+famof410 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 (edited) I'm trying to decide if I'd like to host an event. One idea is at a local state park that has about 21 Geocaches at it. I was thinking of maybe having a scavenger hunt by using some of the geocaches already in place to list a coordinate. But they are not all wheelchair friendly and not sure if it would make it unfair to those that are more challenged physically. I'd like to come up with something for us to do so if you have any other ideas, I'd be open to them. The other idea is to host it at the local Cabela's and ask them to "display" some possible cache containers etc. What do you guys think? THANKS! Edited January 29, 2011 by famof410 Quote Link to comment
+HomeStyle Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 I'm trying to decide if I'd like to host an event. One idea is at a local state park that has about 21 Geocaches at it. I was thinking of maybe having a scavenger hunt by using some of the geocaches already in place to list a coordinate. But they are not all wheelchair friendly and not sure if it would make it unfair to those that are more challenged physically. I'd like to come up with something for us to do so if you have any other ideas, I'd be open to them. The other idea is to host it at the local Cabela's and ask them to "display" some possible cache containers etc. What do you guys think? THANKS! We're hosting one too. I would love to have some ideas! Quote Link to comment
+tasdevil13 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Hi famof410, don't make it too complicated to get to the event. An event is more or less a meeting and not a mystery cache, where the folk first has to get coords to get there. The main idea is to meet and chat. If some people don't have found the caches nearby, they will go in groups and catch up with numbers... I usually make my events in brewpubs (well, they are less kids friedly, I admit :-), but a BBQ in some park could also be fun. The brewpubs are easier to organize from a distance, as I have hosted many events on business trips or on holidays (just check my profile). To find a park where you are allowed to have a BBQ is almost impossible, if you haven't been there before. I have hosted two events (close to home) just on a pebble island under a bridge. People brought blankets to sit on, some brought a small grill and some beers. It was great fun, even if the next parking space was almost a mile away... So, just make it simple and have fun! Cheers Roland aka tasdevil13 Quote Link to comment
+tango501 Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Local papers will usually help in the 'events' section and its usually free as well. I also used Facebook to publish events too. Keep it as simple as possible. Quote Link to comment
+JudithandCharlene Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Hi there, I was wanting to host an event but am wanting to do it indoors as I live in Glasgow (Scotland) and it is always too risky arranging events outside due to the weather. I have seen lots of events posted but all seem to be outside. I am assuming there is no problems hosting events inside (ie in a community hall etc) with the right permission. Please can anyone advise. Judith and Charlene x Quote Link to comment
PeterJull Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 I think I must be missing something about the attractions of this type of event. I'm happy to socialise with other geocachers and even watch a sunset with them but if I'm going to commit to travel and a specific day I think I want some element of organised geochaching, something competitive really. I've seen some events that seem to be effectively orienteering with GPS instead of maps but being a long distance walker rather than a runner that doesn't completely fit the bill. In the absence of a suitable event in the UK (please tell me if I've missed something) perhaps I'll have to organise one myself. I would include a speed section, some puzzles, 10+ miles walking over a whole day, geocaches with clues to identify a final location, commemorative geocoin and a good prize £100 say for ftf the final cache covered by entry fees. Which of these elements are most likely to persuade you to come to such an event or not, or is there anything I have missed out? The finish can be near a pub or three of course. Hi famof410, don't make it too complicated to get to the event. An event is more or less a meeting and not a mystery cache, where the folk first has to get coords to get there. The main idea is to meet and chat. If some people don't have found the caches nearby, they will go in groups and catch up with numbers... I usually make my events in brewpubs (well, they are less kids friedly, I admit :-), but a BBQ in some park could also be fun. The brewpubs are easier to organize from a distance, as I have hosted many events on business trips or on holidays (just check my profile). To find a park where you are allowed to have a BBQ is almost impossible, if you haven't been there before. I have hosted two events (close to home) just on a pebble island under a bridge. People brought blankets to sit on, some brought a small grill and some beers. It was great fun, even if the next parking space was almost a mile away... So, just make it simple and have fun! Cheers Roland aka tasdevil13 Quote Link to comment
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