Paddy Yenar

The following rules apply when developing a geocache on the Daniel Boone National Forest: 1. Contact the District Ranger’s office prior to development in order to inquire about any designated and/or "off limit" areas and to learn interesting facts that may enhance the educational value of your virtual cache 2. Caches should last no more than one year. Notify the District Ranger Office upon removal. 3. Access routes and caches should avoid fragile areas, such as rockshelters, caves, bogs, wetlands, steep slopes, historic structures, and other sensitive sites. Do not use areas closed to the public. 4. Follow all posted information for developed recreation sites. 5. Do not interfere with or detract from other visitors' experiences. 6. Do not dig soil or cut vegetation when developing a cache. 7. Caches should be no more than 2 gallons in size. 8. Only virtual caches are allowed in the Red River Gorge. These caches are allowed by permit only. 9. Caches must not contain any food or hazardous materials. 10. Containers must be labeled on the outside so that it would not be mistaken as containing hazardous materials. 11. Caches need to be public, no member only or subscription caches. 12. Permits are required for commercial events. 13. No caches are allowed in Clifty or Beaver Creek Wilderness. 14. Encourage friends and fellow geocachers to follow these guidelines. For More Information Contact: Forest Supervisor’s Office: 1700 Bypass Road Winchester, Ky. 40391 859-745-3100 Morehead Ranger District: 2375 KY 801 south Morehead, Ky. 40351 606-784-6428 Stanton Ranger District: 750 West College Ave. Stanton, Ky. 40380 606-663-2852 London Ranger District: 761 South Laurel Rd. London, Ky. 40744 606-864-4163 Somerset Ranger District: 135 Realty Lane Somerset, Ky. 42501 606-679-2010 Stearns Ranger District: P.O. Box 429, US Hwy 27 North Whitley City, Ky. 42653 606-376-5323 Redbird Ranger District: 91 Peabody Road Big Creek, Ky. 40914 606-598-2192

I would also be willing to help. PY

Congratulations on your 2000th find. You have set the standard for geocaching in Kentucky. I am sure you could have reached 2000 much quicker if you had not taken the time to hide and maintain over 65+ quality caches. Thank you for all that you have added to the sport. PY Ps. remember to send that $10 bucks to my paypal account in exchange for the kind note. I do not want to wait like last time.

Congratulations on your latest milestone. And thank you for setting an example for all of us to follow. PY

Congratulations to my evil BUDDY on his milestone. I know that you could have hit 2000 caches quicker if you spent more time caching and less time helping slow clods like me around Nashville. And if you quit planning cool events and sharing your clever caching ideas you might be much closer to 3000. I am glad I have had the chance not only to find your evil caches but share the hunt with you. Way to go BUDDY. PY

Kudos to Dan for doing the site as long as he did. I am sorry it is gone. But I want to thank Dan for putting in the extra effort for so long. Thanks, PY

By State: Kentucky 356 Tennessee 173 Indiana 15 South Carolina 10 Pennsylvania 5 North Carolina 4 Michigan 2 West Virginia 1 Ohio 1 You think I would have more finds in Indiana and Ohio since they are both only an hour away. I guess I have some secret fear of driving over the Ohio River to geocache. PY

Mary, We talked on the phone. I thought you might want to check out Geocachers of Kentucky. Patrick

Just updating some contact information. Kate Krebs is now Kate Shanks. Her new email address is kshanks@lfucg.com. PY

Thanks for all the info. I will be staying out in Freeport, but can and will travel all over the city. I have relatives to visit in Moon and Mars. I will also hit Ikea, the festival at Heinz Field, and of course the Strip District for Saturday morning breakfast. I grew up in Coraopolis and moved to Kentucky after graduating from a high school in the South Hills. So I am familiar with the city, and can get around fairly well. So if any one else has any more suggestions, feel free to post them here or email me. I want to bag some cool caches. Also what are the caches like between Pittsburgh and (Little) Washington? Are there any caches worth stopping for on the return trip? Thanks, Paddy Geocky

I will be visiting Pittsburgh area over the holiday weekend (5/23-5/26). I am looking for some suggestions on some "most do" caches during my visit. I most likely will avoid long multi caches and anything that requires a major hike due to time constraints. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions that anyone has on the subject. Also are there any caches that should be avoided due to possible MIA or lack of maintenance? Thanks, PY Geocky

There is going to be a Geo-shindig in Louisville Kentucky on June 21, 2003. It looks like a few of the 1000+ club are having a lawn party somewhere in the "Ville" I'll be there with my McToy in hand (and maybe a few golfballs for SMTC). And if you're not the social type, there are over 1000 caches in a 100-mile radius of the event. Louisville has 3 major airports within 100 miles. Three interstates (I64, I65, and I71) run through the city. And I think the train still runs from Chicago. So there is no excuse not to attend. For more info checkout 1st Annual Geo-Woodstock

A Geo-shindig in Louisville Kentucky on June 21, 2003. It looks like a few of the 1000+ club are having a lawn party somewhere in the "Ville" I'll be there with my McToy in hand (and maybe a few golfballs for SMTC). Is this event black-tie or tie dye? For more info checkout 1st Annual Geo-Woodstock

Sorry for the triple post. The forums were just working so well yesterday.

The folowing is the policy for hiding caches in Lexington and Fayette County parks. Policy for hiding geocaches in L.F.U.C.G. Parks: 1) Groups/individuals must stay on trails at Raven Run and McConnell Springs where hiking off trail can cause ecological damage. 2) Groups/individuals must obey operating hours and park rules and must park in designated parking areas only. 3) The owner of the cache should provide an email of request to Kate Krebs, Recreation Supervisor/Naturalist. 4.) Current cache owners who already have caches in Lexington parks should send an email of request to Kate Krebs. 5.) Kate will respond to the request and will issue an approval number. Once this has been received the cache owner may seek approval from geocaching.com. 6.) Park staff will remove all caches hidden without approval. Requesting approval: Send an email to kkrebs@lfucg.com with the following information in the BODY OF THE EMAIL: 1. Name, address and phone number of the owner. 2. Include the name the cache will have on Geocaching.com. 3. Coordinates of the cache location and the coordinates any steps to get to the cache if applicable (for multi caches). 4. Name of the park where cache is to be hidden. 5. Include a description of the cache container (Tupperware, ammo box, and film canister). 6. If you include a parking suggestion include this in the request. 7. Include if the cache is existing (hidden prior to May 1, 2003 only) or new cache. 8. Include 1-2 sentences describing where the cache is hidden. Do not include pictures, diagrams, figures etc. Requests that are submitted incomplete will be returned. Once approval has been granted, you will be given an approval number. Include this number at the bottom of you cache description when you post the cache for approval from geocaching.com. Moving Caches: If a cache or any part of a cache needs to be moved due to environmental impact, non-geocachers finding it, etc. please resubmit the new coordinates and a new description of where the cache has been re-hidden.

A Point Of Contact for individual parks have not been named at this time. Here is the Kentucky State Parks website. Kentucky State Parks Home Page

A Point Of Contact for individual parks have not been named at this time. Here is the Kentucky State Parks website. Kentucky State Parks Home Page

Kentucky State Parks Policy and Rules For Geocaching Federal, state and local governments manage public lands in Kentucky. Each agency has their own mission, which directs how they manage the lands under their jurisdiction. This means rules and regulations for public use differ according to each agency. Kentucky State Parks is a state agency mandated to provide outdoor recreation opportunities to the public while, at the same time, protect the states natural, cultural and historic resources. Many parks contain fragile habitats that can be damaged by foot traffic or have hazardous areas such as cliff-lines or sinkholes that may be pose a danger to visitors. Rules have been established that safeguard each park's resources. Following these rules ensures that everyone enjoys a quality experience with prime educational opportunities each time they visit. Please help us protect these special areas for future generations. These rules should be followed when considering the placement of a geocache on a state park. Failure to do so will result in the removal of your cache by park staff. 1. Contact the park prior to your visit to obtain permission to place your geocache, and inquire about possible designated and/or "off limit" areas. 2. Only virtual caches are allowed at the following parks, which have dedicated state nature preserves. Nothing physical can be placed on these properties. This is for the purpose of coinciding with the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission's geocaching policy. Audubon, Blue Licks, Carter Caves, Cumberland Falls, Kingdom Come, Natural Bridge, & Pine Mountain. 3. Keep your activities confined directly to the trail, and refrain from having to get off the trail to place or hunt for a geocache. Do not access fragile areas, such as rockhouses, caves, bogs, wetlands, steep slopes, historic structures, and other sensitive sites. Avoid areas closed to the public, or deemed unsafe. 4. Follow all trail rules. Trail systems and some parks, close at dark. 5. Do not interfere, or detract from other park visitors' experiences. Do not place the cache in high use visitation areas. 6. Adhere to all other land use rules and posted information. 7. Report any incidents, problems, or violations to the appropriate park staff. 8. Encourage friends, and fellow geocachers to follow these guidelines.

Kentucky State Parks Policy and Rules For Geocaching Federal, state and local governments manage public lands in Kentucky. Each agency has their own mission, which directs how they manage the lands under their jurisdiction. This means rules and regulations for public use differ according to each agency. Kentucky State Parks is a state agency mandated to provide outdoor recreation opportunities to the public while, at the same time, protect the states natural, cultural and historic resources. Many parks contain fragile habitats that can be damaged by foot traffic or have hazardous areas such as cliff-lines or sinkholes that may be pose a danger to visitors. Rules have been established that safeguard each park's resources. Following these rules ensures that everyone enjoys a quality experience with prime educational opportunities each time they visit. Please help us protect these special areas for future generations. These rules should be followed when considering the placement of a geocache on a state park. Failure to do so will result in the removal of your cache by park staff. 1. Contact the park prior to your visit to obtain permission to place your geocache, and inquire about possible designated and/or "off limit" areas. 2. Only virtual caches are allowed at the following parks, which have dedicated state nature preserves. Nothing physical can be placed on these properties. This is for the purpose of coinciding with the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission's geocaching policy. Audubon, Blue Licks, Carter Caves, Cumberland Falls, Kingdom Come, Natural Bridge, & Pine Mountain. 3. Keep your activities confined directly to the trail, and refrain from having to get off the trail to place or hunt for a geocache. Do not access fragile areas, such as rockhouses, caves, bogs, wetlands, steep slopes, historic structures, and other sensitive sites. Avoid areas closed to the public, or deemed unsafe. 4. Follow all trail rules. Trail systems and some parks, close at dark. 5. Do not interfere, or detract from other park visitors' experiences. Do not place the cache in high use visitation areas. 6. Adhere to all other land use rules and posted information. 7. Report any incidents, problems, or violations to the appropriate park staff. 8. Encourage friends, and fellow geocachers to follow these guidelines.

The following is the Kentucky State Nature Preserve Commission's policy on Geocaching. Geocaching On Kentucky State Nature Preserves Public lands in Kentucky are managed by federal, state and local governments. Each agency has their own mission, which directs how they manage the lands under their jurisdiction. This means rules and regulations for public use differ according to each agency. The Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission (KSNPC) is a state agency mandated to seek out the remaining high quality examples of Kentucky’s original landscape and protect them in a system of nature preserves. KSNPC also works with other public and private landowners to meet this mandate. Rare plants and animals as well as intact natural communities are protected within the boundaries of state nature preserves from the Mississippi River to Pine Mountain and many places in between. Many preserves contain fragile habitats that can be damaged by foot traffic or have hazardous areas such as cliff-lines or sinkholes that may be pose a danger to hikers. Rules have been established that safeguard each preserve’s natural resources, which are the primary focus of KSNPC’s efforts. Following these rules ensures that everyone enjoys a quality experience with prime educational opportunities each time they visit. Please help us protect these special areas. Please follow these rules when considering the placement of a geocache on a state nature preserve: 1. Only virtual caches may be developed for state nature preserves. Nothing physical may be placed on these properties. Contact the regional manager prior to development in order to inquire about any designated and/or "off limit" areas and to learn interesting facts that may enhance the educational value of your virtual cache. 2. All public visitors are restricted to the marked trail system. Please keep your activities confined directly to the trail. Referencing trail markers (where present) will aid in keeping visitors from attempting to leave the trail and go across country. Do not access fragile areas, such as rockshelters, caves, bogs, wetlands, steep slopes, historic structures, and other sensitive sites. Do not use areas closed to the public, or deemed unsafe. 3. Follow all preserve rules and all other land use rules and posted information for each site. 4. Do not interfere with or detract from other visitors' experiences. 5. Nature preserves are open sunrise to sunset only. 6. Report any incidents, problems, or violations to the preserve manager. 7. Encourage friends and fellow geocachers to follow these guidelines. For More Information Contact: David Skinner, Eastern and Central Regions Preserve Manager 502 573-2886 Kyle Napier, Southeastern Region Preserve Manager 606 633-0362 Lane Linnenkohl, Western Region Preserve Manager 270 745-7005

The following is the Kentucky State Nature Preserve Commission's policy on Geocaching. Geocaching On Kentucky State Nature Preserves Public lands in Kentucky are managed by federal, state and local governments. Each agency has their own mission, which directs how they manage the lands under their jurisdiction. This means rules and regulations for public use differ according to each agency. The Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission (KSNPC) is a state agency mandated to seek out the remaining high quality examples of Kentucky’s original landscape and protect them in a system of nature preserves. KSNPC also works with other public and private landowners to meet this mandate. Rare plants and animals as well as intact natural communities are protected within the boundaries of state nature preserves from the Mississippi River to Pine Mountain and many places in between. Many preserves contain fragile habitats that can be damaged by foot traffic or have hazardous areas such as cliff-lines or sinkholes that may be pose a danger to hikers. Rules have been established that safeguard each preserve’s natural resources, which are the primary focus of KSNPC’s efforts. Following these rules ensures that everyone enjoys a quality experience with prime educational opportunities each time they visit. Please help us protect these special areas. Please follow these rules when considering the placement of a geocache on a state nature preserve: 1. Only virtual caches may be developed for state nature preserves. Nothing physical may be placed on these properties. Contact the regional manager prior to development in order to inquire about any designated and/or "off limit" areas and to learn interesting facts that may enhance the educational value of your virtual cache. 2. All public visitors are restricted to the marked trail system. Please keep your activities confined directly to the trail. Referencing trail markers (where present) will aid in keeping visitors from attempting to leave the trail and go across country. Do not access fragile areas, such as rockshelters, caves, bogs, wetlands, steep slopes, historic structures, and other sensitive sites. Do not use areas closed to the public, or deemed unsafe. 3. Follow all preserve rules and all other land use rules and posted information for each site. 4. Do not interfere with or detract from other visitors' experiences. 5. Nature preserves are open sunrise to sunset only. 6. Report any incidents, problems, or violations to the preserve manager. 7. Encourage friends and fellow geocachers to follow these guidelines. For More Information Contact: David Skinner, Eastern and Central Regions Preserve Manager 502 573-2886 Kyle Napier, Southeastern Region Preserve Manager 606 633-0362 Lane Linnenkohl, Western Region Preserve Manager 270 745-7005

We our looking for geocachers in Kentucky who are interested in joining GeoCKY. The group is preparing for a meeting with representatives of several state organizations concerning the role of Geocaching on state managed land. We want to make sure that we have a voice in future policies concerning Geocaching. Please sign up and show your support. www.geocky.org PY

JBB is located in The Mall at Lexington Green. Which sits in the Southwest corner of New Circle (Circle 4) and Nicholasville Road (US 27). The cafe is in the upper level.

Just let me know when and where. I have a feeling Adventure Dog will also have to sit this one out. She is going to be bummed. As for the website, go for it. I am sure Poppy Bear can swing the bill once his ammo can painting business takes off. TTF, do you still have the Logo artwork? I wish everyone a Safe and Happy New Year filled with many caches that do not require math. PY

If wcgreen posts the coordinates of the table as "GPS accuracy at the waypoint was 42 feet", does this mean the table will be in the parking lot?