Hi,
As a manager of a park that contains a cache, I'd like to offer a bit of advice to you cacher's out there. I'm not from one of the parks discussed, but I have heard some concerns raised by other park managers. When I found out that there was a cache in the park I manage my first instinct was to be quite suspicious and concerned. I now have no difficulty and have enjoyed reading the comments from folks that have visited the cache, but the cache-maker should have checked with me first (as your guidelines state) and sought my guidance as to appropriateness and location. Many parks do have rules they must enforce and sensitive areas they must protect (You'd be amazed how many folks come to us and suggest an activity that they feel should be an exception!). Any park manager wants to be aware of all activities taking place within their park and will naturally become suspicious if they are "the last to know." Keep in mind that the park manager also must consider potential harm, especially from a fast-growing sport in a urban/suburban area. As your sport continues to grow, this will likely be THE most significant growing pain issue you will have to resolve. In short, just ASK!
Just some thoughts...
JB
