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Maximog wins hands down. But since I can't afford one ever, I'll vote for anything 4X4 made by Suzuki. After a near miss this weekend with an '88 Bronco at 'Pacific Aggressor', I think I like rice the best. canadazuuk

Check this one: Elaho-Before Sundown It was hidden 4/29/01, then found 5/19/01, and then no attempts are shown until 9/23/02. Did you mean caches completely 'unfound' though? canadazuuk

Well, how about two 12 stagers, and they're more than worthwile, and CURRENT! BOLD ENDURANCE GEOCACHE REST & BE THANKFUL CACHE In fact, many of TEAM KFWB GPS caches are multi-stage, and all are very interesting. Having just taken part in a TEAM KFWB GPS adventure this past weekend, I am planning a similar type of cache that will involve all 12 of my 'microcaches' already hidden. I may be scrambling a word or phrase up with 1 letter being inside each cache container (on the lid perhaps). That word, along with a couple other calculations will lead a cacher to a great prize, something of value that I do not any longer need. canadazuuk

I wanted to share a story from a recent adventure to Vancouver Island. Please see: PACIFIC AGGRESSOR GEOCACHE A person or persons calling themselves 'TEAM KFWB GPS' have hidden over 30 caches, and the theme is 'retire early'. See the latest offering: BOLD ENDURANCE GEOCACHE I'm sure that 'TEAM KFWB GPS' would like to see more stories, and more cachers going for these. There are several cachers going after these, but two leading teams have been the first or second to a majority of the CASH. A well prepared 'cdms' and 'fws' work together, but log separately. 'jrav' is two people, and they are very dedicated, and were the first to find the largest cache to date. Victoria is a ferry ride away from Washington State BTW.

That's pretty serious dough! If it's true that there are 75000 paying cachers that is. Seems like a rather high number. 7500 Seems more likely. I don't see ANY members only caches in BC at this point, so I just don't know. zuuk

I spent an hour and a half looking through a very big log pile tonight for a cache. (Not a micro though). The 'cash' made it more than worthwhile, but it was good with or without it. I took a friend out today to 'review' about 7-8 of my hides, and as a result,some hints were changed, and a couple descriptions altered. A couple were tooeasy, and a couple were too hard. Anyway, no one will be looking for these right now, as everybody is going to the Island I think. zuuk

I found 'Vancouver Transit' a few weeks back, within about 2 hours of the log showing it had been placed in a new location the same morning. Had the print out from the internet within 2 minutes of the log being created. zuuk

All 12 of my 'microcaches' are up and approved now, and ready for action. (Whether they get any remains to be seen...) Brown Dwarf and others raise an excellent point regarding difficulty and alloted time required to find a cache. I anticipate that some of these will take an hour, while others 5 minutes. Once you've done 1-2 of the 12, the common theme and 'placement MO' will assist greatly. Another element that comes to mind regards cache sites in general. Is it better to hide a cache so that a 30 minute walk is required, or leave it within a 5-10 minute walk, and make the additional walking OPTIONAL? Many of the locations offer OPTIONAL walks, and a nice area to relax in. But I do note a trend towards 'macrocaching'; going after 10 or more in one day, and I want to encourage that as well. If someone can find all 12 of mine in one day, great. If they want to come out for 3-4 visits, and see the areas (immediately or nearby), then that's cool too. Incidently, my very first cache attempt was a 3 hour drive ONE WAY, and then a 4 hour scramble through brush and stumps and the like. And no find. See 'Elaho-before sundown' for the play by play on that one. zuuk

Interesting thread, as it was one of my caches which inspired it. I decided to place a series of 'microcaches' in Abbotsford BC, where there are no caches at all, except ones I've placed. I use the term microcache 'loosely', as they are small plastic containers approx 2 X 3 X 4 inches. They are hidden under boardwalks, footbridges, within stumps, inside the bases of trees etc... I take time to get decent coordinates. I toil over how rich the clue should be or not be. I've been stumped on one microcache nearby (Flutterby microcache), and spent over one hour finding another (Salmon 'Chanted evening). So I base my experience (with microcaches) on a SMALL selection of possible choices. The owner of these caches eems to have adjusted a clue based on cacher input. Anyway, as for the 'rock cache' in question ( (AMS # 5) Matsqui Trail), there are no rocks to move, and possibly I will update the cache description to reference that, as I am aware and sensitive to 'environmental' impacts. As for the coordinates, well I went back today, and one approach lined up within 10-15 feet, another was about 50 feet off, but was averaging closer as I stood at the known spot. So what can I say? I think these caches will prove to be fun for the most part, but it's a learning experience to know just what to put in a clue or description. I find some clues to be TOO much, and I am starting to appreciate clues like: 'it starts with a B', 'why are you looking here?' etc... etc... I would certainly expect MORE clues for a 35mm film canister, but for the size mine are, I'm gonna leave them helpful, but not a dead giveaway. Time will tell. zuuk

Yep, my CT purchase had version 3.15 on it already. You could make sure it does at the store of course, just bring batteries. As soon as you turn it on, it'll say what version. BTW, I'm super impressed with the unit. I really only use 1 screen otf the 9 98% of the time (other than to toggle back and see what reception is like), but that's okay! It works. zuuuuuuuuuuk

This Magellan 315 is just fine for caching, I get great reception, decent even with trees and lots of rock around me. Recommended. canadazuuk

Stay tuned for my first (and second) cache plants, which will be reasonably accessible, and offer nice views of the Frazer Valley. canadazuuk

Hi again, I decided to buy and try the 315. I will still be watching for comments on my other topic though. CT had the shelf price showing at $225, but the computer had it right at $175. I also received version 3.15, which was a bonus. Keith

Update: Canadian Tire price is still $174.99 CAD as of Sep 22 Thanks to everyone who has posted this info, it has been very helpful. I am looking to but a GPS ASAP, and have posted a 'new topic' regarding the functionality of various models within the VANCOUVER area. Anyone with specific feelings on the 315? I would appreciate some response. Thanks, Keith

I am planning on a GPS purchase in the next week or so, and rather than ask the traditional 'Magellan vs Garmin' question, I was hoping to have some specific feedback on the following units, from owners in the VANCOUVER area: Garmin eTrex Legend (w/WAAS) Garmin eTrex Summit (no WAAS) Garmin 12 (no WAAS) Magellan 315 (no WAAS) Magellan 330 (W/WAAS) I am particularly interested to know if the pre-loaded maps are of any use in geocaching in the Vancouver area, and if WAAS is a hinderance rather than a help in our cloudy, well forested vicinity. Thanks, Keith