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    Frapper Geocachers Map

    in General geocaching topics

    Posted · Edited by Crusso

    I was intending this as a NE map for starters but we might as well make this one the general Geocaching map test.

     

    Please just put your HOME ZIP CODE for now till we see how it works.

     

    Then we can see about breaking down into regions if we get enough interest. Remember, anyone can start thier own map for caches, finds, etc. If we get enough interest (and TPTB approve) maybe we can have a seperate forum for "Members Maps" for everyone to post links to thier maps.

    Frapper Geocachers Map

    in General geocaching topics

    Posted · Edited by Crusso

    Ok, it's not a google link but it also doesn't hit up the Geoacaching Site.

     

    I started a test map for the NE Geocachers, but it seems to have caught on and become a general cacher's map. Unfortunately I can't change the name of the map so even though it says "Northeast", everyone feel free to play around with it.

     

    Check it out and see if you like the idea.

    If so, we could do one for each regional group and one HUGE one for all Cachers!

    It's free so what the hey. Plus others see the maps and maybe we pique some interest!

     

    Cachers could even do individual ones for all their finds or hides or events, etc.

    AND, If everyone posted their caches to one single one, we'd have one big mess...oops.

     

    Hey, This should be a stickie!!

     

    North East Geocachers on the map!

    Problem With Mapsource 6.9.0.1 Beta?

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    I did find that if you click "Select Device" from the menu or toolbar and bring up the unit selection dialog, it disconnects from the unit. Then I transfer from the unit using Mapsourse, copy the waypoints I want and paste them into nRoute. It works in the other direction too.

     

    This is just what I mean... Really "user friendly"! You listed at least 4 steps neccessary to do something that should be seemless and simple. :P

    Gps On Commercial Airlines

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted · Edited by Crusso

    I have flown Hooter's Air several times recently. In all cases I did not ask to use the GPS, just did it.

     

    You flew Hooter's and the only thing u could think of to play with was your GPS! :D

     

    Anyway..... I stick my Garmin V on the little ledge on the bottom of the window then turn in my seat a little so my shoulder holds it in place and also blocks it from view so i can record the takeoff and climb tracks. When we get to cruising altitude I just stick it in the corner of my tray table nearest the window.

     

    As far as security goes... I work in an airport screening checkpoint and frequently we come across GPSs. Sometimes it happens that we need to search a bag because we saw something else on the xray which needed checking. Thinking we spotted an unfamiliar electronic item and that's why we are searching, the passenger will invariably say "There's a GPS in there. It's used for....." and I'll say "Sir I know what a gps is, ever hear of Geocaching?" "and by the way you can't take this Swiss Army Knife on board the plane!"

     

    At least thanks to me the screeners here are now all "GPS friendly!" Oh, and by the way, 9/11 hijackers may have used GPSs to mark some potential targets but there is NO evidence they used them on board.

    Central Park Hunt

    in Northeast

    Posted

    Last time I'll check this board is 7pm tonight. Are we a definite go? Please recap where we are meeting? When? and Who's coming? Gotta drive a ways to get there and want to make sure it's still on!

    New York City Geoteaming Event

    in Northeast

    Posted · Edited by Crusso

    That's funny, This is the message I got:

    Hello NYC Geocachers,

     

    My name is Adam Hitch, Director of Fun & Technology at PLAYTIME Inc., the

    official Geoteaming provider recognized by Geocaching.com.  We do corporate team

    building events based on Geocaching and I need your help!

     

    We have a 250 person event in Lower Manhattan starting at 388 Greenwich St, and

    we need geotechs to help our participants learn how to geocache.  If you choose

    to say yes, your responsibility would be to walk with the team, watch for safety

    issues, call 911 in the event of an emergency and be able to answer any

    questions about the technology we use, including GPS receivers, 2-Way radios,

    Pocket PC's and a digital cameras.  In addition you will have the opportunity to

    act as an ambassador for the sport of geocaching.  Most of our participants will

    be geocaching for the first time and undoubtedly some of them are going to get

    hooked.  Being an experienced geocacher, you will have the opportunity to share

    stories, answer questions and let them know how they can get started geocaching. 

     

    As an avid geocacher in your area, we'd like to invite you to be a geotech.  We

    will need you at the 388 Greenwich St from 11:00 am till 6:30 pm.  For your time

    and energy we can pay you $75, provide you with lunch and you will receive a

    geoteaming polo shirt that you will be wearing during the day.  As most of our

    geotechs have said in the past, "It's not about the money, it's about the love

    of the sport and sharing that with others."

     

    Who: You and Playtime Inc.

    What: Geoteaming Technical Assistance

    Where: 388 Greenwich St., New York City

    When: Wednesday, Oct. 10th, 2005; 11:00 am - 6:30 pm

    Why: $75, polo shirt, lunch and a chance to help others learn how to geocache.

     

    Are you interested?  We are looking for ten people, so it is first come first

    serve.  In order to reserve a spot, call (206) 363-1515 and talk to Andrew or

    myself.  We will take down your information and answer any questions that you

    might have about the event.

     

    Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you.

     

    Looks like the time changed and it's now up to $75! Guess they are having a hard time finding volunteers. I may be able to do it. Gotta check my sched for that date.

     

    So anyway, Is this thing legit? 2 diff rates of pay and by my calender Oct 10th is a Monday not a Weds! Is it on Mon Oct 10 or Wed Oct 12? Gonna shoot an email over and see.........

    Central Park Hunt

    in Northeast

    Posted · Edited by Crusso

    Sounds like fun to me! I always wanted to roam CP at night since I saw that movie "Warriors" :) - Oh wait, we're the good guys, right? :lol:

     

    Ok, I'll try to go anyway! Gonna check my calender.

     

    Include me when u get the info out.

    Been Caught Peeing!

    in General geocaching topics

    Posted

    Has anyone actually read the ad copy for this thing??!!

     

    P-mate at Glastonbury an overwhelming success. In Glastonbury they call the female urinal from P-Company 'She-pee'.

    Check at google: "she-pee" and read all about it.

     

    The unique and original P-Mate which enables woman to pee while standing upright.

     

    Once you have used it, you can't do without it.The P-Mate gives you more freedom, safety and hygiene. It is developed in connection with the experiences of thousands of women who have tested the P-Mate at grand events, both nationally and internationally.

     

    No toilets available when in desperate need of one?

    Dirty toilets?

    Always standing in the wrong line?

     

    THE P-MATE OFFERS THE SOLUTION!

    P-MATE.... YOUR LITTLE TRAVEL-DATE!

     

    I just love that last line!!

    Power Inverter

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted · Edited by Crusso

    I have the setup in my Jeep. Bought the biggest inverter I could for around $30. Just make sure the amperage rating is high enough for whatever the laptop draws then go up to the next size! Inverters put out a "false" sign wave (ac vs dc) but it doesn't seem to matter with Laptops as most of them convert the AC back down anyway. You can see some pics of my setup at:

     

    My Jeep's home page (I don't even have a Home Page!) :)

     

    click "View" box. Images are on pages 1 & 4

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