+SCOUT 19D Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 (edited) Not sure why I haven't asked this question sooner, but with all the traffic this site get I was wondering if there were any other cachers that have logged caches in a combat theater? I’ve logged 17 finds in Iraq and one hide CROSSED SABERS. Unfortunately this one has been archived. Edited January 26, 2009 by SCOUT 19D Quote Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I have about 18 or 20 finds in Mosul and Baghdad. I think I have 4 or 5 FTFs in Iraq too. There was not that many geocaches when I was there. Quote Link to comment
+SCOUT 19D Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 I have about 18 or 20 finds in Mosul and Baghdad. I think I have 4 or 5 FTFs in Iraq too. There was not that many geocaches when I was there. Another Scout! Outstanding! Quote Link to comment
+Vater_Araignee Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! Quote Link to comment
+SCOUT 19D Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! Sorry if I've disappointed. Quote Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Theres more 19Ds here . They will post in time. Scouts on the high ground! Quote Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Unlike others, Scouts defend and fight together . And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! Quote Link to comment
+SCOUT 19D Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 Theres more 19Ds here . They will post in time. Scouts on the high ground! ......and always out front! Quote Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 A JAFO? And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! Quote Link to comment
+Vater_Araignee Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 A JAFO? And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! Ouch! That's just plane mean. I have been trying to figure out how to create a combative version of geocaching. I think I have it figured out now but I have been looking for more ideas. Quote Link to comment
+SCOUT 19D Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 A JAFO? And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! PM sent. Quote Link to comment
+Team_DDNight Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I was a scout from Nov 1990 to Dec 1994....I got smart and changed my MOS to 25B though... LOL! I was in Iraq from Jan to Jul 2008 and I found 66 caches while I was there. I didn't find them all either....my finds were limited to Victory Base Complex. The Military Association of Geocachers (MAGC - www.militarycache.org) has a lot of 'forward members' and they get together and cache. They are holding an event on VBC in February....donations to the events are OUTSTANDING! I was there last year and assisted in putting one together. Quote Link to comment
+Castle Mischief Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) Sorry for taking this OT, but... Quick question to those caching in "combat theaters"- Considering the history of caches stateside to be mistaken for explosive devices and considering the dangers of your location- how do you approach a cache in that sort of environment? Ever hear about a cache in a war zone being used to hide something like an IED? Edited January 27, 2009 by Castle Mischief Quote Link to comment
+Proud Soccer Mom Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 A JAFO? And my hopes are dashed again. I was hoping to see something like... TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! TWO CACHERS ENTER, ONLY ONE SINGES THE LOG! FIGHT! Ouch! That's just plane mean. I have been trying to figure out how to create a combative version of geocaching. I think I have it figured out now but I have been looking for more ideas. Two words: PAINTBALL EVENT Quote Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 All geocache hides are on FOBs, COPs, and in Green zones. What does that mean?; all cache hides are in secure areas occupied by US Forces. I never seen a IED hidden in a ammo can, however they (insurgents, MAMs), have hidden IEDs in MRE bags and dead animals. Sorry for taking this OT, but... Quick question to those caching in "combat theaters"- Considering the history of caches stateside to be mistaken for explosive devices and considering the dangers of your location- how do you approach a cache in that sort of environment? Ever hear about a cache in a war zone being used to hide something like an IED? Quote Link to comment
+Asgoroth Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I logged 3 finds at Tallil Air Base, Iraq. That was in 05/06. Was going to do some logs in Afghanistan in a few months, but looks like that has been waved off. Quote Link to comment
+Tahoein' Bunch Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Kinda off Topic, I just want to say Thank You to you guys for all you do for us here. Quote Link to comment
+Bergie Bunch Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 A ditto to what Tahoeing said. Freedom isn't free, keep low, be safe, God's speed. Quote Link to comment
+scuba dude Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Currently in Iraq, and caching whenever I get the chance. I spend most of my time out on FOBs and JSS's Where there's one ro two caches if you are lucky. Most smaller areas have none. My flight was cancelled yesterday, so I have another 3 days and I plan on getting a few more caches in. Quote Link to comment
+NYPaddleCacher Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I have been trying to figure out how to create a combative version of geocaching. Place one in an area with a heavy concentration of FTF hounds. Quote Link to comment
+Unkle Fester Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I have been trying to figure out how to create a combative version of geocaching. Place one in an area with a heavy concentration of FTF hounds. ...And then yell: "THERE CAN BE ONLY ONE!" This would be like a 'last man standing' (or woman) event. I wonder if we could get our own unique cache icon... The non first finders would have to get together and vote one cacher off the island. Sweet! Quote Link to comment
+SCOUT 19D Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 Stay safe and keep us updated. If you need anything, don't hesitate to PM or email. Currently in Iraq, and caching whenever I get the chance. I spend most of my time out on FOBs and JSS's Where there's one ro two caches if you are lucky. Most smaller areas have none. My flight was cancelled yesterday, so I have another 3 days and I plan on getting a few more caches in. Quote Link to comment
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