Cornell Finch

Hey all! Just a couple of quick updates for y'all: Posted a couple of new posts on the website (http://www.ukgcpodast.com)- 1 blatantly stolen straight from the forum on the "you know you're a geocacher when" type subject, and a new one today on Skype and AudioBoo. Yes, I've got Skype running and recording. So, if you are a Skype type (Skyper?) then give me a call (ukgeocachingpodcast - linked from the website) and let us know what you're up to. Milestones, events, new caches, rants, raves, you name it. As long as it's clean (I can bleep swearing but would prefer not to have to!) it stands a great chance of making it into the show. The question of the month (what is your favourite geocache and why) is still running and will be until about Thursday. Don't forget we're on Twitter too - http://twitter.com/ukgcpodcast The Street Searchers (thanks guys!) have come up with a great idea of "cache of the week" so look out for that on the website in the next couple of days too. Going to finally record some of the podcast tonight and tomorrow and (as I have a day off for the Queen's Birthday) will start compiling audio into the final show on Tuesday. Show will (barring disasters) go live on Monday 7 June on the website and iTunes (as soon as I figure out how) shortly afterwards. Hope to hear from you soon!

I posted a question on the website. I would be grateful if you could take a peek and answer the question (if you feel like it!) http://www.ukgcpodcast.com/2010/05/21/question-of-the-month/ Will be asking a regular question, next month's will be in the show and on the website when the show is released. For info, I am set to record the main show next week, the interview with the new cacher next weekend. If you have any news, info, milestones etc that you would like to share, please feel free to get in touch. I'd also like to hear more suggestions for topics for show 2! All the best for now Collin collin@ukgcpodcast.com

That's a very interesting question! I remember the shenanigans a while ago between the two. I would have to say Les Stroud. Bear Grylls is great but I think Les is better.

These were taken while walking around the Stoughton Stumble yesterday with AllyD, MrsD and Millie the Geohound. Unfortunately I cannot remember which two caches we were between so the link goes to the first in the series. Hope that's ok! GC26BM4 - Stoughton Stumble - Start Thanks for letting me play! If I were judging then a couple of those from other cachers would make me think had about which one would win so good luck!

That's kind of annoying actually. I was involved with the CO archiving the caches and have asked him a few times to collect the containers. I hadn't realised he hadn't! Good luck hiding the cache!

Thanks bud! Just for info, test recording tonight, if that goes ok then I hope to have an audio trailer on the website by the weekend and then iTunes not long after. Also been chatting to a brand new cacher (first cache was Sunday) today who has agreed to be inteviewed. Hope to record that next week. We're also on facebook now, link fromthe website as I can't get to it as I am typing this on my iPhone. Munkeh - many many thanks for the email, I will respond tonight when I can get to my email!

Nope, that's just the M4. Mine does it every time I get past the Severn Bridge. Only way to fix it is to turn round...

Simply exporting the filtered list of caches to a GPX will allow cachemate to import it. Does the filter do anything different? Ta!

Munkeh - Thanks for hitting up the URL! Yeah, sorry about the trousers folks, it's the only pic I have of me while caching. smstext - unfortunately the forum doesn't allow voting. I think popularity shouldn't be measured on peoples' willingness to download Ep 1. It should be measured on a few things. Two I can think of: 1. Peoples' willingness to DL episode two. 2. The growth of listeners from Ep1 to Ep2. Many of the first listeners will be those who have read it here, on my blog, on Twitter, on Facebook and through word of mouth. As the saying goes: "If you like it, tell your friends. If you don't, please tell us"! Simply Paul - you're absolutely right, it has to hook everybody's attention. I fully realise that it won't be everybody's cup of tea, but if we can appeal to the majority then I am a happy bunny (as is the majority!) Thanks for the content suggestions. Initially I will be solo hosting but even from Ep 1 I am hoping to do an interview to break up the flow of my voice and add some variation. Perhaps later on I can find a co-host who will regularly "present" with me. Palujia - I would love to hear your stories and will certainly try to include them if you send them to me. Munkeh has already given you all the URL but if anyone wants to email me something for the podcast then you can do so at collin@ukgcpodcast.com Thanks again to all for your interest, I really hope I don't let y'all down!

It's ok, I talk fast! Thanks for the kind comments.

Sorry, was getting myself all confused. I most certainly did mean the 10 minute time limit for YouTube and not iTunes!

Wow! Many many thanks for all your interest! It's great to know that people would listen (to at least one) to the podcast. So, some answers to questions asked: First - a podcast is an audio file that a listener can grab on pretty much any subject that you can think of. It would be either downloaded to the user's MP3 player or Pc, or (if I can!) played directly through the podcast's website. To get an idea of the type of thing go to www.podcacher.com. You can listen to their podcast by clicking the play link in the latest post. Availibility - I would definitely make it available in iTunes, that's a given. I also hope to be able to make it available as a downloadable MP3 file and embedded on the website. I fully understand that there are Apple/iTunes "haters" out there and it would be particularly stupid to exclude them as listeners! There would also be an RSS feed available from the website to notify listeners when a new podcast is available. I also intend to set up on Twitter and FB as these can be very useful tools when used right. The problem with putting the podcast onto iTunes is the 10 minute time limit. I am aiming (I think) for a 20 - 30 minute show which would mean splitting the podcast into three sections. That's going to be a nause for the listener and more time editing and uploading for me. That said, if that's what the listeners want, that's what we'll do! Cheesy, Tacky, twee or too amateur? Only time and constructive criticism will tell. I will certainly try my best! I have listened to many different podcasts and hated many of them, not because of the content but because of the "amateurish" quality of the cast itself. CUrrykev - I have no problem with a little controversy, as long as I and participants keep it civil! One of the things I have thought about for show 1 is the new exclusion zone around Manchester Airport and the long term effect of Geocaching - whether other airports will follow suit. So, ideas for show #1 (my scribblings from late last night!) -------- Intro - letting you lot know who I am! The purpose of the cast. Potential subject ideas. 10 years events - how many, your stories. Mega Events info - 2010, 2011 AND 2012! Local Events - advertise yours for free! Manchester Airport. Regular spot: Geocaching in UK News. Regular spot: Your caching stories - how did you start? What have you done recently? Regular spot: Cacher of the month - an expose on a brave soul who is prepared to share all! First episode - me - expanding on the intro. Next month? Any volunteers? I would dearly love to interview Dr Solly if he's up for it! Also would like to tap up Deci for a chat. Geocaching in UK Scouting. Competition. I have already been contacted about a Geocaching Supplier who may be prepared to supply a few prizes. More on that soon! -------- How does that sound for a start? Any other suggestions? I am in the process of registering the domain name (to be announced!) and once that's up and running I will share the URL and an email address where you can send information for inclusion in the show. There will also be "show notes" to go with every podcast which will include links to information talked about in the show which will have a section where listeners can discuss the show and leave feedback - good, bad or otherwise. My wife is shaking her head at me right now, I just told her what I/we are planning and she's in disbelief! Me? I am SUPER excited about this and already miffed that I cannot get to the Mega event in Scotlan as I will be at Scout Camp in Norfolk.

Don't you just hate when the forum burps??? The original post was: Folks I have written a new post on my blog announcing my want to create a new UK based PodCast. As far as I know, none exists and I have the technical ability and the equipment to be able to do this. I will repeat the content of the post so you don't need to click away from the forum (though you can if you want!): I would love to hear your thoughts either in here or on my blog post at http://www.cornellfinch.com/2010/05/04/how...aching-podcast/ Collin

I know it's a bit of a pain, but using the actual coords (for your home or a very nearby location) rather than postcode (if you're searching near home) is accurate every time. Of course, if you go to your profile, there's a quick link to search for nearby caches and you can filter out your finds. Rarely do I use the hide & seek from the homepage for "local" caches.

Is the cache in the National Park area of the Forest? I believe that there's very strict guidelines for placing caches there, agreed by the FC and GAGB. Is this a new cache? Would you be prepared to share the GC number?

I use a scooty puff junior. Doesn't make me invisible but it does make people run away scared. Means I don't get bothered...

Hoegate is a good series. You also have Scouting Around West Dean which is a little east of Portsmouth. There are a couple up near Winchester - Ed's Circuit and Hursley Circular. Lockerley Loop up near Salisbury, or of course, the 3 UK Mega loops up near Alton. Edit: I was also going to recommend Joey's Wayfarer's wander, but it's disabled at the moment.

Tried that once, bloke asked me why I was trying to make a phone call with my GPS!

Let's try and make this long shot a little longer. If someone can get the TB and post it to me I have a Canadian (St John's NL) over all of next week and possibly part of the week after. I am sure that I could get him to take it home and post it to you.

I don't have a problem with logging in (Chrome) but the variation for the postcode seems to have jumped about 2 miles south for me.

Welcome! Get out before it's too late! Oh, hang on, you're here, it's already too late!! People have already said "you will not find everything". What would be great is if you could log the attempts on the cache page where you "did not Find", also known as DNF. It helps the cache owner know that, at least, there are still people looking for it. Many people will have differing opinions on how long/good an attempt you made before calling it a DNF. Personally, if I've got to ground zero (GZ) or thereabouts ad have managed to look then I will log a DNF. If I get near and (for example) there's people sitting on the most likely spot or the area is absolutely packed with non-players (muggles) then I either won't bother logging at all or will post a note saying something like "did not Attempt" and explain the reasons why.

Hey - y'all ought to try it where I am. No weather too hot, cold, snowy, windy or anything. Only things that stop me caching every day re work and SWMBO!

I make these: and give them away or put them in caches. Really easy to make - I will post instructions on my blog if anyone's interested. Stormdrane's blog has already been linked - there's some great tutorials and demos on there, it's what got me into the keyrings.

Thanks for the thread. I might try and make a metal one, hopefully it would stop help stop the destruction...

Um, do you mean WAP.geocaching.com?