+Bland by name Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 I realise that GPS reception is rubbish inside but I was thinking of putting a virtual cache inside a free entry public building that has a large glass roof. You would need to take a photo or email info taken from the place to get the log. Any thoughts. Has anybody seen similar? Ta Paul Quote Link to comment
+HazelS Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 Yep - been done and approved... I'm sure someone will tell you which caches they are, but Team Marzipan have caches inside a couple of local libraries, and given ROUGH coords...... Quote Link to comment
+chizu Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 Holyrood Horror is similar, but unfortunately you can no longer set virtual caches. Quote Link to comment
+chizu Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 After reading Hazel's log I think I might have misinterpreted your OP. If you mean you have to go in the building to solve clues to find a physical box outside somewhere, then this one is similar. If only the painting didn't keep walking! Quote Link to comment
+Moote Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 There are some caches inside old Nuclear Bunkers Quote Link to comment
+keehotee Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 I realise that GPS reception is rubbish inside but I was thinking of putting a virtual cache inside a free entry public building that has a large glass roof. You would need to take a photo or email info taken from the place to get the log. Any thoughts. Has anybody seen similar? Ta Paul Seen similar. Unfortunately (or not, depending on your viewpoint) virtual caches haven't been allowed for some years now. There are still old virtuals about, but no new ones will be published. Quote Link to comment
+Paul G0TLG Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 There used to be a micro inside the big shopping centre in Newcastle (Metro Centre?) - it might still be there for all I know. But yes, it's been heard of and approved. But as Keehotee says, unfortunately virtual aren't approved any more, so the ideaas you suggested in your OP wouldn't be allowed. Quote Link to comment
+Von-Horst Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 GC806A was a cache that was a book hidden within a public library... Otherwise, based on your post you would seem to be restricted to a multi where finding information inside leads to a cache outside, or a micro hidden inside with a REALLY detailed hint... Mike Quote Link to comment
+Graculus Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 Indeed, virtuals are no longer approved, all caches must have a logbook to sign. You also need to demonstrate that GPS usage is required. Having a cache located in a building and giving directions inside to where it is hidden would be fine but to get to the start point saying something like, "go to the library steps in the High Street of Anytown" and providing the coords for the steps wouldn't be acceptable as anyone could find that location without a GPS. Creating an offset cache with clues in the building and cache somewhere outside (for which you need a GPS) or an offset outside to get clues to a cache within a building would probably be OK. The relevant guideline is, ".... GPS usage is an essential element of geocaching. Therefore, although it is possible to find a cache without a GPS, the option of using accurate GPS coordinates as an integral part of the cache hunt must be demonstrated for all physical cache submissions.". If you've got an idea you can always email your nearest friendly reviewer and ask for their advice! "If you have a novel type of cache that "pushes the envelope" to some degree, then it is best to contact your local reviewer and/or Groundspeak before placing and reporting it on the Geocaching.com web site" Chris Graculus Volunteer UK Reviewer for geocaching.com UK Geocaching Information & Resources website www.follow-the-arrow.co.uk/resources Quote Link to comment
+sTeamTraen Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 This is a physical cache inside a large greenhouse, so it can be done! Quote Link to comment
+The Bongtwashes Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 ... You would need to take a photo or email info taken from the place to get the log. ... Also you can't insist on additional logging requirements any more. Quote Link to comment
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