+SouthCarolina4 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 I have an android LG that i have been using to find caches, I would like to start placing caches and do not know how to do so with my android. Is there anyone that can help me with this? Thanks: SC4 Quote Link to comment
+Gushoneybun Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 (edited) Perhaps not quite the answer you want, but take a look here: http://www.geocachin...spx#coordinates Do spend time reviewing the guidelines lots of info in there to help make your cache one to remember. PS this is not really a bug so maybe it can be moved to the GPSr section? Edited March 12, 2013 by Gushoneybun Quote Link to comment
+Don_J Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 (edited) Perhaps not quite the answer you want, but take a look here: http://www.geocachin...spx#coordinates Do spend time reviewing the guidelines lots of info in there to help make your cache one to remember. PS this is not really a bug so maybe it can be moved to the GPSr section? <LOL> It's not a GPSr either. Edited March 12, 2013 by Don_J Quote Link to comment
Moun10Bike Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 As this is not a bug, I'm moving this to the "How Do I...?" forum. Quote Link to comment
+chillypenguin Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 I use GPS Averaging on a Nexus 7, which is at least as accurate as my eTrex30, but that's another story. Personally I always get at least 50 measurements. Quote Link to comment
+T.D.M.22 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 To place a cache? You just set it down Are you using the Official ($10) geocaching app? another authorized app? an unauthorized app? Can't really help unless we know what you are using. Quote Link to comment
+SouthCarolina4 Posted March 12, 2013 Author Share Posted March 12, 2013 (edited) To place a cache? You just set it down Are you using the Official ($10) geocaching app? another authorized app? an unauthorized app? Can't really help unless we know what you are using. thats funny.....lol yes I am using the official ($10) geocaching app. Edited March 12, 2013 by SouthCarolina4 Quote Link to comment
+J Grouchy Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 May sound a little odd, but I use several different apps to place a single cache: 1 - Geocaching.com app, turn on compass mode for any cache - it will display your current coordinates. Screenshot...walk away about 30 feet, come back, second screenshot, repeat for a third screenshot (each time letting the GPS "settle" for at least 30 seconds to a minute before taking the screenshot). 2 - GPS status app will give you a good readout of your coordinates. I repeat the steps from above and get at least two or three readings. 3 - If I'm feeling like the readings are too varied, I'll use a third app, which varies between c:geo (compass mode), an app called 'Place Saver' or the compass tool from the 'Smart Tools' app. It may seem like overkill to get a minimum of six screenshots just to place a single cache, but you'll notice you get readings that vary - and I imagine that happens even with standalone GPS devices. I've had good luck with most of my caches this way...except for one I had to update the coordinates on after folks told me the reading was off. The updated coords I got came back spot on for everyone, so I figure my method is about as good as I can make it. Quote Link to comment
+SouthCarolina4 Posted March 13, 2013 Author Share Posted March 13, 2013 (edited) Thank you so much J Grouchy i will certainly try it today. We have found many good places to hide some caches so i can't wait to get them out there. Have a great day and happy cacheing... :SC4 Edited March 13, 2013 by SouthCarolina4 Quote Link to comment
+K13 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I would use the phone to find a retailer for a quality GPSr. Purchase said GPSr and cache away. Quote Link to comment
+J Grouchy Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I would use the phone to find a retailer for a quality GPSr. Purchase said GPSr and cache away. I knew someone would do that. Quote Link to comment
+chillypenguin Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 May sound a little odd, but I use several different apps to place a single cache: 1 - Geocaching.com app, turn on compass mode for any cache - it will display your current coordinates. Screenshot...walk away about 30 feet, come back, second screenshot, repeat for a third screenshot (each time letting the GPS "settle" for at least 30 seconds to a minute before taking the screenshot). 2 - GPS status app will give you a good readout of your coordinates. I repeat the steps from above and get at least two or three readings. 3 - If I'm feeling like the readings are too varied, I'll use a third app, which varies between c:geo (compass mode), an app called 'Place Saver' or the compass tool from the 'Smart Tools' app. It may seem like overkill to get a minimum of six screenshots just to place a single cache, but you'll notice you get readings that vary - and I imagine that happens even with standalone GPS devices. I've had good luck with most of my caches this way...except for one I had to update the coordinates on after folks told me the reading was off. The updated coords I got came back spot on for everyone, so I figure my method is about as good as I can make it. Wow, you need to get GPS Averaging One App no messing around, and walking around. Just wait a minute or so to get ~50 measurements and a good accuracy value. The you can then e-mail yourself the co-ords. Quote Link to comment
+theclowndog Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 Wow, you need to get GPS Averaging One App no messing around, and walking around. Just wait a minute or so to get ~50 measurements and a good accuracy value. The you can then e-mail yourself the co-ords. I have a HTC and this is the app I use for placements. No complaints so far... Quote Link to comment
+Yorkshire Yellow Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Wow, you need to get GPS Averaging One App no messing around, and walking around. Just wait a minute or so to get ~50 measurements and a good accuracy value. The you can then e-mail yourself the co-ords. I have a HTC and this is the app I use for placements. No complaints so far... Until I bought my Oregon 450, I cached almost exclusively with my HTC Sensation. I placed a couple of caches using the GPS averaging app suggested above, and (so far) haven't had any of my co-ordinates disputed by other cachers. Quote Link to comment
+J Grouchy Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 May sound a little odd, but I use several different apps to place a single cache: 1 - Geocaching.com app, turn on compass mode for any cache - it will display your current coordinates. Screenshot...walk away about 30 feet, come back, second screenshot, repeat for a third screenshot (each time letting the GPS "settle" for at least 30 seconds to a minute before taking the screenshot). 2 - GPS status app will give you a good readout of your coordinates. I repeat the steps from above and get at least two or three readings. 3 - If I'm feeling like the readings are too varied, I'll use a third app, which varies between c:geo (compass mode), an app called 'Place Saver' or the compass tool from the 'Smart Tools' app. It may seem like overkill to get a minimum of six screenshots just to place a single cache, but you'll notice you get readings that vary - and I imagine that happens even with standalone GPS devices. I've had good luck with most of my caches this way...except for one I had to update the coordinates on after folks told me the reading was off. The updated coords I got came back spot on for everyone, so I figure my method is about as good as I can make it. Wow, you need to get GPS Averaging One App no messing around, and walking around. Just wait a minute or so to get ~50 measurements and a good accuracy value. The you can then e-mail yourself the co-ords. Cool. Hadn't seen that one. Thanks. I'll try it out. I'll probably still back-check it with one of my other methods just to be sure. Quote Link to comment
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