salmondan
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I'm confused. What's wrong with using stamps to sign logs? I know someone whose official signature is a stamp; if it's good enough for her bank, then it's good enough for geocaching.For the most part those high number cachers are all a farce anyway you know. #1 doesn't sign logs- has several stamps that he and his crew use- exchange emails to clarify data before logging, but what the hey- it's all a game anyway yes?And why is it a problem to exchange email to clarify data before logging? On group trips, I often end up emailing a list of caches found to everyone in the group. And occasionally, group members even email corrections back. Why would that be a problem?
Your described scenario of course is not a problem. Because you were there. But should you give me your stamp, and I do a caching run and share the details for you to log.... Well , that's a twist that some might not find is in the true spirit of the game.
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For the most part those high number cachers are all a farce anyway you know. #1 doesn't sign logs- has several stamps that he and his crew use- exchange emails to clarify data before logging, but what the hey- it's all a game anyway yes?
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I'm voting please return them. For personal tracking purposes. To discourage artificially inflating stats. And sorry- but I don't log a cache twice- even if it's a moving cache that I've found twice, so that's not an issue with me. If you have your reasons, fine, this stat can reflect that and you'll know the reason.
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Can you load pocket queries onto this?
I received a Garmin Nuvi 1490 LMT in the recent holiday, but it was not known that I already have a Nuvi. I would like to sell this one. It is brand new, comes with all the stock accessories, but no box.. I am asking $100. If I don't hear anything in a week, it's going to eBay.
thanks
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I bought a new Magellan last month and sent it back when I could not get it to accept and find geo caches downloaded from Geocaching.com. Now I have a new eTrek10 and it is locking up on me when I try to get the set up done. Are there any places where I can get hands on help with my new toys?
summerwinter
Local meetings are a great way to connect up with folks- search for nearby events to see what's going on in your area.
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Just went from a PC to a Mac and need instruction on how to download my query to my Garmin.
I use the Load My Tracks program. I believe there was a pinned instruction link- either on the geocaching site or the forums, I'll look and update when I find.
Well- turns out Load My Tracks which I have been using with my old etrex Legend model has not been updated for the newer units. Just got me a new GPSmap 62s so I'm new to the learning curve as well.
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Just went from a PC to a Mac and need instruction on how to download my query to my Garmin.
I use the Load My Tracks program. I believe there was a pinned instruction link- either on the geocaching site or the forums, I'll look and update when I find.
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GC37GH9- re-enabled today 5/14/ good to go
GC1AE9H- I think I was the last one to get it- meh/ not my idea of a good time
GC3DFM2- That's by Deety- keep an eye on it, but I'm sure she's planning on making sure all of hers are in good shape before the guests come.
Bookmark posted.
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#7 GC37GH9 - Temp. disabled
#33 GC23924 - Need to keep an eye on this one, last two were DNF
#55 GC23924 - Looks like it is gone, but last log claiming DNF was a found it. Oh, well.
#96 GC1AE9H - I don't know, sounds like a lot of blackberries, lots of poo and questionable container.
#100 GC1AE9H - Last two make it sound missing.
#106 GC4FNP0 - Need to watch, sounds missing
#112 GC3DFM2 - Lot's of frequent finds and then a couple spaced out DNF's, hmmmm.
#146 GC4G8EV - Reported wet, soaked, broken and then a DNF.
Some thing new
Go to cachemachine.hollenback.org and you can download a GSAK macro (link to instructions on the page) and a data file. This will allow you to insert the stop numbers in the user sort column.
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Thanks, wonderful keepsake. The owner was a very special woman. Picture of coin attached to my log on: TB1KXZD
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I received a coin from a cacher's estate- 2006 Geocoin- The documentation that came with it includes a Certificate of Authenticity- from geocachetreasure.com The coin is named The Green Man. It is not a trackable- has an issued edition number.
Anyone know anything about it? (I have a picture, but can't figure out how to insert in this note)
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Yup there are some definite issues with the geocaching site....looking at my PQ and it has 1 local and then the next ones are 70+ miles away....well this should make it a challenge to find a cache to log tomorrow
Fortunately not an issue here- my local community has been setting new caches like crazy for this challenge month, I'll just go get one that published tonight.
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The same Problem here. Oh, I hate this Amateur programmers!
CU
Stefan
I do believe the lackey's abilities far exceed what we have purchased with our mobile app and premium fees. Oh wait- a sizable percentage use the site and play the game for free- I guess they too get much more than they pay for.
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Isn't that where we are now? This caching streak/icon challenge has sparked that for many of the less competitive folk- another member of my caching circle got flat out confirmation of this- got an email from some traveling rvers stating that they would be logging a series of caches they had found of hers one by one as they wanted the 31 day icons- justifying it with the assurance that they had found and logged each of these caches- just not on the dates they were logging.
And these are just two examples that I know of. I'm sure we can all cite more.
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One of the posters asked if Groundspeak could/does help- im guessing they don't care. Member of my caching circle has clear evidence of some elaborate cheating- using a stamp- having others add their signature when they log and then send an email with all caching details so they could write their own personal logs- Groundspeak just essentially shrugged and said they are only hurting themselves.
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After experiencing this concept in the context of the Block Party my feedback is 1) I understand why they were created and 2) I think it worked- I spent most of my day in Seattle caching- what with the geotour, the labs and the beer. Daylight left over to hit the oldest cache in Seattle and some of the most favored caches as well before heading out of town. Thanks for the fun.
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Is anyone seeing the 12 Lab caches in EVERYONE'S stats? Even people who didn't go anywhere near Block Party....
Yes- there seems to be some sort of glitch/bug- looks like anyone who logged a cache on the 17th got all the labs. Hoping this will be fixed when the lackeys get back to work next week. Fun party.
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Yeah, figured that out, but couldn't do that on the Palm either- it's fine. Just need to see the description, hints and some logs when I reach the cache. Not really interested in paying monthly fees for a smart phone nor upgrading my GPS yet.
I'm good now. Thanks for the help.
Yeah, that'll work for carrying your cache info around.he touch- 8gb-...did get my queries to load todayIt just won't be able to load queries, upload logs, show or update your location, unless you're next to a WiFi hotspot. Gotta save all that stuff for when you're home.
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The touch- 8gb- generation just before the one that came out this month.
Not sure how I did it- but did get my queries to load today- and had a successful day.
Just ordered some shield protectors from Zagg as the unit is far more delicate than the palm.
If anyone wants a palm m500 with all the accessories, leather case and cachemate loaded- get in touch. Gonna miss that thing......
what model ipod did you get with the computer?
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Been a paperless Mac user for years using a Legend Cx, Palm m500, premium membership/queries, cachemate and MacCMconvert. Bit of a learning curve at first- but worked for me- until I replaced my older Mac.
Looks like the palm can no longer work on this newer operating system.
Computer came with an ipod so was hoping I could use that to load my pocket queries. Foolishly bought the geocaching app without fully researching- and find it is not intuitive, does not have any sort of help file, and don't see any forum for help questions. Hopefully I am being dense and these things exist- if so just steer me in the right direction.
If not- anyone know if the ipod is capable of storing pocket queries and if so, how? I looked up a tutorial on youtube- but it was an older version of the app- I'm stuck on my device's current location is...... once I get there (used the home set up/as this is an ipod/not phone- did I perhaps get the wrong app?) and never do get to the pocket query screen that is demonstrated on the video.
Thanks- very, very frustrated, went caching yesterday without notes and did pretty poorly- really do need my hints and logs.
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Thanks- figured it out (yes, I'm the owner- sorta- doing this for my local geocaching group- forgot to log in on that account.) Mission accomplished.
Use the TB reference number, not the tracking number on the item. I believe this should work, let me know if it doesn't.
it will not work until the owner of the coin is sending him the request to Adopt the Coin
from the message he gets, that hasn't happened yet
Perhaps you might want to read the last paragraph of his OP. He is trying to "adopt out" his own coin. The same page he is describing is for the owner to initiate an adoption, and want- to -be owner to adopt..He even underlined this!! He has obviously entered the wrong numbers.
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Attempting to transfer ownership of a coin-
When I attempt I get the following message:
Geocaching > Adopt a Listing
Adoptions
You have not been asked to adopt this listing.
Well- no- I am trying to adopt it out. Is there a different page that I am missing that I am supposed to use to begin this process?
Thanks.
Occasionally users need to transfer ownership of their listings to other users. This is a handy utility for sending and receiving adoption requests and a way to help make the transition go smoothly for the new listing owner.
Refresh this page.
Enter the GC Code (GCXXX) or tracking ID (TBXXX) of the listing you were asked to adopt or would like to put up for adoption. You can also enter the code in order to cancel an existing adoption request.
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How would you rate the terrain? No hike, flat ground- but no way to reach (even with a niffty nabber) without a ladder.
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Thanks Team Taran- lots of good ideas.
It's that middle age I have trouble with- will be bringing assorted crafts and such for the wee ones. Love the idea about the puzzle caches.
Let's see:
Create a log for a liar's cache! Allow them to use words or pictures. Camouflage film canisters or other small cache container. Provide lots of material and let them go to it. You can add prizes or simply have an art show. Design some easy versions of typical puzzle caches and let them solve them. If you are feeling creative allow them to enter their cords in a checker to see if they are right. Offer some hidden picture type puzzles with caches hidden in them. ( You can find some of these online. Look for ones that already include containers such as bottles, boxes, etc., if you aren't feeling creative.) Have a scavenger hunt. Some of these would work better than others depending on level of supervision but one or more of them should be feasible.
Team Taran
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Hosting an event (potluck/indoors)- would like to include a children's area. Anyone have any table activities/games that 8-12 year olds might like?
Thanks.
display geocaching icons on nuvi
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What Nuvi do you use?