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justintim1999

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  1. I had one in the burnt out hole of a large tree. Someone posted a dnf so I went out to find the tree had finally fallen. I'm sure the cache was there under the rubble somewhere. Although the tree was about 4 foot around and looked to be solid as a rock, I'm glad no one was in the area when it came down. Wonder if it made a sound?
  2. Kind of like guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. All kidding aside, I'm sure that in most cases asking a CO to check up on their cache is warranted based on previous logs. You would hope the cache owner is reading the same logs you are and would voluntarily take a look. Not sure if we're going off into the weeds again but i think if you use the logs as intended and take a 2nd look before posting a NM or NA, things will work out just fine.
  3. Me too. Coordinates off, GPS bounce.....all reasons why, in most cases, I'm never 100% sure a cache is missing.
  4. I have yet to DNF a cache I was 100% sure was missing. Had many DNFs I've returned to find within a minute with a big ole slap on the head wondering how I could have missed it the first time. If we're talking about a cache hidden in a tree in the middle of a desert that has 3 DNFs, then I'll play along. I think those situations are few and far between. Let's be clear. No one should be scared to post any log that fits the situation. But If you're going to assume, let's just hope you assume correctly.
  5. If I were a cacher and didn't find the final for any reason....DNF noting where along the way I was stopped. I wouldn't consider the Owner's maintenance log as I wouldn't post an OM for a missing trackable but I would mention it in the DNF or in a separate note. If I were the owner.... I'd see two finds (I assume the OM on the missing trackable was a find) and one DNF. Everyone's maintenance runs are different, but I wouldn't be moving up my schedule any time soon for one DNF. I also wouldn't be removing the trackable until I could confirm it was missing. I would take note of the Cachers experience though. I know that some people think that a series like the one you described absolves them of actually having to check up on them from time to time. I guess that's something you have to be willing to do if you're going to place a series like that. I would think an owner of a cache like that would appreciate the accurate use of logs...especially the owner's maintenance one.
  6. Blunt and evil are such harsh words for a logging process that's quite simple. Only asking that people think about the logs they use before they use them. Each log conveys specific information about ones visit and allows me to decide what, if anything, I'm going to find if I decide to go looking.
  7. Found the cache = Found log Found the cache & it needs maintenance = Found & Needs maintenance logs Didn't find the cache = Did not find log Needs archived is the only subjective log choice and should only be used with care. If you post the correct logs eventually the cache will be flagged, and a reviewer will get involved to resolve the issue one way or the other.
  8. I have two musette bags. One set up for finding caches and one for cache maintenance. The find it bag has basic stuff. tweezers, multitool, pens, pencils, note pad, first aid kit, solar battery bank, a couple of magnets, a bit of bank line, compas (out of habit), swag. Room for a water bottle or two. I should upgrade the maintenance bag to something bigger. Lots more stuff involved.
  9. In the found log a month ago they noted the cache needed maintenance. The previous 15 logs and the one after indicated the cache was fine. Knowing the hide the only issue would be a full log which I replaced in March. Glad they didn't post a needs maintenance log based on the condition of the cache when they actually found it.
  10. This cacher has 314 finds so it could be someone catching up on their own account. in 10 years, this is the first time I've encountered this. Looked odd at first but it seems possible it's legit. Thanks
  11. Received an email today regarding a found log posted to one of my caches. The log is dated 5/24/2020. The cache has been archived since September of 2021. This individual logged two other caches today. One was part of a series which included the cache listed above (also archived). The other was logged as found 6/18/2023 from a series 25 miles away. Has anyone experienced people who log finds years after they've been found? Do you think these logs are bogus? Thanks
  12. That's your opinion and I respect it. My opinion still stands. I don't expect the CHS to be going any where soon. In that case I choose to change how I log to support what GS is trying to do. I'm sure the OP can view both sides of the issue and decide what the best course of action will be.
  13. In your case I'd write a note explaining your situation. With the creation of the "cache score" a DNF could negatively effect a cache that's perfectly fine. I only log a DNF when I've reached GZ and actually searched.
  14. I feel ya. You can except an animal or mother nature destroying one of your caches but I never understood why a reasoning brain would think doing something like that was somehow a good thing. Just picture your cache on fire and Yogi Bear coming along to put it out.
  15. Was the cache well concealed after this find? Did you reach out and ask them about it? If they were truly bad cachers I'd bet you'd notice a few NM logs after some of their other finds. Seems odd to go through all that trouble to find a cache just to vandalize it. I tend not to jump to conclusions on things like this but to be honest I've never had something like this happen to me. Most of what I see looks like inexperience or simple mistakes. I think most people who understand the game have more respect than that......but I'm sure there are exceptions.
  16. No... what I said is I'm all for playing the game right but I'm not going to put a bunch of time and effort policing those who choose not to. I take care of my caches and when finding a cache I'll post the appropriate logs according to the situation. The rest I leave up to the reviewers to handle. The only way to encourage "good practices" is through example. The only way to discourage "bad practices" is through logs. What I won't do is get upset or discouraged over something I have very little control over.
  17. I think most people who hid and find caches do so because they want to not because they have to. I also think that the vast majority of them are responsible and try to to the right things. For those reasons I don't think a hands off approach would spell the end of the hobby. I'm all for playing the game right, I just don't let those who choose not to effect my enjoyment of it.
  18. Same as you. If it's all about the smiley, a caching streak or some sort of challenge I can see how one would be "effected". I pretty much know the solid cache owners in my area so If I'm involved in something like that I'll try and choose a cache I'm relatively confident will be there and in good shape. I enjoy the find as much as the next person but it's not the primary reason I cache so false find logs, wet caches and missing travel bugs don't bother me all that much.
  19. Just had a discovered log on a travel bug I've had in my possession for over three years, even though it states on the TB page "No virtual logs please". No in depth investigating needed on this one. I just deleted the log and moved on. Obsessing over cheaters just ruins the game for me. I have better things to do with my time than police the Geocaching community. In my opinion you can't legislate morality and trying to do so is a huge waste of time.
  20. Are you sure it was a fellow Geocacher? Could it have been a muggle or an animal? As for me I still can't think of any bad cachers.
  21. My comment was responding more to deleting a find because of the "I didn't have a pen" thing. In your case I don't agree with having your find deleted. I also think one smiley isn't worth the time and effort.
  22. I have no problem with someone following the guidelines to a T. If you are a cache owner I'm sure you've had your share of "Didn't sign the log. Forgot a pen". I can't remember the last time I've forgotten a pen but if for some reason I didn't sign the log I wouldn't expect the cache owner to let it slide. They have every right to delete my find and I'd double check my bag to make sure I had a couple of pens with me next time. I consider myself a responsible cache owner but I can count on one finger the number of finds I've deleted. I guess I'm just to darn trusting. I could never be a judge (or reviewer).....everyone would be innocent.
  23. I wonder if calibrating your phones compass would help? Find and improve your location’s accuracy - Android - Google Maps Help
  24. I just can't get all worked up about all that. All you can do about most of it is log your NM and move on. The only thing I can really control is my own geocaches. Lead by example and sooner or later people with notice. I think you'd be better off if you'd stop obsessing about what others are doing (or not doing) and concentrate on enjoying the experience. People choose to play the game all kinds of ways. Why not just let them do that?
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