+Cav Scout Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I'm thinking about designing and odering geocoins for the newly formed OIFGA (Operation Iraqi Freedom Geocaching Association). I am open to any discussion. I am thinking about limiting the coins to only OIF/ Military service members or prior service members who have been or are on their way to Iraq. There will be only a hundred coins made. What do you think. The coins will be good for trading and rare... Link to comment
+Blind Avocado Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I am prior military (US Army) but the closest I ever got to Iraq was Greece, and it was a long time before desert storm. Link to comment
+M&M Hunter Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 You should make them available to all past military. USAF Desert Storm Link to comment
+Lemon Fresh Dog Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Well, being Canadian the only way I'll get one is to trade. I would definately want to trade for one. Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted September 15, 2005 Author Share Posted September 15, 2005 (edited) You should make them available to all past military. USAF Desert Storm Since the primary focus will be US Military Iraqi War Veterans (any branch) past and present (Desert Shield/Storm, OIF I, II, and III.) I'm leaning more towards any of those folks who are currently geocachers on being the primary coin holders. They will have first dibs on the coins and then the coins will go to any geocacher who wants the coin. Edited September 15, 2005 by Cav Scout Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Well I'm not military, but my brother just got back from Iraq. Does that count? Put me down for 1 should they come available to us regular folks. Link to comment
+BisonWoman Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Sign me up for one as a civilian if any become available. My SIL did a tour with the Navy as part of this effort. Link to comment
+Doughball Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Put me down for 1 also if they are offered to civilians. thanks Link to comment
+Ladycacher Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Put me down for one when it comes time for civilians to purchase/trade. Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted September 15, 2005 Author Share Posted September 15, 2005 Well I'm not military, but my brother just got back from Iraq. Does that count? Put me down for 1 should they come available to us regular folks. Yes he counts as long as he is a registered member of geocaching. Its still free is'nt it? Link to comment
+Kilted Cacher Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Put me down for 1. I was in Iraq for OIF 1 in 2003. I didn't get a chance to log caches, but did have my picture taken at Ziggurat of Ur Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Put me down for 1. I was in Iraq for OIF 1 in 2003. I didn't get a chance to log caches, but did have my picture taken at Ziggurat of Ur Where's the military issue kilt? Cav Scout, he's not into caching. I'll just hope the coins are offered to us regular folx. Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted September 15, 2005 Author Share Posted September 15, 2005 Put me down for 1. I was in Iraq for OIF 1 in 2003. I didn't get a chance to log caches, but did have my picture taken at Ziggurat of Ur As long as you were in the Military during the times I qouted you will be able to get a coin. I will start in order with who responded first and work my way down to the non military geocachers. I am still trying to decide if I should sell the coins/trade or just give them away for free. At this time I'm working on the design of the coin. There are a few geocachers here with me in Mosul who are helping me out with the coin design and issue. It may take a few months before they get sent out. Gary at quality lapel and pins will be making the coins for me. The first three coins will go to me and the other two cachers, MajorBrain, and Sparks. Link to comment
SCP-173 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I would definitely be interested in one of these coins, should some be available to the civvies. Link to comment
+pghlooking Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I would want to get in on this. I was there for the last one(US Army - Desert Storm). Nothing better than filling sandbags and eating MRE's for Xmas. Well actually there is but... Link to comment
+donbadabon Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Add me to the list for one if I qualify! I was an Electronics Warfare Technician, U.S. Navy, 1981-1991. Was on Shore Duty at the time of Desert Storm, but was in. Link to comment
+M&M Hunter Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Since you are including the past, put me down for 1. USAF Desert Storm Link to comment
+Sgt Stitches Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I'm not past-military... even though my geo-handle is SGT Stitches. The work I do, has and does, provide important support to the military in both wars in the Gulf. I could tell you about it... but then I'd have to shoot you. If you have any left for us civvies... I'd like one. Link to comment
+Go JayBee Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Vietnam Era Veteran here....please keep me in mind for one. Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Vietnam Era Veteran here....please keep me in mind for one. You're that old? Now tell me why I got the impression you were in your 20s? lol! Link to comment
+pdxmarathonman Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Vietnam Era Veteran here....please keep me in mind for one. You're that old? Now tell me why I got the impression you were in your 20s? lol! I've met him. He acts like a 20 year-old Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Vietnam Era Veteran here....please keep me in mind for one. You're that old? Now tell me why I got the impression you were in your 20s? lol! I've met him. He acts like a 20 year-old That must be it Link to comment
+WildwoodBob Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Former Law Enforcement / now civilian asking to be added to the list for 3 if this opens up for civilians. Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted September 15, 2005 Author Share Posted September 15, 2005 This who is on the coin list thus far Military Cav Scout Maj Brain Sparks M&M Hunter Kilted cacher PGH Looking Donbadabon Civilian Blind Avocado Lemon Fresh Dog Atlanta Gal Bison Woman Doughball Lady cacher Vargseld Sgt Stitches Go Jaybee Wildwood Bob Link to comment
+prntr1 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Former Military here, put me down for 1. Operation Urgent Fury, does any one here remember that one? Link to comment
+MajorBrian Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I am excited about Cav Scout's idea. We are ready to spead the Geocaching wide open in Iraq, notwithstanding, the obvious hazards associated with being here. I agree with Cav Scout that this should be open to Military only, former whatever is up to Cav Scout, however, each coin will have the unique distinction of originating in a War Zone, and there are not too many that can claim that.......good, bad or indifferent. I believe it should represent a salute to those fine Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines that serve or have served with distinction and honor over here every day. To carry these coins around here and bring them home at some point in the future carries on their memory and thus allows this coin a place of honor and distinction amongst coins and collectables. The process by which one is acquired and passed sould somehow pay tribute and not get lost as another "cool find" but serve as a "living memorial" carving a place in history of those that have been and those who will. May God Bless all those who serve, wherever you are and wherever you have been... Freedom is not free, just ask a soldier. Link to comment
+FLYRFN Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I don't have a personal coin to trade but would like to purchase some. Still in the military, closing in on 21 years. HC-130 crewchief (mechanic), combat search & rescue when deployed, Alaska search & rescue in state. Pilots without mechanics are just people walking around with cool jackets and sunglasses. Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted September 15, 2005 Author Share Posted September 15, 2005 I don't have a personal coin to trade but would like to purchase some. Still in the military, closing in on 21 years. HC-130 crewchief (mechanic), combat search & rescue when deployed, Alaska search & rescue in state. Pilots without mechanics are just people walking around with cool jackets and sunglasses. I have no way of telling whos who or if you are in the Military (past or present). I am going on the honor sysytem here with the OIFGA coin. Most of all I have met in the geocaching community are good honest people, even the ones I don't always agree with. Link to comment
+MajorBrian Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Touche! Ouch! I am glad we are friends! : ) Link to comment
magellan315 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Sorry, just a civilian. Please add me to the list if any become available to non-military. Link to comment
+hammerjane Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Just a civilian, but please add me to the list if you decide to offer any to non-military. Link to comment
+XRN95 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Please add me to the civilian list for 1 if one becomes available. Thanks! Link to comment
+YoGuRt99 +1 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 (edited) Im post Military, Did a few military excersies in Kuwait and did one into Iraq at night back in 93.. My older brother on the other hand was there and he is back in the US his hummer got hit with a RPG. Nothing was left from it but him.. He had to get Skin graphs from the wrist down on both hands.. had no skin tissue left.. Im just glad he is alive today.. But please put me down for 2 if you could And Yes He Does Geocache.. Edited September 15, 2005 by YoGuRt99 +1 Link to comment
+BisonWoman Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Im post Military, Did a few military excersies in Kuwait and did one into Iraq at night back in 93.. My older brother on the other hand was there and he is back in the US his hummer got hit with a RPG. Nothing was left from it but him.. He had to get Skin graphs from the wrist down on both hands.. had no skin tissue left.. Im just glad he is alive today.. But please put me down for 2 if you could And Yes He Does Geocache.. Thank you for your service, and please tell your brother thank you for his service. In fact, thank you to all of you for putting your lives on the line for us. I am humbled and very grateful. Link to comment
+lpyankeefan Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Civilain here, but I would be interested in one. Please let me know. Thanks Link to comment
Rupert2 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Please put me on the civilian list. Will send private email. Thanks Link to comment
The_Incredibles Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 ..and one for the kids please. Thanks Link to comment
+SDAJumpmaster Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I am an OIF1 Veteran of the 82nd Airborne Division currently serving with the 101st Airborne Division. I have been assigned as Rear-D this time out since it would be my fourth combat deployment (already been to OEF1 and ODS, too). I am interested in purchasing one (or more?) when they become available. Thanks for thinking of this! SDAJumpmaster Link to comment
kfrm1 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Do you have a price and what they look like? I just got back from Kirkuk, Iraq in the Air Force. Most likely I will get two. Link to comment
+WrightStuff Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I would love to get on the civilian list for one. Link to comment
+wifireman Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Im a DOD Firefighter/EMT. Put me on the list for the civilian side for 1. Smokey Link to comment
+4agers Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Both my wife and I are desert storm vets... put us down! It would be cool if we could get concurent numbers Link to comment
+bluegillfisherman Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 (edited) Vietnam Era Veteran here....please keep me in mind for one. Same goes here. Edited September 16, 2005 by bluegillfisherman Link to comment
+Cog&Gil Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Put the Army brat down for a couple. If you made 200 they'd still be rare!! Link to comment
+DLiming Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I would be interested in 1 if open to civilians. Thanks for your considerations and your service to the country. Dan Link to comment
+teepeeayy Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I'm in. (former USN First Class Petty officer, and I can show you my DD-214 to prove it ) Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Pssst Cav Scout.... You could always do two metals. Have a real limited metal like gold or something for former/current military and have a silver version for us civilians. From the posts in this thread alone, you'll have no trouble selling them. Link to comment
+LadeBear68 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 It is amazing to me how technology has grown over the past thirty years, now we can get forum posts from the war zone. Be safe. Link to comment
+Kilted Cacher Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Former Military here, put me down for 1.Operation Urgent Fury, does any one here remember that one? Yeah, I was passing notes in my 6th grade class, DOH!! I didn't join until 1989. Still in and loving it. Link to comment
+KevinG68 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I am ex-navy desert storm. would love one. Link to comment
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