Cache Heads

I haven't hid nor found a 5/5, but as far as I know the owner is not obligated to give any information that they feel will take the challenge out of the hide. If you think figuring out what type of equipment to use is part of the challenge, then it's your right as the cache owner not to include that info on the page... IMHO.

Oh, now we see how it is!

I haven't found my CSx to be complicated at all. Yeah, I have to calibrate the compass when i change the batteries. But that's only when I want to use the electronic compass (which has come in handy enough to make it worth the $20)-- otherwise, I could just turn it off and I've got a Cx. I set my altimeter to auto-calibrate and haven't touched it since-- works just fine. Truthfully, that alone was worth the $20. Remember, you can always turn these functions off and have yourself a Cx. But, if you find yourself in need of these features even a couple times, you'll probably be glad you spent the extra few bucks.... IMHO EDIT: nevermind

I finally figured that out a couple of weeks ago... something about its placement or something makes it tricky to see. But it sure does save me time, now that I've found it ! EDIT: spelling

Maybe I don't understand... if you want to search for caches with Google Maps, you can do it on the GC.com website or with the Google Earth KML like ThePropers said. Why do you need the extension? (not that I could do it ) EDIT: fixed link

If I came across a situation where I really thought it was a problem (haven't yet...), I'd probably just contact the owner with a friendly email.. I don't think it warrants a note or it's own log category, personally. I also don't think it's fair to expect child waypoints for parking, etc..., unless a cacher has specifically listed those coords in their description already (as you said). We don't post parking coords for our traditionals because there are many options and that's part of the fun!

I got this reply when I entered our multi without the child waypoints (I didn't know you could hide them from being seen !): So, I'd say it's strongly advised-- at least in our area.

Look, what this guy seems to be doing with the coin is wrong-- but GC.com is not a court. They don't have time to decide on these "he said, she said" issues. You took a coin and put it in a geocache... anyone could have taken it (or even taken the cache it was in!)-- you are lucky you even know who it is. If you place something in a geocache, you have to be somewhat prepared for the fact that it may never be seen again. Not that stealing it is right. I suggest taking a deep breath, relaxing and then thinking of a diplomatic way to get your coin back if that's what you want. I'm sure there's a way. EDITED: 'cause I said "have to have be somewhat prepared"

That was my point.

But they'll take the time to call your voicemail... and they'll actually care what you have to say on it? What is the difference between reading the words "OFFICIAL GEOCACHE - WWW.GEOCACHING.COM" and hearing the same thing on a voicemail? Just write "NOT A BOMB" on the container, if you're worried about it.... it's takes up less space than a phone number +area code and carries just as much merit as a voicemail message would. (I'm picturing the bomb squad huddling around a cell phone going "Oh!! We thought it was pronounced geocachay.... now we can all go home!" ) EDIT: BTW, CR-- I know this topic wasn't about the phone number debate... thanks for providing the info-- it could definitely be cool for a mystery, multi, event, etc...

Don't worry... I'm sure it won't be long before I give you a nice opportunity to return the favor

The main page of a user's profile does show the date of their "Last Visit".... that's what I usually check to see how active a hider has been.

You archived it because there was a bong nearby? Good thing that's not the poilicy here in L.A. or we wouldn't have any more caches!

I think the OP was referring to cache pages on GC.com, not the Groundspeak forums. I have seen cache pages that have turned into forum-like scenarios, but I really think that is supposed to be avoided if at all possible-- adding forum-like functions (such as "ignore this user's logs") might encourage people to use the cache pages more like forums and I'm not so sure TPTB want to encourage such a thing. Beyond that, unlike forum posts, cache logs could very well contain extremely important information. For instance, what if a cache you are searching for was just found by a user you are ignoring and their log says "watch out for the huge beehive that has formed along the trail-- take the fork at XXX coords to avoid it!" or, "Ouch! That container has sharp edges, I cut myself on it!" ( or something like that...). I'd think those are things you'd want to know... even from a user you don't ususally care to hear from.

We have this cache that has only been visited once in 2 months. It's got weird hours, math, waypoint projection, etc... not particularly hard, but takes more than 10 or 15 minutes. Most people around here like them a bit faster, I think. In any case, I wouldn't archive it just because it doesn't get visited too often. I think that makes it special

I guess that's where I'm coming from. I've thought about attending an event or two in the past, but I was never too sure I'd want them figuring into my stats-- just because, personally, I never saw the connection between them and an actual geocache. Fair enough. Like I said before, I'm not attacking the idea of event caches-- I'm simply trying to understand them better and get an idea of whether or not I'd be comfortable logging one as a find.... just wanted to hear other's thoughts on it-- and I appreciate the comments that have been made so far

Maybe he's just testing the coin...

That's funny. I wonder if it ever happened to anyone else No way! Nobody could be as stupid as me! (actually, you made me feel way better when you did it! )

I have never attended a geocaching event, but sometimes I wonder what exactly makes them caches... I know we all have a somewhat different idea of what a cache is-- but lately, with the move of virtuals and locationless to Waymarking, the definition seems to be getting a little clearer. So, where do events stand in all of this? What do you think makes an event a cache?

Thanks for the info! We wouldn't want to end up running into dick cheney (the geocacher, of course!)

Log both! (EDITED: to add embarrassing example via hyperlinks )

First aid kit, pen, Palm, GPSr.... that's all nice stuff-- but whatever you do, don't forget the handy wipes!! (Face it folks, some of you hide caches in some pretty nasty spots... )

I've never understood the point of that link. For any of us living in states bigger than Rhode Island, the list is pretty useless. Your idea might actually make it worth clicking....

Well, obviously I don't think Geocaching is silly! I think we all know its not about hunting McDonalds toys.... But, seriously-- treating a person like a cache? How very uncomfortable .... I usually geocache to get away from people! Now, if I run in to a cacher in the field (and I have many times), great! I'd love to sit and chat for a second. But if that person asks me for my "code" or if I want to stand on my head to get theirs, that's going to be the point where I politely excuse myself. It's just too weird....

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