Finding most of the boundaries took less time than I had anticipated. All of the work I had done studying the plat, digitizing it, and entering the coordinates into my GPS were well worth the effort. I also found the metal detector to be useful for finding more than just survey markers. It can also detect the remnants of old barbed-wire that has long since rusted away and fallen to the ground. This is a good indicator of an old property boundary. Only a few segments of the boundary gave me any trouble, but I plan on finding them this weekend with the assistance of a transit level I ordered from Amazon. Yes, that's right, I ordered a transit level. It should also be useful for marking out neurotically straight fencing, which is our next big step.
In addition to marking the boundaries, my wife and I also plan to add a layer of gravel to the field entrance. Right now it is way too muddy for the trucks that will be hauling some of the large items we are ordering. I'm debating whether or not to use geotextiles under the gravel. I've been reading that the benefit is incredible, but I'm not sure if it is really necessary for a low-use road.
In addition to marking the boundaries, my wife and I also plan to add a layer of gravel to the field entrance. Right now it is way too muddy for the trucks that will be hauling some of the large items we are ordering. I'm debating whether or not to use geotextiles under the gravel. I've been reading that the benefit is incredible, but I'm not sure if it is really necessary for a low-use road.