Siberian Cacher
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What punks. If I type in a zip code (even along the route) that doesn't have a geocache in it, I get a loop of redirects that take you to some generic AAA page with no mention of geocaches.
What's worse is that there must be some cookie that memorizes the zip code I put in and won't ever let me try another one.
Does anyone have a URL for an actual page that tells about this Route 66 geocache business?
The link from team...in NM (posted above) redirects to this:
try this one... if it asks 87110 will work
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what GPS unit did you use for the test?
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35, 37, 7 and 5.... throw in the dog at 2 years!!
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16 hours for the Energizers? that's not bad.. Better than I would have though!
I use them in both my GPS and Digital Camera and have found they work very well. Even if the "real life" tested at 50%, that is still good, IMHO, since I can recharge them in 15 minutes!! Out of curiosity, was was the test means for static testing? Did you just leave the unit in place, with SAT locks, until they drained?
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Micros are easy to hide, but few of them are really clever, merely frustrating. Clever hides are the ones I enjoy the most.
That's a good analogy. Clever hides vs. Frustrating ones. There is difference between the two, and typically you realize it when you find it. Clever ones make me think, while frustrating ones make me... well... frustrated!!
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Here's a link from my NM AAA. Looks pretty cool and fun.
Get Your Geocaching Kicks on Route 66In each state, Dave and Todd are hiding caches at a variety of locations along Route 66. The geocache coordinates they get using their handheld Global Positioning System (GPS) units, courtesy of Garmin, will be posted on this page. Check regularly for coordinates to new caches, which will lead you to cool geocache sites on the Mother Road. The hidden treasure could include Hertz coupons, logo T-shirts, travel guides, children's games and more.
Looks like some good prizes!! I have a lot of Route 66 running through Albuquerque!! Maybe they will log some stuff here!!
Here is some more from the page... nice cache containers!!
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My husband was going to go with tools more than anything else. I was going to go with more solid items...but girly.
A side note: I would never put anything in my hides that can hurt somebody or thing.
I like the idea. Kind of a "family circle" cache where you could even have the Mom, Dad, and Kid caches (and canine) within a relative distance. Could you put one in my neck of the woods?
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Shouldn't the description be the first level: "push you in the right direction"
One would think that. However, I don't come across too many different styles of caches- mainly ammo cans and tupperware. The only reason I found 2 different styles (one was a fake rock and the other the back of a magnetic stip ((GPS Saxaphone thank you)) on a utility box) was b/c I was browsing the fourms in the "unusual cache" section and saw pictures!! I would never think of those types of caches... and they are tame now!!
I had no idea how "diabolical"
people can be when it comes to caches.. lol many times, the description can't push b/c they would give away the cache. -
If cache hiders don't type in a hint in the first place, how are you going to get them to type in two hints . . .
If we related it to micros or caches with 4+ difficulty, then you could be required to offer a general hint and then the logged *DNF hint.
the problem with the decrypted message is that I never know the level of hint they give - until it is too late.
Some give you too-vague info and others give you the exact location. many times, I'm looking for something in the middle. I stink (I admit it ) at finding "obvious" locations. I'm one of those people who are mildly intelligent but not overy endowed with common-sense. just ask my wife! 
Each time I logged a DNF, I could then have the option for being e-mailed a more specific clue; however, i could still determine when I wanted to use it. Plus, it would force me to log a DNF each time I rejected it, which some people may not like.
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Not that its a good example, but I just checked on a cache of mine. The idea was for the cache to have one and only one "very nice item". I started it out with a new Petzel head lamp and since then its contained a nice new Leatherman and some other cool great things including a Garmin Geko 201. I checked it today and it contained a used deck of cards that were freebies given away at a recent event
.Did you (or even can you) post the cache with a certain dollar level? I don't know if that is allowable or not, but I wouldn't mind doing some $50.00 item caches or so. Of course, $50.00 would buy a lot of "McToys"
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I think alot of you are not understanding my thoughts, Im all about a relitivly quick find, i dont want to be out there for hours looking. My thought was rather then a straight forward writen hint, was to be a little more creative with the GPS to get the cacher to the spot. This will make it easy to find, fun to find, and yet still leave some work to be done and not hand them all over.
I like the idea of having 2 levels of hints on the cache page.. one to help push you in the right direction, more vague yet with a little more detail and then another for those who log a DNF. That would be kind of cool. When you log a DNF, you could check a box that would e-mail you a more specific hint or something. You'd almost have to earn the extra hint, but it would help the next time you went out - if you wanted it and checked the box...
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I "walk my dog". In general I don't like crowds so I stick to caches out in the boonies, an almost fool proof way to avoid the muggle issues all together.
I tried the dog thing, but she draws too much attention. Apparently, a Husky in the desert attracts muggles, especially muggle children. Who would have thunk it?
I like the clipboard idea.
It's funny how much 'authority' we give to a $1.00 clipboard. Look, he must be official... see the clipboard? -
I use a yellow e-trex and I've taken it half way around the world without problems. On one trip I shut it off in Ohio and didn't turn it on until I was in Singapore. It probably took 2 minutes to get a lock. The same for Japan, Indonesia, and many countries in Europe.
2 minutes, that's pretty good. I took my Yellow Etrex from New Mexico to Thailand and it took about 10-15 minutes to sync up. When I came home it took about 10-15 minutes. 45 minutes - those little gerbils in there must have been pretty cold!!
I carried mine in my carry on bag. I wonder if you put it in a baggage compartment and had a large temperature change, if that could have any impact?
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In general, I stink at finding micros. When I first started, I couldn't find caches b/c I didn't know people used "fake rocks" as hiding places
Check some of the forums and you'll find caches in hollowed out pine cones, twigs, or camo'd to look like a pile of leaves... and I have a hard time finding Ammo boxes on the mesa Seriously though, I feel your pain What was the difficulty rating on the cache? If it's a 4-5, then I typically check all the logs for any other clues I can find.
If it's a micro, at all, I check the logs. Hopefully someone left a picture to help me out a little. 99% of my DNFs are micros.... guess I just can't think that small -
The problem, for me, with overnight chargers is that I get up in the morning and the wife says "Let's go do this" and I need my GPS or camera.
I haven't charged the batteries in a couple weeks so all 6 pairs are dead (GPS takes 2, camera 4).
You hit it right on the head, for me.
Many times, the digital camera and GPS trips are a last-minute grab. It's very nice to toss in the 4 AA batteries in the 15 minute charger and by the time we are packed up, they are fully charged. Very rarely are they completely discharged, though, and typically take about 7-10 minutes, in reality.
I can get a full day out of both (my digital camera uses 2 batteries and my GPS 2) so I don't have to worry about drained batteries. I keep a 4 pack of Energizers in the car for backup.
I used to buy the Sams Club "36 AA Pack" of Energizers for about $15.00, which was a great deal. the problem is that my camera continues to drain batteries when it is powered off. Everytime I grabbed my camera, it was dead so I grabbed more batteries. I was amamzed at how many AA batteries we went through (between the kids' toy and all my toys" so the rechargeable were a natual choice.
I was a little leary about them, since the old rechargeables used to last about 30 minutes. These new ones do last long enough.
they do get hot though
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I took my GPS to Thailand last November without any problems. I had it in my carryon bag. Of course, my carryon had my Digital camera, GPS, MP3 Player and CD's a million other items
so i don't think it stood out. I actually had a CD player in a case, which is where I put the GPS to help "hide" it a little.I took my Yellow e-trext just in case there were issues with customs and they took it. Didn't want to take the Sportrack and be out too much money.
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I got the 15 minute AAA and AA charger (Energizer) from Sams Club at Christimas. It came with 4 AA and 2 AAA batteries, and really does charge in 15 minutes. I use them in my GPS units and Digital Camera. The total cost was around $50.00 at Christmas.
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I've seen them at Target or Best Buy, on sale, for $49.00 (50% off) but that is very rare and they do not last very long.
this was the $49.00 reference I've seen..
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I went from my first one - A Yellow eTrex to a Sportrak Map. It was a nice upgrade.
Not sure what I would upgrade to after this one. ... something with XD cards so I could build more detailed routes and locations. In reality, there really is no reason for me to upgrade again, unless my sportrak breaks
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So about that $49 GPS... Sheesh...
Here's one close to the $49.00. Typically, you can find used units for around that price. I've seen them at Target or Best Buy, on sale, for $49.00 (50% off) but that is very rare and they do not last very long.
I have the E-trex and a Sportrack Map. I like them both and both work great. I do like the ability to upload into the Magellan, but the E-Trex tends to be a little more accurate, strangely enough.
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Import your zipped PQs into GSAK and then export them as .mps files, then use mapsource to import the .mps file. Job done.
Does the imported files from GSAK to the .mps file keep all of the cache information, including notes, description, dates, etc? i've been using Excel with EasyGPS, and not all of the possible fields make it to the info box on the Map & Streets.
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Some people live close enough to visit Mom for Mother's Day. Others have to settle for a phone call. We're fortunate enough that Mom decided to visit us this weekend, driving from San Diego to Colorado Springs!
She's wanted to live in the mountains for years. Rather than live in the little ones in Southern California, she's decided to move to the Rockies to be closer to her grandkids.
Living in the mountains, you have to know the environment. All sorts of critters live there, and will come visit you if you leave food out. Not all of these animals are small and cute. While it is rare to see bears, they do exist, and in great numbers.
I thought it would be a good idea to show her how close the "wilderness" is to the town she's interested in. What better way to do that than go geocaching? There happen to be a couple "in town" but most are off the beaten path, away from tourists and other Muggles. Many of our mountain caches have great views, and since it's the middle of spring the easier trails have very little snow on them.
We're thinking of heading to Cripple Creek (elev. close to 10,000 feet) after lunch. It's only an hour or so from our house in Colorado Springs. As long as the weather is good, we can find a few caches along the way.
Cripple Creek or Bust should be easy to get to, but hard to find
View Above Cripple Creek has a short hike, but might be a bit steep for Mom and the kids.
Run for the Bordar and Woodland Park Travel Bug Hotel should be easy for the whole family.
There are other caches in the area, and depending on time and weather we may go for those too. The important thing is to have fun caching with Mom, and make sure she sees the sights this area has to offer.
(She really wants to go to the mountains to look at houses, but I think we'll have to drive back up there on Monday to do that
)Do you have caching plans with your Mom this weekend?
you need to bring her back to Albuquerque so you can help us find some of your caches!! that would make my wife happy since we couldn't find 2 of them so far. So, make my kids' Mother happy, please!! You have 2 of my only DNF's... -
I enjoyed the movie. I don't over-analyze movies as I go for just the entertainment value. I'd like to see it again and see if I missed anything the first time!
I did like the premise of the movie - similiar to Indiana Jones - where you have a "hobby" or puzzle you spend your like trying to solve. that is very similiar to many of the 'micro-caches' I cannot find...
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Thanks for agreeing. Even if it's shown in a positive light, who among the wackos out there watching the show will decide to join the game and ultimately end up ruining it somehow? I hope I'm being mistakenly paranoid here.
Well, the first time I ever heard of geocaching was on the Travel Channel. They had a 30 minute show a few years ago that showed how the 'rich' people had this game where they flew all over the world looking for 'treasures' hidden by other rich people.
I thought it sounded like a pretty good idea, so I searched on the Internet and found geocaching.com.
I've been a law-abiding cacher ever since! (well most of the time)... 
Since then, I've seen a few local newscasts do stories on geocaching. Most people i know consider it a "geeky" hobby, similiar to HAM radio or the like. The fact that you need to buy a GPS seems to turn off most people.
Who knows, maybe in a few years, we will be talking about the "Golden Days of Caching", - when it was pure....
and everyone signed logs, traded fairly, and never trespassed ....
people can be when it comes to caches.. lol 
It's funny how much 'authority' we give to a $1.00 clipboard. 
If it's a micro, at all, I check the logs. Hopefully someone left a picture to help me out a little. 99% of my DNFs are micros.... guess I just can't think that small 
Many times, the digital camera and GPS trips are a last-minute grab. It's very nice to toss in the 4 AA batteries in the 15 minute charger and by the time we are packed up, they are fully charged. 
you need to bring her back to Albuquerque so you can help us find some of your caches!! that would make my wife happy since we couldn't find 2 of them so far. So, make my kids' Mother happy, please!! You have 2 of my only DNF's... 
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