Is it possible that there are too many parents out there that are thinking that the caches are for the kids ? I've read a lot of posts where parents are out there with their kids and they let their kids sway items in the cache. This is a big reason why we are getting junk in the caches.
Geo-caching should be an adult sport that is geared for people that are at least in their teens. They know the value of items and are usually more responsible when it comes to trading items in a cache. Also, GPS's are expensive toys that are not designed for kids.
Before I get flamed for my thoughts....... I am not saying that the kids should not be out there with their parents, bring them along. Let them get fresh air, let them help look, etc. But when it comes to swapping items, that should be left for the adults.
This way we won't end up with a cache full of McDonalds toys, junk, or any of the other stuff that this thread is compaining about. And it should help to solve the issue with someone taking an expensive item and replacing it with a 10 cent item.
