+bearhugger1972 Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 If i find a cache then realise I dont have a pen to sign the logbook, does this count as a found cache or do I need to return to the cache and sign the log? Quote Link to comment
NordicMan Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Well, I make every effort to sign the log. But I don't think it's a *requirement*. But maybe mention in your log that you forgot to bring a pen(?) Quote Link to comment
Motorcycle_Mama Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) Typically, you should sign the log book. http://www.geocaching.com/faq/ What are the rules in Geocaching? 1. If you take something from the cache, leave something of equal or greater value. 2. Write about your find in the cache logbook. 3. Log your experience at www.geocaching.com. Note that there are other "creative" ways to sign the log book if you find that you don't have a pen. Dirt, grass, blood, etc. can be used. Edited August 28, 2009 by Motorcycle_Mama Quote Link to comment
+niraD Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 WWMD? (What Would MacGyver Do?) Even if you forgot your pen, there are ways to sign a log without one. Quote Link to comment
+Ducky Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 I have been caught on occasion without a pen so I take a pic of the log and cache as proof that I was there Quote Link to comment
+BlueDeuce Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Just make your mark anyway you can. A camera helps - you and the cache. If that just isn't possible, zip the cache owner a quick email explaining the situation and giving some details that makes it obvious you found the cache. Most will be pretty cool about it. Or go back later with a pen and sign the log. Quote Link to comment
+dakin55 Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 If it isnt a micro I use it as an excuse to go find a travel bug and then return to the scene of the offense Quote Link to comment
+Wrgwayandhobolos Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 i have done the same thing. I just left a note saying i forgot to sign the log and i was going to go back in a few days to sign it "shouldn't have a problem finding it the second go round" Quote Link to comment
chillin209 Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I have been caught on occasion without a pen so I take a pic of the log and cache as proof that I was there Thats a great idea!! That happened to me the other day..."my pen BROKE on site!!" Next time I'll take a pic Quote Link to comment
+WRASTRO Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I have signed in blood, mud and Dandelion juice. Quote Link to comment
namiboy Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 there have been a few times where i left my pen in the truck, or forgot one altogether, and i thought "i hope there's a pen in there, but if not i'll be signing in blood". Quote Link to comment
+bearhugger1972 Posted August 29, 2009 Author Share Posted August 29, 2009 Thanks for the help folks, being new to the game i'd rather do things right if i can rather than muck things up for everyone else. Some interesting ideas for ink replacement though, the only prob with using blood is it could be used for DNA profiling if you end up being a suspected terrorist wandering around picking up hidden messages! Quote Link to comment
+Wild Thing 73 Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 Sign and date log is a requirement if you are to get credit for finding my caches, as should be for all Cache Owners....or you could stay home and log caches from your couch....You found the forum, so why not find a cache with a pen...I have 3 pens on a lanyard that is part of my caching equipment. There is no excuse for not have a pen/pencil at the cache site. Stay safe. Quote Link to comment
+aace99 Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 If i find a cache then realise I dont have a pen to sign the logbook, does this count as a found cache or do I need to return to the cache and sign the log? would someone please explain GPX files to me and why cant I download a whole page of caches into my GPS at one t ime??as you can tell. im very new here Quote Link to comment
+bittsen Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 A cache owner is within their rights to delete any online log that doesn't have a corresponding "signature" in the cache physical log. Aside from that there is no law that specifically states a cache owner MUST delete a log from someone who didn't physically sign the log. The term "sign" is vague. You could leave a written signature behind or find some way to "sign" the log. You could send a message to the cache owner sayng that the brown streak that looks like mud is your signature. I'm sure there are dozens of ways to "mark" a log that is not destructive. The only thing that appears written in stone is that a cache owner can not delete your online log if you did, indeed, sign the physical log. Quote Link to comment
+StarBrand Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 Blood, mud, grass smears, flower parts, ash ---- all good alternatives to a pen or pencil. After a while you just learn to carry a writing utensil with you. Quote Link to comment
+ZeroHecksGiven Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I've been seeing this a bit lately. People logging finds on this site with remarks like, "no pen, but I found it" I even saw this one a cache that had four DNF's, then a note from the owner saying it was missing and it would be replaced and then a person a week later logging a find, meanwhile the cache is still under maintenance. Also seeing a few of the, second time finding this, didn't sign this time. How are people logging two or more finds per cache. Oh well, integrity people... Quote Link to comment
+Annie & PB Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 The only thing that appears written in stone is that a cache owner can not delete your online log if you did, indeed, sign the physical log. I beg to differ. I would and have deleted 'found' logs if they are spoilers , regardless of whether I believe the person has found the cache or not. Usually we give them the option of editing the log first, or re-logging if we have already deleted it. I would also delete a found log if it used inappropriate language or similar. YMMD Annie Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Blood, mud, grass smears, flower parts, ash ---- all good alternatives to a pen or pencil. After a while you just learn to carry a writing utensil with you. Especially if you exercised the "blood" option fairly often... Quote Link to comment
+hudsonfam Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 I've seen some "signatures" on logs that are actually stamps or stickers. I kinda like that idea. I'm assuming this is also acceptable? Of course, if you forgot your pen, you probably forgot your stamp, too..... Quote Link to comment
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