killer waffles Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 should i put a cache in a public park like in a stump or in a cemetery behind the park or any suggestions?? i live near sealy west of it actually. any ideas? p.s i have another acc and by about 2:00 he might be able to post. his account name will be caching_tiger_hiding_dragon Quote Link to comment
+Katydid & Miles Stone Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I'm assuming this is your first cache. Both areas can be great. To make the best choice, you probably should ask youself some questions: -Will it be easy to maintain? -What kind of people do I want to attract (i.e. families, hard core cachers)? -How hard or easy do I want to make the terrain and difficulty? -Will the location meet the guidlines for a cache placement (i.e. not to close to RR tracks)? -Do you have a preference as to the type and size cache (i.e. multi, puzzle, night, micro, regular)? -Do you want a lot of travel bug traffic? -Is imprtant to be dog friendly? Bike friendly? Once you answer these questions it will should become apparent as to where you should place your cache. A Google search in your area (parks, land trust, water falls, letter boxing) can reveal other options you may not have considered. Be sure to check on-line topography maps for possible issues - just because you went a particular way to a cache does not mean others will go the same way. Also, it's a good idea to provide coordinates for parking and the trailhead if appropriate. The most important thing is not to angusih to much about it. As the Niki commercials say: Just do it. Good luck, have fun and enjoy the adventure! Quote Link to comment
killer waffles Posted February 8, 2006 Author Share Posted February 8, 2006 well thanks alot. and yes this is my first cache stash so wish me luck on finding a good spot!!! Quote Link to comment
killer waffles Posted February 8, 2006 Author Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) the cache is also 51/2X4 inches but thanksagain Edited February 8, 2006 by flapjacks123 Quote Link to comment
+The Leprechauns Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I see that you haven't found any caches yet. My first recommendation is that you *find* a few caches in parks and in cemeteries to get an idea of what a geocache is like, and how they are hidden. The next issue is permission. In your profile, you list your location as "Columbus." If you meant Columbus, Ohio, then you'd want to know that the large Franklin MetroParks in your area have a very restrictive policy about geocaching: -- one cache per park per person -- all caches must be checked by the owner *bi-weekly* -- no ammo boxes, clear containers only -- permits expire on 12/31 each year -- caches must be within three feet of a trail or in an area otherwise designated as acceptable Reading this, I hope you'll agree that being aware of land manager policies is very important. A good way to do this would be to join your local geocaching organization, and ask veterans about the lay of the land. In general, smaller suburban parks tend to be less regulated than state parks and county parks. Ohio State Parks, for example, also has a permission policy, but it is much more friendly than the example I described above. Cemeteries are a special category. It is very important to be respectful, and not place a geocache too close to a grave where it might be discovered by someone who would take offense. Hiding the cache in the woods behind the cemetery is a safer bet. And, nothing beats asking the caretaker or cemetery owner for permission so that there is no misunderstanding. Quote Link to comment
+AtoZ Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I find the NON HAUNTED aspect of you header really funny, LOL. cheers Quote Link to comment
+Renegade Knight Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 If you know a good spot, then by all means hide a cache. Finding caches first only serves to show you what the locals think caching is. If you travel you will see what I mean. Caching varies and why give up on a great idea just because your locals haven't seen it yet? Haunted Cache spots work too. Quote Link to comment
killer waffles Posted February 8, 2006 Author Share Posted February 8, 2006 and to start with the leperchans im in columbus texas. and i gotta fix that profile city/state well i dont have any ¨haunted areas and putting one there isnt my cup of tea. btw im only 12 so my only transport would be my mom/dad and my bike hahaha and whats so funny about the not haunted part lol Quote Link to comment
killer waffles Posted February 8, 2006 Author Share Posted February 8, 2006 hey one more thing i am now switch accounts so the name of my account im switching to is caching_tiger_hiding_dragon he can finaly post Quote Link to comment
killer waffles Posted February 8, 2006 Author Share Posted February 8, 2006 well its me flapjacks123 i switched so i wont be using flapjack any more Quote Link to comment
caching sabertooth Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) well here i am flapjack its me Edited February 8, 2006 by caching_tiger_hiding_dragon Quote Link to comment
+KoosKoos Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) well its me flapjacks123 i switched so i wont be using flapjack any more Why does my post say ringbone? (sorry, inside joke, but I couldn't resist) You can find plenty of information on local regulations at the home of the Texas Geocaching Association: TXGA Welcome to the madness! edit: to quote the post I meant to include...dang forum upgrades! Edited February 8, 2006 by KoosKoos Quote Link to comment
caching sabertooth Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 thanks alot kooskoos ringbone huh? sound weird well i guess ill keep looking for spots. Quote Link to comment
+Cpt.Blackbeard Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I find the NON HAUNTED aspect of you header really funny, LOL. cheers Ditto, though if he knows any haunted cemetaries I'd be game for that. Quote Link to comment
caching sabertooth Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 ok you make me feel alot better.... syke Quote Link to comment
+Lil Devil Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I think a cache in a HAUNTED cemetery would be much more fun Quote Link to comment
+Poidawg Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I agree on trying to find some caches first, I have gotten some great ideas from caches I have been to. Check the page where the cache information is and make certain you visit a micro, a small cache, a traditional-regular cache, a puzzle cache...there are so many. Some have themes, some don't. When reading your post I was reminded of one cache that did use a stump and the tupperware container was put into the middle of the stump and a stick which fit perfectly into the hole the cache was in, was put on top of the cache. The stick was perfect, it was large in diameter and unless you really looked at it, nobody could tell that the stick was not part of the broken top of the stump. Good luck, welcome to the sport/game. Quote Link to comment
GeoLizz Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Seeing as you only joined yesterday and haven't found any caches yet, I agree with the others and reccomend that you see what a few other caches are like first. But that's just my opinion - do whatever you choose! And have fun! Quote Link to comment
caching sabertooth Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 well ok what ever you guys say thanks alot for the advice Quote Link to comment
+Lil Devil Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 (edited) Great now the guy kid is going to head over to his nearest Wal Mart, find a few parking lot caches and forget about his idea to hide a cache in a cemetery or park. Great going, guys Edited February 9, 2006 by Lil Devil Quote Link to comment
caching sabertooth Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 (edited) im not that easy to get and im a kid not a guy Edited February 9, 2006 by caching_tiger_hiding_dragon Quote Link to comment
caching sabertooth Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 im gonna end this topic. any objections??? Quote Link to comment
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