Bear and Ragged
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Which category for this?
Bear and Ragged replied to MountainWoods's topic in General Waymarking Topics
There is a category for places mentioned in Wikipedia -
Unique Artistic Door Handles
Bear and Ragged replied to lumbricus's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
Having looked at the other waymarks photographs, the lack of a photo of "the entire building" would be a "Decline" from me, sadly. Not sure how any of the other officers would decide on it. (I'd be happy to leave it, or put it to a vote, should you submit it, to see what the other officers think) -
Unique Artistic Door Handles
Bear and Ragged replied to lumbricus's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
Does ask for the whole building... Me? I'd take 1 or 2 photos of the handle, 1 of the door, 1 of the 'modern part, then the whole building. As you say, the handle/door IS relevant to the new part, so that's what I would show, but it still needs the whole building. I think the category is one of those that you need to know the requirements (or make sure you take enough photos!) to submit a Waymark. Needs a little thought, and isn't a 'drive by' category. (Is that a good or bad thing? ) How much of the building do you have? Think you have enough? As an officer I'd be happy to put it to a vote. (Or another officer here might say yes...) -
Unique Artistic Door Handles
Bear and Ragged replied to lumbricus's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
As the category doesn't exclude 'new' items, I would happily accept this, and other modern door handles and knockers - providing the required photos were there. Keep your eyes open! You may see more, and be able to get the required photos and information, -
Which category for this?
Bear and Ragged replied to MountainWoods's topic in General Waymarking Topics
"Exact Replicas" https://www.Waymarking.com/cat/details.aspx?f=1&guid=f59a7a20-2c6d-4b2b-8144-55c380702733&exp=True -
Posting instructions question
Bear and Ragged replied to CAVinoGal's topic in General Waymarking Topics
I've have three unfinished, dated: date created: 4/24/2009 -
Could be part of the fact too many were photographing finals of Mysteries and Multis, with the EXIF data showing the location.
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Two Submissions for the same Waymark the same day
Bear and Ragged replied to fi67's topic in General Waymarking Topics
Locally I was thinking "That would make a Waymark" for a lot of things/places... Started submitting one or two... Noticed someone else was submitting Waymarks, and they were not a local. (A Waymarker on holiday, Waymarking what they knew would make a Waymark.) Following a couple of messages/emails he continued with his, he offered one he knew for me to submit, and here I am, still Waymarking! (With a few of my Waymarks 'Visited' by the other Waymarker!) -
suggestions for other categories
Bear and Ragged replied to vulture1957's topic in General Waymarking Topics
Methodist Churches category, if it's a good write up and mentions things like Stained Glass windows, bells at the side of the church and not inside, First/Oldest/Largest, or a 'Famous' person is buried there etc, I may suggest a category. (Usually have a quick look at Nearest Waymarks to see if they've already been approved!) One or two officers have made suggestions for other Waymarks Categories to post in when I've posted in their categories. It's appreciated! -
Question about Visiting Waymarks
Bear and Ragged replied to jonathanatpsu's topic in General Waymarking Topics
I have Anne Hathaway's Cottage WM45NF in Wikipedia Entries. It's historic. There is a visit from 1980 that also refers to what was on at the theatre as well. The photos are also a chance to see how it has changed over the years! (Or not!) In the right category, I'm all for 'backdated visits' from before the Waymark was listed. -
Posting instructions question
Bear and Ragged replied to CAVinoGal's topic in General Waymarking Topics
I'm not aware of a time limit, I've got 'unfinished' waymarks that are years old! I don't think there is a limit to the number of unfinished waymarks... (If there is, I'm sure the system will let you know, if/when you reach it) -
Moved? Delete it, and re-download. Logging back in may solve the problem.
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Location: Alberta, Canada Surely British Columbia?
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Should cache by a temporary memorial be archived?
Bear and Ragged replied to Ageleni's topic in General geocaching topics
Leave as is. As the fact is mentioned in the description. Or Temp Disable until the items are removed. (Wonder if the family have been unable to get there? What has the Coronovirus situation been like in the area?) -
Grave of a Famous Person
Bear and Ragged replied to elyob's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
I'd like to see the photo requirement increased. One of the headstone. One showing the location. Option of - if it's a family marker - one showing the details of the person. Example (mine, submitted before I became an officer) https://www.Waymarking.com/waymarks/wmPGW5_Mike_Hailwood_British_Grand_Prix_motorcycle_road_racer https://www.Waymarking.com/waymarks/wmPGVZ_Nick_Drake_Musician I don't mind 'copy and paste' from the source, but do like some attempt at formatting the text, and not leaving it as a 'block of grey' when submitted... It's not about the numbers... It's about providing the information that people can read easily, be presented well enough, and be interesting enough to make people want to find the Waymark. -
Grave of a Famous Person
Bear and Ragged replied to elyob's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
Other websites are acceptable. If more than one can be offered, it makes it so much easier. -
Grave of a Famous Person
Bear and Ragged replied to elyob's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
Didn't even have to wait for me to accept it! -
Grave of a Famous Person
Bear and Ragged replied to elyob's topic in Recruiting and Category Proposals
As an officer... I'd be tempted to accept it! -
Moved by a previous finder
Bear and Ragged replied to Clongo_Rongo's topic in General geocaching topics
OT. A Bacon Butty, is NOT the same as a Bacon Sandwich... Butty >> On Topic, if the HINT doesn't suggest where the cache should be, D/T is the next best thing as a guide to re-hiding an obviously "not in the right place" cache... -
Do they have the same (or close) 'Placed Date' to allow some filtering. eg Search placed before *Date* and then search placed after *Date* The new search allows you to set filters. Maybe exclude Mysteries, then search Mysteries with date options? A bit long winded, but may be a quicker option? Other option is GSAK to exclude caches by Owner...
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A local cemetery has a Commonwealth War Graves section, with graves of British, American and Canadians that were killed or died in the area in WW11. A small section has graves for Germans (Were not our Allies, and not part of the Commonwealth)... Would they be considered 'Out of Place'? *The Commonwealth War Graves Commission is an intergovernmental organisation of six independent member states whose principal function is to mark, record and maintain the graves and places of commemoration of Commonwealth of Nations military service members who died in the two World Wars. ** Probably a hypothetical question, and not for discussion.
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Probably. A lot of caches these days are too small to take a TB. And TBs have a habit of 'disappearing' . They get very few photos of their travels, and soon get on a list, where cachers will 'Discover' them via the web.
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Often used to connect various parts of the building. Chapel, living accommodation, hospital/infirmary, kitchen etc. Often square around a Quad (Quadrangle). Can be used to walk and meditate/contemplate.
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What Is A GeoTrail And How Does It Work?
Bear and Ragged replied to MindlessEngine's topic in General geocaching topics
GeoTrail. A series of caches in an area, by a cache owner, or group of cachers. Or could be 'some' caches that can be done while in the area. That may, or may not have a theme. That can be done 'together' in a caching session. (That could be a short or long session) How many caches to make a trail? Depends! eta https://www.geocaching.com/blog/2011/05/geocaching-com-do-it-yourself-create-a-geotrail/