 ft where non-ferrous metals have been detected before.
They plan to use the bore hole drill to locate the tunnel under the garden shaft, which could lead to a hidden chamber filled with incredible treasures.

There are specific places on Oak Island where treasures can be found.
But where are they?
And what has been found there before?
Let’s find out.

Lot 5, the intriguing structure on Oak Island.
While the borehole drill was still on, Gary Drayton and Peter Fornetti embarked on a metal detecting journey on lot 5.
Directed by Gary’s expertise, their extensive search had led to interesting results, including a cribbing spike and a possible historical item.

These visible links to the island’s past story led to several operations and construction activities on Oak Island.
The duo intends to widen their search on Lot 5, motivated by their desire to uncover the island’s long hidden mysteries.

This man-made landmark near the seashore of Lot 5 is one of Oak Island’s most intriguing structures.
When the crew started looking into it in 2022, they uncovered not only early 18th century relics like crockery, but also established that it has a circumference of 13 ft.
This is the same diameter recorded for the original money pit when it was found in 1795.

The team is keen to learn how deep this feature is and what else it might hold.
Oak Island stands out among the 360 islands of Mahon Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada because of the abundance of namesake trees.
Originally named Glouester Island, it later became known as Oak Island due to its towering red oak trees, Quercus rubra L.

In 1762, surveyor general of Nova Scotia, Charles Morris, traveled 45 mi from Halifax to Oak Island on a mission to divide it into 32 lots, each about 4 acres in size, with the majority facing a common road and all having water frontage.
No other island in Mahon Bay had previously or will ever again be surveyed in this fashion.
And the Morris survey, in which he cataloged the island’s number 28, is still used today.

In 1795, a perplexing depression in the ground was found on lot 16, accidentally leading to the longest, most expensive continuous treasure hunt in world history, and it led to the phrase money pit.

Many outstanding works have recorded the island’s rich history, such as Reginald V. Harris’s The Oak Island Mystery, Rert Ferno’s The Money Pit Mystery, William S. Crocker’s Oak Island Gold, Darcy O’Connor’s The Money Pit, and Lee Lamb’s Oak Island Obsession.
Along with several documentaries, docu-dramas, magazine articles, and internet sources, there are many exciting backstories to arouse one’s interest in the subject.

During a substantial development on Lot 5, the team makes a startling discovery: an underground rectangular foundation is known as a disco.
This discovery brings up new options for hypotheses and research, providing a new route for investigation.

While gathered around the newly unearthed foundation, Rick Lagginina considers its potential significance for being buried and concealed for an extended period.
He said that they appear to be in some sort of rock-filled excavation with all of the items being pretty early, as if there is no modern mixing in.

The foundation may contain important information about the island’s past, prompting the crew to question not just what it is, but also why it was hidden.
As Marty analyzes the structure, he wonders if it is tied to the original acts in the money hole or if it’s part of something much older.
The revelation influences their view on the events that may have occurred on lot 5.

An expert appraisal was done by archaeologist Leair on this structure.
He states that the foundation appears to be fairly odd due to its depth and design.
They talked about the importance of rigorous examination to determine its date and original purpose.

Gary Greatton advised using metal detectors around the foundation to find items that may provide additional information.
The team speculates on what might be the object’s origin and purpose, considering its possible link to the money pit or other operations on Oak Island.

So, what’s so fascinating about this pit? Let’s delve into findings in the location.

Money pit, the hub of ancient artifacts.
The money pit is located on Oak Island’s east side and is or was a more than 100 ft deep hole.
According to island legend, Daniel and his crew discover a man-made shaft with wooden platforms every 10 ft down to a depth of 90 ft.
The Lagginas mention the story in season 1’s opening episode, What Lies Below, when they talk about teenagers discovering evidence of wealth 200 years ago.

The shaft’s exact location has been obscured since a haphazard expedition in the 1960s collapsed many tunnels cut around the original money pit, resulting in clay, seawater, mud, and other debris.
The Lagginina brothers had also examined the areas with the hope that they were near the original pit as well as other locations on the island.

And like countless treasure hunters before them, Rick and Marty have been thwarted by apparent booby traps.
Tunnels built into the ground at varying depths to flood prevent with water and prevent seekers from digging any deeper.
According to the Oak Island Encyclopedia, a 500 ft long tunnel from neighboring Smith’s Cove assures that once the water is pushed out of the hold, it fills back up.

It’s believed that the island’s treasure could be linked to, among other things, the notorious 17th century Scottish pirate Captain Kid, the English playwright William Shakespeare, or the Knights Templar, an ancient order of warriors who acquired a large amount of wealth and power.
It’s believed such wealth was hidden in the fabled Holy Grail.

In season 4, episode 7, All That Glitters, Rick and Marty spoke with author Randall Sullivan, who believes the loot is from Captain Kid’s final pirate raid on a Spanish gallion.
In season 1, episode 4, The Secret of Solomon’s Temple, the brothers met with Peter Armmanson, a Freemason who believes secret codes were hidden throughout William Shakespeare’s works, not necessarily by the playwright himself, pointing to Knights Templar riches buried on the island.

Whatever the treasure’s origin, the story of how it got to the island was hidden in mystery.
In the centuries following, it’s been difficult to separate fact from myth because the available history has been preserved mostly through hearsay and speculation.
Not to mention the possibility of treasure seekers spreading disinformation to throw others off the scent.

Numerous treasure hunters think they drilled into a big vault in the money pit that is more than 100 ft deep.
So yes, the majority of what has been excavated from the pit and its surroundings is of historical rather than monetary worth.
Some things provide tantalizing hints about undiscovered wealth, while others reveal fresh riddles.

The Latina brothers found coconut fingers from non-indigenous coconut they discovered in season 1, episode 2, The Mystery of Smith’s Cove.
While the majority of the brothers’ discoveries had come from other parts of the island, one of their most stirring finds was at Smith’s Cove, a lead cross with a loop at one end, which was said to have been used by the Knights Templar.
They captured this in season 5, episode 10, The Signs of a Cross.

Before the Lagginina’s, other treasure hunters have unearthed a range of items under the pit’s depth, including ancient crockery, a curious piece of parchment paper, and freckles of gold on the ends of drill bits.
They also found objects that may have been used to booby trap the hole, such as stones, wood, and mounds of coconut fibers.

Also, there is no evidence of attempts to block the flow of water, most likely made by previous treasure hunters.
They also found coins dating back to the 16th century, gold links, and a stone with unreadable writings.

According to a letter written in the mid-19th century by treasure hunter Jotham B. McCulli, an earlier digger allegedly discovered a stone in the hole in 1804 at a depth of about 90 ft.
The stone, which is around 2 to 3 ft long and 12 to 16 in wide, resembles black Swedish granite with an olive hue and is not local to the area.
The stone contains mysterious symbols, the meanings of which have sparked heated disputes.

According to one explanation, the stone was etched with encoded symbols that represented English characters.
One such translation states that 40 ft below 2 million is buried.

However, other experts claim it was meant to symbolize French and that the symbols were tied to the Knights Templar.
However, the stone hasn’t been found since the early 1900s.

A dig in the pit also revealed samples of human bone dating back to the 17th century.
The DNA test reveals that these bones come from two people, one of European descent and one of Middle Eastern descent.

Shards of earthenware were unearthed 192 ft underground.
There has never been another human-made object discovered at that depth on Oak Island.
The imitation of Chinese porcelain on these hand-painted pearlware pottery shards suggests that they were made in Staffordshire, England between 1700 and 1800.

In 2022, geoscientist Dr. Ian Spooner and his colleagues chemist Dr. Matt Lukeman and hydrogeologist Dr. Fred Michael tested water in previously drilled bore holes in the money pit area.
Surprisingly, an unusual source of gold appears to be buried between 80 and 120 ft deep and was found concentrated in a 20×20 ft region affectionately known as the baby blob.

While conducting a core drilling operation to get the source of the precious metals found in the money pit area, the crew stumbled on previously unknown tunnels at a depth of 95 ft in three different bore holes.
They found out that it runs east to west under the garden shaft straight through the baby blob where high trace evidence of gold and silver has been detected between 80 and 100 and 20 ft below Earth.

Another discovery is the 82 ft deep structure that researchers originally thought was an 18th century search shaft, but it holds high importance in solving the puzzles around Oak Island.
In 2022, a wood sample was carbon dated to 1735, which is 60 years before the first money pit was discovered.
The fellowship is currently working with Dumas Contracting Limited to reconstruct the structure so that it may be used to search deep beneath for new clues and riches.

The ongoing investigation has also discovered signs of gold in other wood samples recovered from the shaft, and the structure is now known to be just a few feet above the putative treasure tunnel, which is located at a depth of 95 ft.

In line with uncovering treasures, what other interesting things have been dug up on Oak Island?
Join us as we delve into these artifacts found on the island.

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Jaw-dropping discoveries on the island.
The mystery of Oak Island has attracted treasure hunters for generations.
Rick and Marty Lagginina have recently taken up the search for the Oak Island riches, which is detailed in their show tagged Curse of Oak Island.
While the long-sought treasure hasn’t been located, the Lagginas and other treasure hunters have unearthed several remarkable historical artifacts over time.
Many more are expected to be uncovered during the next season of the show.

The discovery of the Money Pit is the finding that sparked everything.
Daniel McGuinness, at 16, embarked on a fishing trip to Oak Island in 1795.
Upon landing, he discovered an oak tree with unusual markings.
A depression was also found beneath the tree.
He started excavating with two friends and kept finding mended logs.
Years later, they returned with a larger crew and they found a constructed pit they named Money Pit.

A man-made drainage system that uses an ancient method of rock placement to manage water flow without using pumps or pipes was found.
Gary Drayton uncovered a wrought iron hinge that resembles the beautiful hinges found on Fred Nolan’s home.
Tests show that it dates from the early 1600s to the 1700s and could be a hinge designed for a particularly thick door.

Dan Blankenship, a treasure hunter, discovered a U-shaped structure in 1970 while building a cofferdam at Smith’s Cove.
The building has a notch every 4 ft, each with a distinct Roman number.
The wood construction dates back to 1769.

The finding of beams dates back to 1771, two decades before the first discovery of the money pit.
This shows that there was activity in Smith’s Cove earlier than previously assumed.
Tests show that the wood beams existed before the discovery of the money pit by more than two decades.

A possible entrance to one of the five stone box drains has been found in Smith’s Cove.
The Trio Company found these in 1850 and might have turned them into a tunnel designed to fill the money pit with water as a booby trap.

While exploring lot 2, Gary Drayton uncovered a cartwheel penny depicting King George III produced in 1797.
A gemstone brooch was found while metal detectors were used on lot 8.
The brooch goes back to the 16th century and is regarded as the Lagginas and their team’s first valuable treasure find.

The copper artifact was also discovered by Gary Drayton and Jack Begley in 2022.
It remains one of the team’s most intriguing top pocket finds.
It has strange symbols stamped into its design and is made up of a large amount of copper and considerably smaller equal proportions of iron and zinc.

An ornamental keyhole plate was discovered during a metal detector excursion on a lot owned by Fred Nolan’s son, Tom Nolan.
Nolan believed treasure had been discovered in at least 11 shallow places around Oak Island.

Gary Drayton discovered two King Charles II Britannia coins from the 17th century.
They were minted in the 1600s, over a century before the money pit was discovered in 1795.

A French military cap badge discovered on lot 21 could be from a French grenadier’s headgear from the 1700s.
This relic could be proof of the Duke Donville expedition of 1746.
A fleet of 97 ships and 13,000 troops led by a member of the ancient Royal Laros Fukul Dynasty.

A decorative lead piece was found near Daniel McInness’s former residence on lot 21.
Its design resembles an antique metallurgy technique known as cloison.
This treasure bears the same lead isotope as the lead cross, indicating that they were both mined before the 15th century.

The gold-plated brooch was the first confirmed gold recovered on Oak Island going back to the 14th century.
It’s unclear whether this brooch’s buried treasure or was originally owned by a resident.

The discovery of a tag with the name Ball etched on it may have belonged to Samuel Ball, a freed American slave who became one of Nova Scotia’s wealthiest landowners.

A stone well located more than half a mile from the money pit on the island’s western side may be 800 years old or older.
It never freezes during the severe winter months.
It is also the only location outside of the money pit where water sample testing has indicated substantial traces of silver.

Archaeologist Leair Nan examined a stone wall in 2022 which has an unusual construction style when compared to other stone barriers built by 19th century farmers on Oak Island.
It has been speculated that it is not just of Portuguese origin, but the carbon dating charcoal discovered within it indicates that it was made between 1474 and 1638.

Another discovery was a wrought iron spike dated from the late 1600s to the early 1700s.
It’s believed it would have been used to secure decking boards aboard the Spanish gallion.
This discovery could be further indication that a Spanish gallion and its treasure have sunk in the Oak Island swamp.

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