+gifthorse Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Hi! I am very new to geocaching, but am anticipating finding my first trackable item. I am both excited and nervous, wondering if I'll understand how to log everytbing in so that all involved are happy. I noticed a cache that is nearby that has a request to go to Florida. I have a trip planned in less than 2 weeks. My one concern is, is a trackable just by data entered into the website, or is there some sort of beacon that would be a problem on a plane. Probably a stupid question, but I just want to make sure before I have it confiscated from my carry-on and it just ends up sitting at airport security and never gets to Florida. Quote Link to comment
jkettu Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 No, trackables do not contain any beacons, rfid tags nor any other active elements. But the bug tags and some coins are metal and might trigger the metal detector at security checkpoint if you forget them in your pocket. Easiest way to get them on the plane is to pack them in the baggage that you leave at the check-in desk. If you want/need to take them with your carry-on baggage, treat them the same as your car keys or some other metal object of equivalent size. I have never had any problems with getting them on board. Quote Link to comment
+gifthorse Posted January 8, 2011 Author Share Posted January 8, 2011 Thanks so much for your advice jkettu. I'll now be able to look for a "companion" to travel with me. Since I won't be checking any luggage (who can afford to these days?), I'll unload them with my other metal items, as you suggested. Thanks for the reply! Quote Link to comment
+worldtraveler Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Just to ensure the obvious is not overlooked - while the travel bug tags themselves are not a problem, they are sometimes attached to items that may be prohibited in carry on or checked baggage. Know before you go. Quote Link to comment
+gifthorse Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Thanks. I will keep that in mind. I don't want my trip to end with problems for either me or my travel bug! Quote Link to comment
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