GeePa

This would also be helpful for BlackBerry users, or anybody using an on-line device. It's just like a bit of server space to have at your disposal for a short period of time. I can see using this with my BlackBerry/CacheBerry combination. I use CacheBerry for my BlackBerry so this feature does not fo anything for me. I manage all my caches in GSAK and download directly to my Blackberry and can manage easily through CacheBerry.

Generally, it is OK to add a makeshift log if one is full, but you should post a Needs Maintenance log to let the cache owner know what you did and that he/she should add a new log sheet.

Yes, you can create a pocket query from a watchlist. This is what I use to keep up with a group of otherwise random caches.

That's a good way to look at it. I always try to log results the same day. In the past, I have not been as faithful about logging DNF's as I should have, but after reading the various threads on the forums, my new policy is going to be the same or similar as others: 1. Hit goto on the GPS, 2. Arrive at GZ, 3. Search for cache, 4. and then log results.. either smilie or DNF. If for some reason I don't do 2 or 3, then I won't do 4. I second that. Sometimes I may get close to GZ and find I am not attired appropriately or that I don't have the right equipment to go after it so I leave and mark it for another day. In these cases I do not usually log the DNF. When I do log a DNF (which I do if I actually searched for the cache for any reasonable period of time) I always give some detail in the log about how long I looked and any other important details so that other cachers who read the log can make an educated decision about whether to even try. The problem is that a lot of cachers won't even look for a cache that has one DNF. They don't look at the logs, they just use GSAK to filter them out. One DNF logged by someone who did not really even look for it can result in a very long period where people avoid the cache.

Cool structure!

I personally discourage this kind of cache. The mere existence of these types of hides has geocachers everywhere taking apart real electrical boxes (and leaving them that way) which is a danger to themselves and to others if they leave the box open. I have even seen people hide a fake electrical box amongst several real ones. Now that is just asking for someone to be electrocuted.

Some caches are very cleverly camouflaged so just because you don't see it does not mean it is not there. What is the size/difficulty of the cache? Do others mention finding it easily in the logs?

I use a program called CacheBerry (www.cacheberry.com) on my Pearl. It is fantastic and only costs like $15 with updates for life. It can work great in conjunction with GSAK (Geocaching Swiss Army Knife) to manage all your caches. I have been totally paperless for over a year and I love it. GeePa

The 12 Caching Days of Christmas (Based on my actual Christmas list ) On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me: A Garmin Vista Hc On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 7 Coffees Steaming 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 8 Happy Meal Toys 7 Coffees Steaming 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 9 Rare Earth magnets 8 Happy Meal Toys 7 Coffees Steaming 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 10 Camo Tape Rolls 9 Rare Earth magnets 8 Happy Meal Toys 7 Coffees Steaming 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 11 Kits of First Aid 10 Camo Tape Rolls 9 Rare Earth magnets 8 Happy Meal Toys 7 Coffees Steaming 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 12 Fresh Batteries 11 Kits of First Aid 10 Camo Tape Rolls 9 Rare Earth magnets 8 Happy Meal Toys 7 Coffees Steaming 6 Ammo Boxes 5 Bison Tubes 4 Woolen Socks 3 Geocoins 2 Hiking Boots and a Garmin Vista Hc

I have a BlackBerry PDA with CacheBerry ($15) and Google maps (free). This lets me combine paperless caching with both street map view and sattelite view. CacheBerry will show you where the cache is on the Google maps. Because of this, I have never sprung for the maps for my GPSR. I use my Garmin Vista Hcx when I get close in because it's receiver is much more accurate than the phone. I love this setup. Of ocurse, it only works well if there is phone reception. If I ever get into really deep woods caching where there is no cell reception then I may rethink things.