Does a cache HAVE to have a log book?

[+stargirl73]

Hi all. It's a straight forward question but I can't find a straight forward answer. I have an idea for a sneaky cache but I won't be able to fit a log in it. I was hoping to leave a code that finders would have to contact me with to claim the cache. Does that constitute a puzzle cache? Or do I have to make it a multi, folks using the code in the first cache to find a traditional cache with a log in it? Would rather do the former but if I have to do the latter, I will. Am sure this has been done before but it's not something I've come across in my searches. Thanks

[+stijnhommes]

Your local reviewer might have a different opinion, but over here, a cache was disabled and locked for all logs because it didn't have a logbook.

 

Also, there is a pretty clear description on the support pages: http://www.geocaching.com/about/glossary.aspx#geocache

Geocache: A container hidden that includes, at minimum, a logbook for geocachers to sign.

[+geocat_]

What you have suggested is not allowed. A cache must have a log. No wiggle room on this rule.

[+Walts Hunting]

Also the having to contact the cache owner for permission to long was banned many years ago. Your second plan would be the only way.

[+KoosKoos]

Hi all. It's a straight forward question but I can't find a straight forward answer. I have an idea for a sneaky cache but I won't be able to fit a log in it. I was hoping to leave a code that finders would have to contact me with to claim the cache. Does that constitute a puzzle cache? Or do I have to make it a multi, folks using the code in the first cache to find a traditional cache with a log in it? Would rather do the former but if I have to do the latter, I will. Am sure this has been done before but it's not something I've come across in my searches. Thanks

 

Not sure how much more straight-forward of an answer you need.

 

From the guidelines: http://www.geocaching.com/about/guidelines.aspx

 

"Geocache Contents

Geocache containers include a logsheet or logbook.

For all physical caches, there must be a logbook, scroll or other type of log for geocachers to record their visit."

 

And meant to add, yes, the way to do it would be as a multi as you proposed.

Edited October 19, 2013 by KoosKoos

[+FunnyNose]

Just like death and taxes.

 

The cache owner has to put out a log book/sheet.

 

And ever more controversial the cache seeker has to sign the log book/sheet.

[+niraD]

I was hoping to leave a code that finders would have to contact me with to claim the cache. Does that constitute a puzzle cache?

What you are describing is called a keyword cache. They are no longer allowed.

 

Another option would be to list a multi-stage cache. The first stage could use the hide technique you have in mind, but instead of a code or keyword, it would have information that would be used to locate the final stage.