P50P
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DIY is a wonderful thing! Inspired by the cacher whose photo I can't find and 45semi, here's what I came up with:
From the header of Geocachingclick the Geocaching logo, view image, save image as ...
Android app QR Barcode, used to create a QR code for http://www.geocaching.com. Shared via gmail (in my case; your mileage may vary), then saved on my computer.
Insert the save logo image in a Powerpoint presentation. This can probably be done in a Word document, but I didn't get the images to show.
Insert and modify 45semi's text - change XXX-XXX-XXXX to your phone number. I also centered the text.
Insert saved QR code image.
Print, then make however many copies you want. Mine came out well at a 50% size reduction.
I'd show you what mine looks like, but the board won't let me post the link.
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I just searched for what might be appropriate to put on a sign to hang in my truck to inform anyone concerned, as to why the truck was parked here, and what/where the owner was doing.
Came up with 'The owner of this vehicle is 'geocaching' nearby. (geocaching.com) If it is a problem, or it is not O.K. to park here, please call (XXX)-XXX-XXXX and we will return & move the vehicle. PLEASE do not have it towed! Thank You!
Just now printed it up, and will hang inside of a clear envelope in the truck window.
Imagine how much fun it would be to get back & find your vehicle gone...
It's occupied my thoughts more than once.
Even worse than finding your vehicle gone - finding your motorcycle is there but your helmet is gone. Since helmets are mandatory in Virginia (not that I'd ride without it anyway), you've just been shut down and switched to pedestrian mode.
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I saw a photo in someone's log (in Virginia), of a note in their windshield where their car says, "I'm not abandoned. My driver is around here somewhere Geocaching; see http://www.geocaching.com for more information."
Does anyone have such a file I can download and print? If someone has a file, I'd like to use on my vehicle, and use it as an example when suggesting the product idea below to the Geocaching store.
What I'd really like to find is a plastic "cling" for this that can be put on my motorcycle windshield or gas tank when I've "abandoned
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I just started geocaching. can't afford a GPS. have found 3 caches so far.
I am sure a GPS makes it easier. but it seems more fun without,especially for those who like a challenge.
I tend to just look at maps on site to get nearest intersection.
I started a little after you did.
While I have a GPS on my motorcycle (pricing a Garmin Zumo for motorcycles will make the units in the Geocaching store look like bargains, but I had it on the bike already).
That gets me into the neighborhood. I haven't tried it in "walking mode" (the unit has no such mode, I'd just be walking with it in my hand), but I've got 3 apps on my Android phone: Geocaching ($9.99), c:geo (free), Commander Compass ($1.49).
My friends who got me into this, just by mentioning what they found, have Commander Compass Lite on their iPhones. The iPhone Lite version appears to have more functionality than the Android Lite version, but $1.49 is hardly a killer price.
I haven't used any of these enough to make recommendations. I'm just pointing out that there are less expensive solutions that are better than a map or nothing.
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A fine idea, but be sure to scout out a good spot, where the can will be safe. There's nothing worse than a nice cache container in a spot where muggles will steal the coins and TB's!
I HIGHLY recommend finding some caches before putting one out, though! You need to see how to place it well. (You already have a good cache container in the ammo can.)
Keep in mind that cache ownership is a long term commitment. If you do burn out and move on to something else, you can have someone adopt your cache; but other than that, you're responsible for the maintenance runs.
Ha! Can't scare me with IKEA - "some assembly required" are my three favorite words.
Thanks for the links!
Thanks!
I'm thinking, as long as I get permission from property management, of placing my first cache so close to home you'd almost (but not quite) have to knock on my door to discover it!
Plus 1 on TriciaG's remarks. Please go and find a few caches first. That way you can discover what type of hides you like and what type you don't and hide one you would like to find.
The excitement of the game comes in many forms. There's the find, the hide, the hunt, the meeting of other cachers...plenty of fun on the horizon for you.
But, as the others have said, it is best if you find some caches first. It provides important context about how caches are hidden, how to maintain them, and what works to keep them from "walking off" with a non-geocacher.
So long as you're flying that desk, take a look at the Geocaching.com youtube videos to learn some more, and take a read through the guidelines and "Knowledge Books". I know, you're likely groaning like I've asked you to build me an ikea florgenflave desk, but it is actually good reading, and very helpful in the journey to more enjoyment of this game.
Additionally, you may want to read the Help Center article called "Geocache Ownership: A Long-Term Relationship"; it's full of useful tips for geocache owners. The Help Center article called "Review Process: Hiding a Geocache" provides a technical explanation of what to expect during geocache submission.
Enjoy the game!
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A fine idea, but be sure to scout out a good spot, where the can will be safe. There's nothing worse than a nice cache container in a spot where muggles will steal the coins and TB's!
I HIGHLY recommend finding some caches before putting one out, though! You need to see how to place it well. (You already have a good cache container in the ammo can.)
Keep in mind that cache ownership is a long term commitment. If you do burn out and move on to something else, you can have someone adopt your cache; but other than that, you're responsible for the maintenance runs.
Thanks!
I'm thinking, as long as I get permission from property management, of placing my first cache so close to home you'd almost (but not quite) have to knock on my door to discover it!
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I have no problem putting NGS Benchmark coordinates into my Garmin Zumo 660 GPS (that's a motorcycle model, in case the Zumo series is unfamiliar). However, I'm not sure how precisely the Zumo will get me to the location.
Not that I've tried it yet, but I expect the phone app should be more precise.
The question is: can LatLo values be loaded into the phone app? If so, how? (Benchmarks like HW2998 haven't shown up on the list resulting from a search for nearby caches.
Thanks!
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I discovered Geocaching on 3/8, went Premium on 3/10, have been loading my GPS with cache information ...
I have yet to look for a cache, but I fly a mean desk!
I've ordered one Official Ammo Can Kit with Logbook & Pencil, and since it's been an expensive month, I'm thinking of setting up a cache with no swag, but including a request to deposit trackables and log them.
Good idea?
Stupid? Other? Thanks!
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These are my signature items. I call them artcoins. On the reverse of each one is a QR code that takes you to a larger photo of the artwork along with my personal commentary about what I think is important and inspiring about the art. The web site for all of the artcoins is here. I'd like to know what you think. I'm open to trades, if anyone's interested.
Cool!
I heard about Geocaching on 3/8, became a Premium member on 3/10. I've been loading cache info on my GPS and maintain a Word document with information ...
I'd never thought about a personalized signature item, but looking at yours, I have to see what the QR app on my Android phone does about creating QR codes. A personalized QR code that comes back to my Geocache profile would be a great signature item.
" my bike.
Stupid?
Vehicle "I'm Not Abandoned" Windshield Note
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