Cache idea allowed?

[+silksmybaby]

I have an idea for a local cache but am not sure how it would work when it comes to logging online. I would like to place a small journal in a cache and ask that to log the cache they must write at least 1/2 page of a story, continuing on from the previous cacher's story. They can write more if they wish but to log it online they have to write at least that much. If all they do is sign the log and post online it gets deleted and does not count. All I would ask they log online would be "TFTC" or soemthing short. The point of this would be to go to this location and read the journal and write a story. (It would be in a nice peaceful and hopefully inspirational area)

 

Just wondering what you guys would think of this cache. Are these allowed? *don't stone the newbie cache hider*

[+niraD]

According to the Cache Listing Requirements / Guidelines:

If it is appropriate for your cache location or theme, you may ask the cache seeker to accomplish an optional and simple task, either close to the cache site (normally within 0.1 miles or 161 meters) or when writing their online log. For example, wear the goofy hat inside the cache container and upload a photograph. Cache finders can choose whether or not to attempt or accomplish optional tasks. Cache owners may not delete the cache seeker's log based solely on optional tasks.

 

Before you hide a cache, please read the guidelines. Then go back and read them again so you really understand them.

[+silksmybaby]

I thought I had read that somewhere but I couldn't remember where

[+silksmybaby]

Guess I could add it as an optional task but the fun here would be reading previous entries and contributing your own.

[BCProspectors]

If all they do is sign the log and post online it gets deleted and does not count.

You can't do that.

Cache finders can choose whether or not to attempt or accomplish optional tasks. Cache owners may not delete the cache seeker's log based solely on optional tasks.

[+allrounder]

we have a cache like that in Canberra where you are invited to continue the story...Author's Fore!word

[Clan Riffster]

The benefit to making your cache an ALS, (Additional Logging Suggestion), rather than an ALR, is those folks who truly like to spin yarns and enjoy writing, will do so, while those who do not, will pass. The end result will be a journal full of interesting things to read, as opposed to just a bunch of words crammed onto a paper.

[+dorqie]

While it will have to be optional, I still think you should go for it!

I would very much enjoy finding a cache like that.

Yeah sure, most people wont bother, but it will be extra fun for those that do, and IMO worth it.