+adambro Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Hi all, Just a quick note to remind people that the Cacher of the Month website is now accepting results for the month of April. The latest date for submitting your stats is the 15th of May. If you haven't taken part before you can now register on the website. If anyone has any problems please let me know. Regards, Adam Quote Link to comment
+adambro Posted May 10, 2006 Author Share Posted May 10, 2006 5 days left. Reminders sent out today. Quote Link to comment
NickPick Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 Quick question. Do I get "Placing points" for adopting caches? My personal opinion - Probably Not, but if everyone else thinks I should, then I'd (obviously begrudgingly) accept the points Quote Link to comment
+Alibags Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 That's an interesting question Nick. I too adopted some caches lately, so I did not place them... however, I did go out and replace the caches with a new box of goodies... so perhaps I did? I too would be interested in a consensus opinion on this. Quote Link to comment
+Alibags Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 (edited) drat! Edited May 10, 2006 by Alibags Quote Link to comment
+HazelS Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 I too adopted caches thi smonth - 5 of them... I'd be interested in knowing if we get the points - afterall... Like Ali, I too will be visiting them to restock, rebox and maybe even rehide. Quote Link to comment
+purple_pineapple Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 never adopted, so I think I can have an unbiased opinion! I would say you are entitled to points for adopting, as for placing - I know the degree of research involved maybe less, but points dont change for well researched mysteries or quick cache and dashes... take the points I say! Dave Quote Link to comment
NickPick Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 I'm going to modify my original thought of "No, they shouldn't count" to: I replaced the box on one of them, so I'm going to count that, but not the other two (one of which I haven't even done a maintenence visit yet). that gives me 110 points this month, which doesn't quite beat my personal best, is nowhere near the top, and doesn't get me my usual last place spot. Quote Link to comment
+The Bolas Heathens Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 (edited) I'd personally not count adopted caches as I had not done the research and did not devise the cache idea. I don't think replacing the box or putting some swaps in it counts (surely it's just normal cache maintenance). I know when I set my own caches, 99% of the work is in the planning and the rest in the execution (i.e. putting a cache box together and placing it in the place I'd already decided to hide it). If I had to relocate an adopted cache to a new hidey hole that I had to find then I might be tempted to count it. Edited May 11, 2006 by The Bolas Heathens Quote Link to comment
+Alibags Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 As there is no specific mention of this in the COTM rules, I will take the consensus on this. I vote for counting them. Why not have a reward for adopting and putting work into caches. After all, that's why setting caches attracts more points than finding them. Quote Link to comment
+CrazyL200 Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 I'd personally not count adopted caches as I had not done the research and did not devise the cache idea. I don't think replacing the box or putting some swaps in it counts (surely it's just normal cache maintenance). I know when I set my own caches, 99% of the work is in the planning and the rest in the execution (i.e. putting a cache box together and placing it in the place I'd already decided to hide it). Good point well made. The hard work is in the design of the location / puzzle / description / clues etc... Maybe a lesser number of points for adopting (more than a normal find), but not full "new cache" points. Quote Link to comment
+The Bolas Heathens Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 Totally agree - this sounds the fairest way to do it. I guess the only thing is it complicates things a little as there would be a new box on the entry form but should not be too hard to implement if this route is decided on I know it's only for fun but I am quite competitive Maybe a lesser number of points for adopting (more than a normal find), but not full "new cache" points. Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 We have had this discussion before and the concencus THEN was that adoptions should not count and I've not counted any that I've adopted. I think that the argument about about cache complexity is very valid though. I've placed caches taking literally seconds of planning and some which have taken weeks, same points. I think common sense the the key here, adopt and do nothing, no points. Adopt and replace the cache, or whatever, points. Quote Link to comment
+adambro Posted May 11, 2006 Author Share Posted May 11, 2006 Hmm, I'm thinking about this one. Only problem would be if any results are disputed, how can I confirm that caches have been adopted and replaced etc. It wouldn't be a problem to implement it however, if opinion was that this was a good idea. This won't happen this month though. Quote Link to comment
+KiwiGary Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 Must agree with Ian, adopting a cache is easier then setting up a new one. I don't think these should be counted in the contest. Just my 10c See ya...Gary Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 It's not cut and dried though, I recently adopted a cache and had to travel a fair way to replace it, whereas at least one of my caches took MUCH less effort than that Rules have to be black and white though, so I think they shouldn't count. Quote Link to comment
NickPick Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 As the initiator of this discussion, I think it appears that the majority think that adopted caches shouldn't count. I'd agree with this, so I've asked Adam to remove the points I added earlier. Not having points for adopting does keep it simpler. If we try and get too complex, it'll lose its character. Quote Link to comment
+CrazyL200 Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 We have had this discussion before and the concencus THEN was that adoptions should not count Appologies, if I'd realised (or had the time to research more) it had already been discussed and agreed, I'd have gone with original agreement. Quote Link to comment
+adambro Posted May 11, 2006 Author Share Posted May 11, 2006 I'd agree with this, so I've asked Adam to remove the points I added earlier. Which has now been done. Thanks for letting me know. Quote Link to comment
+Jaz666 Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 Well I'll personally be counting the cache I apopted this month, as it's a new ammo can with new contents, new log book and new location - essentially a new cache carrying on the tradition of the ruined original. Anyhow, Adam, if you're thinking of changing the points system in the future, how about a single point for the new "discovered it" TB/Geocoin log? Quote Link to comment
+freespirit1402 Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 got my entry in for apr but now im on leave this week and have already exceeded my april total :D:D im aiming for my 100 before the end of the month too , good luck y'all Quote Link to comment
+perth pathfinders Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Hi all, Just a quick note to remind people that the Cacher of the Month website is now accepting results for the month of April. The latest date for submitting your stats is the 15th of May. If you haven't taken part before you can now register on the website. If anyone has any problems please let me know. Regards, Adam What are the Odds on DaBeEm being COTM for April?? Or has anybody else been on a caching frenzy? Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Blimey! DaBeEm HAS been busy! Quote Link to comment
+freespirit1402 Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 if you have put your cotm bar on your gc.com profile does it auto update with the pasted html or do you have to re cut and paste the code each month? Quote Link to comment
Deego Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 (edited) if you have put your cotm bar on your gc.com profile does it auto update with the pasted html or do you have to re cut and paste the code each month? It will auto update, the same as the trigpoint or the geocaching stats bar Edited May 15, 2006 by Deego Quote Link to comment
+macroderma Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Hi all, Just a quick note to remind people that the Cacher of the Month website is now accepting results for the month of April. The latest date for submitting your stats is the 15th of May. If you haven't taken part before you can now register on the website. If anyone has any problems please let me know. Regards, Adam What are the Odds on DaBeEm being COTM for April?? Or has anybody else been on a caching frenzy? I had a good month and am hoping to make the top 10 Mind you, April is a good month for most people - Easter holidays and, hopefully, some decent weather Quote Link to comment
+adambro Posted May 15, 2006 Author Share Posted May 15, 2006 April has been a very good month. Broken the record for the number of entries, second time this year. Still time if you haven't entered for April. Entries close at midnight tonight with the results published tomorrow morning. Regarding the CotM stats image, as Deego has said, it is dynamic, so will change itself. My intention is to allow users to customise the image with whatever stats they wish to display but its not a key priority so it'll have to wait until I've got less to be doing. Quote Link to comment
+adambro Posted May 16, 2006 Author Share Posted May 16, 2006 April results are now online. My entry was a bit poor this month but clearly some people have been busy. Quote Link to comment
The Washers UK Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Thanks for all your work on COTM it's much appreciated. Another great month for us Quote Link to comment
+KiwiGary Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Slipped down to number 20 And I thought I had a good month, but it seems others were more busy. Oh well at least I am now 10th in New Zealand, and thats all that really counts See ya...Gary Quote Link to comment
+macroderma Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Hi all, Just a quick note to remind people that the Cacher of the Month website is now accepting results for the month of April. The latest date for submitting your stats is the 15th of May. If you haven't taken part before you can now register on the website. If anyone has any problems please let me know. Regards, Adam What are the Odds on DaBeEm being COTM for April?? Or has anybody else been on a caching frenzy? I had a good month and am hoping to make the top 10 Mind you, April is a good month for most people - Easter holidays and, hopefully, some decent weather Ah well, I made the top 20 Not even top for trig points this month As an html numpty how do you link to the COTM 'badge'? Keep it simple please!!! Quote Link to comment
+badger Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Congratulations to DaBeEm for hitting top spot... And well done to every one who entered. Matt Quote Link to comment
+adambro Posted May 16, 2006 Author Share Posted May 16, 2006 As an html numpty how do you link to the COTM 'badge'? Keep it simple please!!! If you are meaning the image that has your stats then if you log in and then click on 'Stat bar' under where it says 'Submit results' you can find the HTML you need. Quote Link to comment
+macroderma Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 As an html numpty how do you link to the COTM 'badge'? Keep it simple please!!! If you are meaning the image that has your stats then if you log in and then click on 'Stat bar' under where it says 'Submit results' you can find the HTML you need. Quick reply and straightforward Many thanks! Quote Link to comment
DaBeEm Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 Congratulations to DaBeEm for hitting top spot... And well done to every one who entered. Matt Thank you! and well done to every one from us too! Quote Link to comment
Nediam Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 Well done DaBeEm for getting COTM And a big well done to the Perth Pathfinders for placing so many caches! Quote Link to comment
+perth pathfinders Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 Well done DaBeEm for getting COTM And a big well done to the Perth Pathfinders for placing so many caches! Well done to DaBeEm - not that I was spying on you u understand! And as for the cache setting - it's all DaBeEm's fault for introducing me to caching in the first place!! Quote Link to comment
+Team Clova Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 (edited) And as for the cache setting - it's all DaBeEm's fault for introducing me to caching in the first place!! Oh! - knew someone was going to get the blame!!! WoW thanks DaBeEm - now have the next 5 weekends booked up trying to catch up on PP caches??? and thats before we get started on other peoples? Need time to set some ourselves??? Yep DaBeEM- THANKS Congratulations anyway for COTM (ooops is it OK to say congrats in this thread??? ) Edited May 17, 2006 by Team Clova Quote Link to comment
+Jango & Boba Fett Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Due to finger trouble our April total never made it for consideration. But the good news is that while googling this morning I've found an alternative source of fun ANd for only a long afternoons work I can become the 4th most successful geocacher in the UK. Not only that but we think that with some good planning we could actually bag every cache in GB in about a fortnight - not saying whether that number is bigger or smaller than 312. On a sad not however, having only started geocaching in October 2005, we had not realised that there had been such an acrimonius split in the GC community. Some of it seemingly to do with issues that we still see being raised like MOCs and commercial/charity caches. One thing I did pick up on though was the issue of whether or not to log a find online. I realise why some cachers may feel strongly enough to be against doing this (though to me it does feel a little like thoseWWII Japanese soldiers still hidding out in the bush) but does this explain some of those mysterious jumps that TBs occasionally do? Quote Link to comment
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