+mikemtn Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 Why did you pay $30.00 to be a Charter Member? Just two choices. Please pick the one that best describes your decision to join. (fixed minor spelling error - Jeremy) [This message was edited by Jeremy Irish on March 11, 2002 at 05:44 PM.] Quote Link to comment
+Web-ling Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 I really couldn't care less about Member Only caches. *IF* I ever use the option, it will be for some kind of temporary event, and then I'll turn it off. I *want* people to find my caches; Why would I want to restrict access? Web-ling [This message was edited by Web-ling on March 11, 2002 at 08:17 PM.] Quote Link to comment
+Macro Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 I joined because I feel that the people who enjoy geocaching should be the ones to support it. Consider the cache in tash out philosophy; we clean up the environment so that we may enjoy it forever. Well, Jeremy doesnt need a bath...he needs money to make this web site exist, and because of that he's got my $30! Regarding MOC, I will never do one. I am not going to punish others for not thinking like me. I chose to pay, that doesnt mean anyone else has to. I think they should, but I would never exclude them if they dont. Quote Link to comment
+travisl Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 I kept meaning to click the PayPal icon at the bottom of the pages, but never got around to it. This was a good a reason as any. As much as I use this site, I ought to do something to support it. Quote Link to comment
Max Wedge Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 To see Geocaching continue --- and if Jeremy can go full time, ggod for him! _ __ ____________________________________________________________ __ _ On my first day of school, my parents dropped me off at the wrong nursery -- there I was, surrounded by trees and shrubs..... Quote Link to comment
+exConn Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 To be honest, I barely noticed member only caches until all the discussion broke out. I skimmed the subscription page, knew my money was going to support the site, and that was that... -exConn What is Project Virginia? Quote Link to comment
JMaxamillion Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 I joined to support Jeremy but i will use the members only caches feature often MAX Quote Link to comment
+MattandLaura Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 to support the site. Most of my caches are geared towards newbies to the sport thusfore I would not force them to pay. One thing I hope for is that the members only caches are worth being members only(i.e spectacular views, nicer prizes). I don't want to pay a fee for caches that are run of the mill. Just my opinion Quote Link to comment
+Ltljon Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 For all the sore feet, aching backs, stiff necks, cuts, scrapes, bruises, etc, etc,....,$30 is a bargain! I'd have paid much more (don't tell Jeremy) I hadn't had this much fun since Quaaludes:D & still feel better the next day! I'll do a MOC when all participants are members. When you come to a fork in the road, take it. Quote Link to comment
+Ltljon Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 For all the sore feet, aching backs, stiff necks, cuts, scrapes, bruises, etc, etc,....,$30 is a bargain! I'd have paid much more (don't tell Jeremy) I hadn't had this much fun since Quaaludes & still feel better the next day! I'll do a MOC when all participants are members. When you come to a fork in the road, take it. Quote Link to comment
+tslack2000 Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 Actually, it was just another donation with some added perks this time. However, I did find my first Members Only Cache today. It was a good one! (Disclaimer: I've found many other good caches before this one and they were not Members Only Caches! ) Tyler Slack's Geocaching in Utah Quote Link to comment
+tslack2000 Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 Actually, it was just another donation with some added perks this time. However, I did find my first Members Only Cache today. It was a good one! (Disclaimer: I've found many other good caches before this one and they were not Members Only Caches! ) Tyler Slack's Geocaching in Utah Quote Link to comment
+TijerasGC Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 TANSTAAFL - There Ain't No Such Thing As A Free Lunch. - Robert A. Heinlein. Ever notice how the young and idealistic always have someone in the background paying the bills? Cool site Jeremy. I would prefer not to see it cluttered with pop-ups. N 35° 5.079' W 106° 23.389' [This message was edited by TijerasGC on March 13, 2002 at 02:20 AM.] Quote Link to comment
+Breaktrack Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 I absolutely purchased a membership for the sole reason to support Jeremy and Geocaching. I too meant to hit that paypal button many times in the past, but did not do so. Can't even tell you why I didn't, don't know myself. MOC's? Not interested, there are plenty of caches out there to find, and I'm planning on adding to the total soon myself. I am going to make my first effort to hide a cache a quality one, with a certain degree of difficulty, using the lessons I've learned from the caches I've found and the wonderful exchanges of information in these forums. This is a great activity, good clean fun, family friendly, and NOT too expensive for a single parent to engage in with the kids. I love it, and I hope everyone will keep in mind that in the overall scheme of things, Geocaching is a pretty low level thing to stress out over... Keep up the good work Jeremy, thanks to all the folks that I've traded posts with, and thanks to all the people that have taken the time to contribute to this activity rather than complain about it constantly. The kids and I are looking forward to doing this for some time to come. Quote Link to comment
+Breaktrack Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 I absolutely purchased a membership for the sole reason to support Jeremy and Geocaching. I too meant to hit that paypal button many times in the past, but did not do so. Can't even tell you why I didn't, don't know myself. MOC's? Not interested, there are plenty of caches out there to find, and I'm planning on adding to the total soon myself. I am going to make my first effort to hide a cache a quality one, with a certain degree of difficulty, using the lessons I've learned from the caches I've found and the wonderful exchanges of information in these forums. This is a great activity, good clean fun, family friendly, and NOT too expensive for a single parent to engage in with the kids. I love it, and I hope everyone will keep in mind that in the overall scheme of things, Geocaching is a pretty low level thing to stress out over... Keep up the good work Jeremy, thanks to all the folks that I've traded posts with, and thanks to all the people that have taken the time to contribute to this activity rather than complain about it constantly. The kids and I are looking forward to doing this for some time to come. Quote Link to comment
mcb Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 So is anyone actually going to vote that they joined just for the Mocaches after all the arguments? The question seems a bit loaded given the present mood of the forum readers. At least you didn't put an option to not join at all. Thanks mcb Quote Link to comment
+Snowtrail Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 Actually, I didn't know there was even an option until the discussions. I even had to hunt it down to join. Ever heard of shareware? This is one of my favorite sites, my favorite sports and can you believe all the great people I've met becuase of this board? $30 is well worth it. Quote Link to comment
+Hawk-eye Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by mcb: So is anyone actually going to vote that they joined just for the Mocaches after all the arguments? The question seems a bit loaded given the present mood of the forum readers. At least you didn't put an option to not join at all. Thanks mcb Wouldn't that kind of be the point? I doubt if anyone joined for MOC's. It's just a vocal minority that seems to have taken them on as the next Jihad. Quote Link to comment
+Hawk-eye Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by mcb: So is anyone actually going to vote that they joined just for the Mocaches after all the arguments? The question seems a bit loaded given the present mood of the forum readers. At least you didn't put an option to not join at all. Thanks mcb Wouldn't that kind of be the point? I doubt if anyone joined for MOC's. It's just a vocal minority that seems to have taken them on as the next Jihad. Quote Link to comment
+georgeandmary Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by mikemtn: Why did you pay $30.00 to be a Charter Member? Just two choices. Please pick the one that best describes your decision to join. [This message was edited by Jeremy Irish on March 11, 2002 at 05:44 PM.] I joined because I realized how much information flows through this web site and I know it can't be cheap. george Quote Link to comment
+planetrobert Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 well I must say this was the BEST deal i have seen in a long time. Great to be able to help support the caching community. I am thinking of doing member only caches and then conjerting themm after a period of time. Thanks to the QUAD for this idea. Now where did I set my GPS??? Quote Link to comment
+Moore9KSUcats Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 We haven't joined yet (waiting until payday), but will willingly and eagerly. It is a VERY disappointing weekend when something keeps us from geocaching. This has been just about the best thing for us as a family.. it is getting us out and doing a very fun activity together! Like many, I wondered how someone was paying for all of this. $30 is a small price to pay to keep away from the advertising nuisances, and keep this the wonderful site it is! Quote Link to comment
+Moore9KSUcats Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 We haven't joined yet (waiting until payday), but will willingly and eagerly. It is a VERY disappointing weekend when something keeps us from geocaching. This has been just about the best thing for us as a family.. it is getting us out and doing a very fun activity together! Like many, I wondered how someone was paying for all of this. $30 is a small price to pay to keep away from the advertising nuisances, and keep this the wonderful site it is! Quote Link to comment
+worldtraveler Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by mikemtn: Why did you pay $30.00 to be a Charter Member? Just two choices... I started to vote, but the "just two choices" reminded me of the trick question, "Are you still beating your wife?" I paid primarily to support geocaching and Jeremy. But that doesn't exclude the possibility of me one day placing or hunting a MOC, and I wouldn't want the results of the poll to be used as "proof" that MOC's are so minor in importance and devisive in nature that they should be eliminated. I'm not making any accusations about the mikemtn's motives; I'm just aware that data can be misapplied by others to support agendas. Call me cynical... Worldtraveler Quote Link to comment
+Upham Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 I joined because I wanted to put a neet little caption under my name but I don't know how. I think this is an awesome site and sport and I want to see it continue. What a small price to pay. Thanks again Jeremy Bob Quote Link to comment
+Upham Posted March 12, 2002 Share Posted March 12, 2002 I joined because I wanted to put a neet little caption under my name but I don't know how. I think this is an awesome site and sport and I want to see it continue. What a small price to pay. Thanks again Jeremy Bob Quote Link to comment
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