SpongeRob
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If nothing else, this is a really cool idea. It might be a neat way to create a hitchiker with non-published cache coordinates in it. The only thing you'll miss out of it is that you won't get notified when somone visits the cache and logs and entry online. It might however be an excellent way to get a "road less traveled" cache of which the goodies might be a step up from the regular dollar store fodder.
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SpongeRob
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We recently put together a family cache of our own. "SpongeRob's Family Cache!"
I find that the stuff my kids like the best is things they can put together. My daughters have used "bead Kits" and the like. They also like toys that make noise whistles, etc. (as if this is a surprise to any parent). I let the kids pick what they want in the cache and then we go purchase it.
On another note I also find that kids are also excellent judges of birthday gifts to other kids. One year I allowed my daughter to get a birthday gift for her friend of which I thought was crazy. It was her friends favorite gift.
Ask your kids, don't underestimate them.
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I've got a spare now. Thanks everyone!
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Getting back on the GMRS topic, here's what I've discovered in using GMRS that I think everyone can learn from if interested in GMRS.
First, (and commonly known) GMRS requires a license. While there are plenty of bubble wrap pirates out there, the GMRS channels are used considerably less than the FRS channels. Thus, you end up with much less chatter on the GMRS channels.
GMRS is something you can grow into. While your typical over the counter bubble wrap "talkies" are good for camping etc. with a 5 mile range, you can get base units with High Gain antennas of which you can increase your range considerably. You can also operate mobile units (in your car for example) which can operate at much more than the standard 2 watts you end up with with cheapo motorolla and cobra models.
Did I mention Repeaters? Expand your range considerably.
There is quite a bit you can do with GMRS you can't do with CB or FRS. If youre willing to do the research and get decent units you'll be happy with GMRS much more than FRS or CB. I started use GMRS just as a replacement and increased ranged from FRS but have found there's much more from GMRS to be had then just another "walkie talkie".
Check out www.gmrsweb.com if you want some more serious information about GMRS.
- SpongeRob
[This message was edited by SpongeRob on February 18, 2003 at 06:31 PM.]
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You've got mail.
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Already have an etrex legend for the family. Was looking for something just for the kids.
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I've looked back through some of the forum however I do not find anything about a Geocaching association in Illinois. Is there anything in Northern Illinois? Dekalb, Elgin, Or even schaumburg?
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I am looking for a GPS for my kids to use. Nothing fancy, simply WGS84 Datum support and ability to navigate to a position.
Have a used unit? email me.
Would like to keep the price well below $100 as you can get a new etrex for $99.
Geocaching T-Shirts
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Inspired by geocaching and having a really strange sense of humor... I decided to go out on a limb and create some Geocaching T-Shirts, mousepads, etc... Some with some really bad play on words (those with a warped sense of humor may enjoy them).
For those of you that might be interested in having a shirt that's a bit off the beaten trail for your next geocaching event you can check out my geocaching page on my personal website. I'm adding new ones all the time as I come up with something wacky.
http://www.keenpeople.com/geocaching/shirts.shtml
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SpongeRob
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