When not caching, Do you carry a Geocoin ?

1.2k · August 16, 2006

I was wondering if when you are out and about , work or play. But NOT caching , Do you carry a Geocoin in your pocket, In a Purse for the ladys on the forum, or physicaly attached to your body like you are a walking TB ? " Hi I'm Glenn Log Me :laughing: . "

This is just a curiosity question to through out, and have some fun with !!

I carry a -crake- Tracking Time coin in my pocket at all times. Why, maybe because it helps me keep on time since I don't like watches :rolleyes: , On a serious note I show to people I meet, tell them the concept of this hobby, about the coin its tracking ability and possibly have someone else enjoy this hobby. People are facinated with the design of this coin and listen to the concept, most walk away with a smile (so far) having enjoyed the coin and chat. Maybe a new cacher to be

All the folks at the local post office ask me so what type of coin are you mailing today and where to ? LOL, They are some nice folks and also enjoy seeing the destination of my postals.

Going to buy a few Generic USA coins and give them to the postal workers that get my coins out promptly, should be a fun visit there !! Oh yes and a special one for my mailman. : - ) he is quite a busy man coming to our home !!

I have given thought to another coin since I have more then one pocket now to chose what one : - )

I could not find a thread like this if it was done before sorry I could not find it so here goes.

Glenn

2k · August 16, 2006

I have a Selective Availability on a key ring with my gate key on it, so I use it every day practically. It's always in my vehicle so I guess that it's been on just about all of my caching adventures, or at least in the parking area of em'. It's getting just about beat up enough to set free. :rolleyes:

1.3k · August 16, 2006

Yes I have my regular edition Blind Acorn with me in my wallet. I also have my "I found it first" Found It! geocoin in my car in case I actually get a FTF.

There are a couple of more TBs you can inquire about if you see me. One is my dog and one is my mountain bike.

8.1k · August 16, 2006

Nope but I got a $2.60 bus ticket out of the ticket machine today and was greeting by 17 gold $1.00 coins! :rolleyes: My pocket was down to my ankle as I staggered with my plunder to the bus. :laughing:

I have a 'quick grab' box of coins I take for last minute caching.

1.3k · August 16, 2006

oh yea one more thing. . there's a stash of blind acorns and compass rose 2006 engraved w/ The Blind Acorn in my car incase i find a cacher out and about.

2.6k · August 16, 2006

Nope but I got a $2.60 bus ticket out of the ticket machine today and was greeting by 17 gold $1.00 coins! My pocket was down to my ankle as I staggered with my plunder to the bus.

I was using BART once when the guy in front of me purchased his ticket from the friendly machine... he started to grab his change (about 4 dollars - all nickles) when common cents [pun intended] hit him. He chucked the nickles back into the change dispenser, grabbed his ticket and stormed off. I looked at the pile of nickles and compared the long line of late commuters behind me and left my pile of change nickles as well! I'll bet you some homeless person thought we were nuts but who wants to walk around San Francisco all day long with 8 bucks of change?! Besides, I probably would have been arrested for opening parking meters. :rolleyes:

Oh, Carrying Geocoins. Some times. I carried my first Geocoin I found in a cache for a while. It brought a lot of joy and made a great story piece. If I get a coin that's special, I'll tote it around for a few days. When I go to Geocachings, I carry a Geocaching Volunteer Coin for everyone to log as a find. We have a Gathering coming up in two weekends too!

1.7k · August 16, 2006

My husband carries one of our coins with him in his wallet, it's #100 but he removed the "1" so it's just 00. I usually have several coins in my car to drop as swag in caches.

4.2k · August 16, 2006

Do you carry a Geocoin in your pocket, In a Purse for the ladys on the forum, or physicaly attached to your body like you are a walking TB ?

Doesn't everybody?

Just kidding - I don't carry any with me. Just in my caching bag.

August 16, 2006

Who stops geocaching?

I always carry the GPS (iQue 3600 - PDA/GPS combo).

Interesting caches in address book.

Always carrying one of my coins, just in case! :laughing:

3.1k · August 16, 2006

In fact I do, I carry a 2005 USA 5th anniversary coin with me at all times.

I take it to all the events and share it with others. I also log it with me when I do road trips. The owner of the coin knows I keep it with me everywhere I go, thank you RC :laughing: .

3k · August 16, 2006

Always! Just in case we catch someone snooping about with a GPS in hand We haven't met any cachers in the field since getting our coin minted, but have had a few near misses so we keep one handy. If we meet another cacher, we'll give them the number to "Discover" it and their profile is added to the list on the coin so we'll have a list of cachers we've met along the way. It should go over pretty well at the next event cache And of course the cache/swag bag is always in the trunk of the car with a stack of coins.

August 16, 2006

I carry one of mine with me - that way I can show it off to people!

I let them log it as discovered!

1.4k · August 16, 2006

When I get my own coins minted, I will surely carry some with me at all times.

Meanwhile, I do carry a coin or two with me when I go to coin shows ("real" coins, that is, the kind used in commerce). I show them to other coin collectors and dealers who don't know about this hobby.

1.1k · August 17, 2006

Yes.

When i first started caching I was using a usa geocoin to track my mileage and such, i always had it in my pocket (went into the wash a few times as well) then i stopped carrying a coin for a while, when I had my personals made, i carried one of them for a while #31 since i am 31. after a few months i decided to add a tb tag and dropped it in a cache. i Now have a silver version of my coin on my keychain, so it travels with me all the time, its Number 9, Number 9, Number 9, Number 9... I have no idea why i decided on that number. might have something to do with the music i was listening to when i decided to make one into a keychain...

Edited August 17, 2006 by Nero

2k · August 17, 2006

its Number 9, Number 9, Number 9, Number 9... I have no idea why i decided on that number.

LOL

August 17, 2006

I usually have a couple of silver Geodetic Center Coins, just in case I catch a cacher in the act.. Glen

2k · August 17, 2006

I have a Calgary Cachers 2006 Token and a Gold Geobone attached to my Backpack that I carry my stuff in when I cycle to work and back. I also tend to have a small Geo-cache swag bag that has a few coins with me as I carry my GPSr with me everywhere in case I see a little Treasure Chest icon.

Really, I enjoy caching, but am definately a "cacher of convenience" and cache as part of my regular journies. This is why my numbers are relatively low, but my distances between found caches is great.

August 17, 2006

I've carried a "Challenge Coin" in my pocket for some years. If you collect geocoins you might look for Challenge Coins too. Most manufacturers of geocoins probably make challenge coins too.

Just don't snap the wrong one down on the bar, if there are any veterans present ... unless you've got more cash in your hip pocket cache than most people.

I was thinking about converting my challenge coin into an avatar, but it is probably copyrighted, so I'll try something else.

August 19, 2006

No, I don't carry a geocoin around, and I never thought about it until you asked the question I don't think that I'll start doing it, unless we put out our own personal coin; I can see folks carrying around a copy of their own sig all the time.

For what it is worth, I keep our stash of geocoins-for-traveling in a canvas pouch (which is getting a little full at the moment, what with all the new coins that came in this week ), and I tend to keep it handy for when I run errands and such, so that if I grab a P&G or something, I've got a selection of coins to drop in

2.2k · August 15, 2007

I was searching through old posts today to research a new coin idea, and I saw this thread.

I had to laugh, because I always have a Yime in my pocket! (Excuse me sir...is that a Yime in your pocket...?"

When I got it over a year ago, I dropped it in my pocket to take home and add to my binder. Well, I kept forgetting to take it out, and it just sort of stayed with me. It's one of my all-time favorites, so I liked having it around. Unfortunately, it has become a bit scratched up with time, so it is no longer a mint coin which is a shame. But, I get a lot more enjoyment out of seeing it all the time rather than closed up in my binder!

After seeing how scratched it got, I considered carrying my Kealia/Hulabum coin around too. But I couldn't figure out how I could manage to get Kealia scratched off, and leave HB in pristine condition! :blink:

3.3k · August 15, 2007

I was searching through old posts today to research a new coin idea, and I saw this thread.

I had to laugh, because I always have a Yime in my pocket! (Excuse me sir...is that a Yime in your pocket...?"

When I got it over a year ago, I dropped it in my pocket to take home and add to my binder. Well, I kept forgetting to take it out, and it just sort of stayed with me. It's one of my all-time favorites, so I liked having it around. Unfortunately, it has become a bit scratched up with time, so it is no longer a mint coin which is a shame. But, I get a lot more enjoyment out of seeing it all the time rather than closed up in my binder!

After seeing how scratched it got, I considered carrying my Kealia/Hulabum coin around too. But I couldn't figure out how I could manage to get Kealia scratched off, and leave HB in pristine condition!

Nice one Dave. Since you've resurrected this beauty, YES, I always have at least one geocoin on me. At work meetings, traveling, wherever. I use on of my personals as a card cap for Texas Hold Em (which is tonight, wish me luck), and daily I keep whatever trader is on top in my pocket. Currently I have a MWGB Poker Chip in my pocket. Been there since MWGB. Showed it to the postlady today, since she asked, "what is actually IN all these mailers?"

1.2k · August 15, 2007

Dave, Thanks for digging up my old topic I STILL have the Tracking Time coin in my pocket, signs of wear . But I am never late and share it with all I meet cacher or not ! A conversation piece it is.

Glenn

August 15, 2007

I have one of my GeoTags on my key ring (figure there is always a chance to get keys back again if lost) so yea I always have a coin with me. I almost always have another coin with me as well to show others, usually non-cachers. It might be trackable or untrackable. Lackey, GSA, Binary, Rivercity, Rubicon Brothers, lately it is the POW/MIA, and several other coins have seen time in my pocket.

August 15, 2007

I work in the hotel industry and I was assisting in our restaurant earlier this week and was talking with a family standing in line. I asked why they were in town and the father replied that he was here on business to discuss GPS satalites and inquired if I understood ???? (Wierd question in general, I thought) ... I laughed and replied that I am a geocacher and asked if he knew what that was :blink: ... To make a long story short, the wife asked what swag I typically put in caches ... I chuckled as I pulled my newest coin (Cache Lei) out of my pocket. They were amazed that I actually had a geocoin in my pocket .... but it made for a fantastic conversation and a satisfied guest in the hotel !!!!

4.2k · August 15, 2007

I was searching through old posts today to research a new coin idea, and I saw this thread.

I had to laugh, because I always have a Yime in my pocket! (Excuse me sir...is that a Yime in your pocket...?"

When I got it over a year ago, I dropped it in my pocket to take home and add to my binder. Well, I kept forgetting to take it out, and it just sort of stayed with me. It's one of my all-time favorites, so I liked having it around. Unfortunately, it has become a bit scratched up with time, so it is no longer a mint coin which is a shame. But, I get a lot more enjoyment out of seeing it all the time rather than closed up in my binder!

After seeing how scratched it got, I considered carrying my Kealia/Hulabum coin around too. But I couldn't figure out how I could manage to get Kealia scratched off, and leave HB in pristine condition!

Am I alone in thinking that things were much better in here when Cornerstone wasn't posting for a while?

1.7k · August 15, 2007

I also keep several at work. Seems that there is someone always in my cube (that's when I'm actually in the office and not on a business trip ) asking me about Geocaching. So, after we talk about Geocaching for a little while, I introduce them to my addiction of geocoins and show off a few of them -- besides how ever would I get through a day at the office without staring constantly at my shiny bits o metal :blink:

1.2k · August 15, 2007

besides how ever would I get through a day at the office without staring constantly at my shiny bits o metal

Spoken as a true geocoin-nicker

Anyone notice this was bumped up one year to the date I posted :blink:

1.4k · August 15, 2007

I have my Orient Express player geocoin on my car key ring because this coin seems earned rather than bought (even tho i still payed 18$). This is one of my favorites and its nice to have it with me.

1.6k · August 15, 2007

I have two geocoins and a pathtag on my keyring, and a purty Oroborus wrapped Sunburst I wear to events as a necklace!

Me without my coins?? GASP! Its like being nekkid!

2.2k · August 15, 2007

Am I alone in thinking that things were much better in here when Cornerstone wasn't posting for a while?

You snicker...but others feel more serious about it! :blink:

1.2k · August 15, 2007

Would like to add, besides the Tracking Time coin in pocket. I also have one of Karma's (Dorkfish) V1 Round Fish tank (reject tracking number) coins on my keys that was sent as a gift.

August 15, 2007

Wow...I am not the only one!!

I actually carry one of Marky's amazingly prepared motogrrl memorial geocoins on on my purse. It changes bags with me and for dressier times it goes just inside the bag, but otherwise it is always out and prominent. I am sure people have noticed it, but no one has yet to discover or log me...maybe someday.

I call it my arm candy

August 15, 2007

Doh, I got a time out error and posted again...silly server!

Edited August 15, 2007 by TokyoBlossom

4.9k · August 15, 2007

On my keychain, I have a Hogwilds traveler geocoin that ScoutingWV gave me as a PIF. I always forget to dip it though.

~tsun

August 15, 2007

I just had one of my sample coins fixed up with a tracking # & a hole so I can carry my keys on it. I hope to use it to show others who ask about geocaching & have it to take to events for others to discover. The sample coin is very special because it was accidently made 2x the size it was supposed to be! I did have it just sitting on my desk, but only I could enjoy it that way. Now I have a conversation piece I can use to start a conversation or to change the subject to caching or even to COINS!!!!

August 16, 2007

I have one of the first geocoins that I had made on my keychain. I had it made for my "geohoney's" 50th birthday/2000th cache find. I still like to look at it, and have it available for discovery. Once I get mine in hand I will add one of those as well. At that rate I will have more geocoins on my keyring than keys :surprise: .

Not so long ago I picked up a geocoin for one of my friends who has a nice collection. When he came over to visit I went to look for it. I found geocoins in my pocket, some in my top dresser drawer, 3 in my dufflebag, 2 in my purse and finally found the coin I had got for him along with a few others in my car................. So yes, I guess I do usually have a few geocoins with me!

August 16, 2007

We've been using a Pirate map coin at the pool to give our son something easier to spot than a quarter when diving to the bottom of the pool to fetch things. Some of the other kids in the pool like to wander around with it as well, but it has returned each time so far.

I'll tell ya, those coins make a serious *ping* noise when they hit the tile wall by mistake. :surprise:

August 16, 2007

I have a Happy Caching Ladybird Microcoin on my keyring. And I like to carry my favorite coin with me. I really like to have them with me so that I can have a look at them whenever I like, and many coins are sooo beautiful I don't have a lot in my collection so far (all of them are activated, so you can see them in my profile), but it's quite hard sometimes to chose which one to carry today Today very high up on my list are my Cache Counter coin, King of Geocaching and the Geocacher's Evolution coin.

In the evening, things are much easier, the First Austrian Geocow Coin glows in the dark, so this one is the one I carry :surprise:

Steinwälzer

1.9k · August 16, 2007

First I had a forums coin in my pocket since we all were on there and it was fun to look at and read all the names...It turned up missing on my behalf .

For awhile I had a world traveler in my pocket as well...I would play with it, spin it flip it, look at it when I wanted to, it was just nice to have. I turned it into my Pocket traveler, with its mission to travel around in your pocket for a bit and take pics of your pocket contents. So far it is still traveling.

Currently I have a Dorkfish V1 on my keys that are with me all the time. It was a special one because she sent it to me out of the blue, from the kindness of her Dorky little heart and I have had it on there ever since. :surprise:

Sure wish I could find that darn Forums coin I lost..At least it was mine-Eh?

I also carried my Mystery Binary Coin around for 2 days, because I liked it so much...You know, the one that got exiled from the forums!!!!

Edited August 16, 2007 by 007BigD

3.8k · August 16, 2007

I've been waiting to answer this question for a time when I wasn't caching to see if I had a coin in my pocket. This hasn't happened.

I don't think I am ever not caching. Even while sitting in a meeting I am thinking about how to get out of the meeting and find that cache .4 miles down the road.

2.9k · August 16, 2007

I'm gonna start carrying one...

This one, as a matter of fact *grin*

1.3k · August 18, 2007

What?! Carry a geocoin around with you? Nah, that's only for seriously addicted crazy people! I mean, I love geocoins, but why carry them with you always? They are much safer at home.

Oh......hang on.....I have a Bug in my pocket, and a Ellandel Australia in my purse.....how did that happen???????

August 18, 2007

I don't carry a geocoin, but I always carry my military challenge coin. It is always safe to carry one of those, because if you didn't and someone threw one down you will be buy the drinks for everyone there that has one.

October 1, 2007

I keep my very first geocoin in my caching bag. I dip it in every cache that I've been to since. Thinking about drilling a hole in it and adding it to my keychain. Then it would always be with me.

Edited October 1, 2007 by 3Bobs

October 1, 2007

I got a cacher tag on my keychain now. I will probably activate it so people I meet while geocaching will be able to discover this coin.

October 1, 2007

I got some Cacher Tags a couple of weeks ago, and made one into a necklace. It's activated, so folks can discover me! My daughter has one on a necklace, too. And we gave one to a friends daughter, and it's now a necklace, too! I usually wear it most of the time, but I got some bug bites on my neck while out caching this weekend, so it's sitting on my dresser till I'm not itchy any more!

24.7k · October 1, 2007

I've got some old Alaska and Idaho coins I carry to leave in caches every now and then.

1.8k · October 1, 2007

I'm carrying 2 XLE Geo-Jellies + 1 GeocoinFest Mozaic right now...

October 2, 2007

I just received my personal coins last week - so I ALWAYS have one with me. I think the only people who have seen them are the people at work, and I'm sure they are quite confused why someone would mint a coin .

Before last week, I was carrying around one of my samples around with me...

1.2k · July 11, 2008

Well here is a old thread of mine :laughing: With all the new folks here thought this topic could be fun ! So do you carry a Geocoin when not caching ?

I was wondering if when you are out and about , work or play. But NOT caching , Do you carry a Geocoin in your pocket, In a Purse for the ladys on the forum, or physicaly attached to your body like you are a walking TB ? " Hi I'm Glenn Log Me . "

This is just a curiosity question to through out, and have some fun with !!

I carry a -crake- Tracking Time coin in my pocket at all times. Why, maybe because it helps me keep on time since I don't like watches , On a serious note I show to people I meet, tell them the concept of this hobby, about the coin its tracking ability and possibly have someone else enjoy this hobby. People are facinated with the design of this coin and listen to the concept, most walk away with a smile (so far) having enjoyed the coin and chat. Maybe a new cacher to be

All the folks at the local post office ask me so what type of coin are you mailing today and where to ? LOL, They are some nice folks and also enjoy seeing the destination of my postals.

Going to buy a few Generic USA coins and give them to the postal workers that get my coins out promptly, should be a fun visit there !! Oh yes and a special one for my mailman. : - ) he is quite a busy man coming to our home !!

I have given thought to another coin since I have more then one pocket now to chose what one : - )

I could not find a thread like this if it was done before sorry I could not find it so here goes.

Glenn

Edited July 11, 2008 by glennk721

When not caching, Do you carry a Geocoin ?

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