+blu-eyes Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 Hey all, My favorite item to leave is a bandana, light, easy to carry,and they have lots and lots of uses. Blu-eyes blu-eyes Quote Link to comment
+Team GPSaxophone Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 Would this be too commercial for a signature item? I work there and can get them for about $3 each. I've heard many people say that they think they are neat. Quote Link to comment
+bigredmed Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 I have to be careful as there are people around that are upset that people trade down in the geocaches they find. I was thinking of making my signature item, drug-rep stuff (pens, other freebies, etc). I get this at work and I thought it was fitting given my work and non de-plume. Would this be seen as trading down? Quote Link to comment
+Lazyboy & Mitey Mite Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 If the value of what you are taking is more. But then again lots of peole have opinions. I personally wouldn't worry about it. We printed up a couple of hundred buttons and they've been fairly well received. But I don't trade things for them. I just leave them in most of the caches I visit. If I take something I will leave something behind of greater value. Never Squat With Yer Spurs On Quote Link to comment
RedShoesGirl Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Team GPSaxophone: Would this be too commercial for a signature item? I work there and can get them for about $3 each. I've heard many people say that they think they are neat. http://mywebpages.comcast.net/ihazeltine/Bunnyperson.jpg OH this really neat - cute even. I like it! Now get rid of the Intel sticker on the front, replace it with a geocaching one and you are set. :-) Quote Link to comment
DisQuoi Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 quote:Originally posted by blu-eyes:Hey all, My favorite item to leave is a bandana, light, easy to carry,and they have lots and lots of uses. blu-eyes I agree ... I've been stocking my caches with stacks of bandanas. At LL Bean they're about $5.00 each but I've found a dollar stor that sells the (apparently) same 100% cotton made in USA red/blue/green/black bandanas for ... that's right ... a dollar. And who doesn't want a bandana. I don't mind so much if people were to just take one without a trade since they're easy and cheap to buy. Now , here's a VERY bad signature item!!! Quote Link to comment
DisQuoi Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 quote:Originally posted by blu-eyes:Hey all, My favorite item to leave is a bandana, light, easy to carry,and they have lots and lots of uses. blu-eyes I agree ... I've been stocking my caches with stacks of bandanas. At LL Bean they're about $5.00 each but I've found a dollar stor that sells the (apparently) same 100% cotton made in USA red/blue/green/black bandanas for ... that's right ... a dollar. And who doesn't want a bandana. I don't mind so much if people were to just take one without a trade since they're easy and cheap to buy. Now , here's a VERY bad signature item!!! Quote Link to comment
Cachecamper Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 I sandblasted a modified goecaching logo into stones. Quote Link to comment
Cachecamper Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 Ok, what did I do wrong, the picture didn't work! Quote Link to comment
+Rich in NEPA Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Kevin, Sheri, and The Crew:Ok, what did I do wrong, the picture didn't work! (Also, I don't think Angelfire will let you link from another website.) Those are cool! Great job. Cheers ... ~Rich in NEPA~ === A man with a GPS receiver knows where he is; a man with two GPS receivers is never sure. === Quote Link to comment
+Rapidone Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 After 9/11 I had some pins made up, U.S.A. "One Nation Under God" Victory pins. I leave one or more at every cache find, and if I run into other cachers I give them one also. Rapidone But those who wait on the LORD will find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Quote Link to comment
+Rapidone Posted June 4, 2002 Share Posted June 4, 2002 After 9/11 I had some pins made up, U.S.A. "One Nation Under God" Victory pins. I leave one or more at every cache find, and if I run into other cachers I give them one also. Rapidone But those who wait on the LORD will find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Quote Link to comment
+DxChallenged Posted June 5, 2002 Share Posted June 5, 2002 My item is quilt squares. If I find a travelor I make him/her/it a quilt related thing...I hobbitized one travelor by putting a cape on him and the linning was a mini signature quilt. right now I have my "signature items" in every province in Canada and have 210 more blocks on there way across the US....... I'm also working with another cacher to "encourage" cachers to discover caches in his state as well as in mine....For people who do this I will make up a small signature quilt of their own........ It's a great way to combine my 2 favorite pastimes, use up my stash of fabirics and a very real reason for buying for fabric. My avitar has a px of the quilt I gave away at a caching event this weekend. DxChallenged "Have you no news on your travels?" the Book of fairy & folk tales of Ireland (1888) Quote Link to comment
+CYBret Posted June 5, 2002 Share Posted June 5, 2002 Here's my signature item. I'd encourage all you "male geocachers" to pick one of these up when you find it . . . it might help smooth things out with your "significant other" who doesn't quite see the benefit of your obsession. Bret "The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again." Mt. 13:44 Quote Link to comment
Mailleman Posted June 7, 2002 Share Posted June 7, 2002 I've basically adopted two items to leave. One being a maille keychain that I make, fitting to the name. And the second is a few coupons from the local pub - coords only on the coupon. Had them made up for me, just for caches. Mailleman Quote Link to comment
+sbell111 Posted June 7, 2002 Share Posted June 7, 2002 I don't really have a signature item. Itypically leave playdoh and other items in 'toy' caches and bungies in other caches. Quote Link to comment
johnnyb5 Posted June 8, 2002 Share Posted June 8, 2002 I'm making an item that I will be leaving in all the caches I find . Its a train crushed penny keychain with the geocache logo my user name, city and state. Quote Link to comment
+missnomer Posted June 9, 2002 Share Posted June 9, 2002 Rubber Ducky (in various colors) and the coveted missnomer magnet! Entropy in Motion Quote Link to comment
SNIFTER Posted June 9, 2002 Share Posted June 9, 2002 When the 2 dogs go caching we usually leave 2 little wooden dogs and in the log books we have a stamp of a paw print. They are cute. Quote Link to comment
GlfWrVt Posted June 12, 2002 Share Posted June 12, 2002 I leave one 5.56mm nato brass, as my other hobby is shooting and they are plentifull. Quote Link to comment
+the england's Posted June 13, 2002 Share Posted June 13, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Kevin, Sheri, and The Crew:I sandblasted a modified goecaching logo into stones. Here you go! You need to cut and paste this link to see them....they look cool...how did you do it? http://www.angelfire.com/mi3/quading/geostones.jpg "Before beginning a hunt, it is wise to ask someone what you are looking for before you begin looking for it." Pooh Quote Link to comment
+the england's Posted June 13, 2002 Share Posted June 13, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Kevin, Sheri, and The Crew:I sandblasted a modified goecaching logo into stones. Here you go! You need to cut and paste this link to see them....they look cool...how did you do it? http://www.angelfire.com/mi3/quading/geostones.jpg "Before beginning a hunt, it is wise to ask someone what you are looking for before you begin looking for it." Pooh Quote Link to comment
+worldtraveler Posted June 13, 2002 Share Posted June 13, 2002 Because 1. They easily withstand the harsh environment of cache containers (heat, cold, dampness) and don't attract critters. 2. They are easily packable and will fit in any cache. I usually leave coins from six or seven different countries in a cache, but I can even put at least one or two coins in a microcache. 3. They are rare (i.e. not easily obtainable) and interesting to most folks. 4. A thief probably wouldn't consider them valuable, but they are "treasure" to kids and collectors. 5. It's a useful way to get rid of accumulated pocket change. 6. They are an appropriate match for my username. I know I answered this question before in the old forums, but I could find my previous post. Maybe lost in the migration? Worldtraveler Quote Link to comment
+Bear and Ting Posted June 13, 2002 Share Posted June 13, 2002 quote:Originally posted by worldtraveler: Because 1. They easily withstand the harsh environment of cache containers (heat, cold, dampness) and don't attract critters. 2. They are easily packable and will fit in any cache. I usually leave coins from six or seven different countries in a cache, but I can even put at least one or two coins in a microcache. 3. They are rare (i.e. not easily obtainable) and interesting to most folks. 4. A thief probably wouldn't consider them valuable, but they are "treasure" to kids and collectors. 5. It's a useful way to get rid of accumulated pocket change. 6. They are an appropriate match for my username. I know I answered this question before in the old forums, but I could find my previous post. Maybe lost in the migration? Worldtraveler I go one farther (back in time that is). If you ever find an ancient (uncleaned?) roman coin in a cache, that would from me. Geocachers don't NEED to ask for directions! Quote Link to comment
Stupendous Man Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 I have started leaving a steel 1943 wheat penny. bbob33 Quote Link to comment
+Crusso Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 I just had these laid out by a company that makes chips for all the big casinos: www.pokerchips.com/proof/7729.jpg These are printed double sided. Geocache logo on one side & either globe logo on the back w/the dot com address. Overall size is 1 5/8". These are a heavy chips not cheap plastic material. Same as used in casinos. I can get them for about $1-$1.10 each, less in larger quantities. Problem is they need a several hundred piece initial order plus art charges. They really are gorgeous & I wondered if anyone wants to go in on the order with me. I'll order them & ship them to anyone who wants some. I am not charging anything extra for them as I am using the logo & I know it's only for private non-profit use per Jeremy. I'll provide a copy of the invoice to anyone that wants proof. I can order them in any one specific color as shown or in mixed batches. Please email me as I'd like to put an order in. I'll accept orders for any quantity wanted then see what I get as a total. This graphic is the proof graphic. This is a great way to get a professionally made sig item for about a buck each! Email me at IMF16@aol.com Chris [This message was edited by Crusso on June 25, 2002 at 04:52 PM.] [This message was edited by Crusso on June 25, 2002 at 04:55 PM.] Quote Link to comment
+culpc Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 I like Mexican 5 peso pieces. They are pretty distinctive with their bronze center and silver rim and unless you trade them at the border you can't cash them at US banks (only paper is redeemed). Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to go through life, son! Quote Link to comment
+culpc Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 I like Mexican 5 peso pieces. They are pretty distinctive with their bronze center and silver rim and unless you trade them at the border you can't cash them at US banks (only paper is redeemed). Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to go through life, son! Quote Link to comment
+Crusso Posted June 26, 2002 Share Posted June 26, 2002 I've gotten some interest on my poker chip Geo-coins. Anyone who wants any please see the thread in the "Northeast" forum as I am taking orders. Chris Quote Link to comment
pdumas Posted June 26, 2002 Share Posted June 26, 2002 A gold dollar are a Arkansas key chain. Quote Link to comment
+victorymike Posted June 26, 2002 Share Posted June 26, 2002 After I ran out of trinkets around the house I started making chainmail keychains. After I ran out of the wire to make more keychains I found mini multi-tools on clearance at Meijer and bought about 40 of them. After I ran out of them I started making chainmail keychains again. I also made up a personalized geocaching "non-business" card that I add to the cache logbooks. victorymike Quote Link to comment
UTM'er Posted September 19, 2002 Share Posted September 19, 2002 This is a really neat idea. How much does it cost to have Coins made? Any suggestions on coinmakers would be great! Thanks. Quote Link to comment
+bigbadtrucker Posted January 23, 2003 Share Posted January 23, 2003 My signature item is a GeoNickel, all logos are used with permission. Quote Link to comment
+The Infielders Posted January 24, 2003 Share Posted January 24, 2003 a golf ball. I use a green sharpie and write I love (with a red heart) Geocaching! on it. Then put my name. I figure a golf ball is a perfect signature item for me since my Geocaching name derives from the best golfing advice: Go For The Green. Also, golf balls fit into almost all caches and they seem to be popular among cachers. Quote Link to comment
+The Weasel Posted January 24, 2003 Share Posted January 24, 2003 I usually try to leave some of my polished rocks that I tumble. Quote Link to comment
FISUR Posted January 24, 2003 Share Posted January 24, 2003 Our home page, Rhode Island Geocaching, has two new sections Geocoin Designs and Other Geo-Creations. Here you'll find some very interesting signature items from various parts of the world. We're always looking for additional images to add to these sections, so we'd appreciate any input from the geocaching community. Thanks. Team FISUR Rhode Island Geocaching Quote Link to comment
+USAF_Park Posted January 24, 2003 Share Posted January 24, 2003 I am proud to say that I have served my country in the US Air Force, so to show that I place Air Force Airplanes in caches. Sometimes I get multi packs and they have Airplanes from other branches of the military and go ahead and place them in caches as well. Quote Link to comment
KeyChain-Gang Posted January 24, 2003 Share Posted January 24, 2003 our team name is Keychain-Gang. figure it out Quote Link to comment
+paul_stratton Posted January 25, 2003 Share Posted January 25, 2003 Some of these are very interesting... paul_stratton And to think that I once had trouble finding my own "***" with both hands... Quote Link to comment
+Gwydion Posted January 25, 2003 Share Posted January 25, 2003 My Signature item is a 1943 steel penny. I have an entier jar of them. I see that bbob33 is leaving the same thing... Gwydion Quote Link to comment
+miuwu Posted January 25, 2003 Share Posted January 25, 2003 I have an enormous stack of old postcards that I am using. Quote Link to comment
+Fathergoose Posted January 25, 2003 Share Posted January 25, 2003 I leave a Pink Flamingo Swizzle Stick (PFSS). Quote Link to comment
Lefty Skywalker Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 I leave an original haiku in the logbook, composed on the spot. I doubt anyone will bother collecting them though... What Would Yoda Do? Quote Link to comment
MycoCache Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 A Kentucky coffee tree seed. Been carrying them in my pockets off and on since high school. Sort of a good-luck item I guess. After a while they can polish up fairly shiny. -- If life gives you lemons, make lemonade. If life is less kind, grow mushrooms. Quote Link to comment
+creagerstonefamily Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 We're starting to leave CDs with live Grateful Dead and Phish shows as our signature items...now that I upgraded the hard drive and have room again. The instructions on the CD request that the finder copy it and pass it on to another cache. Don't know how often that will happen, but they're cheap to make. Each disc has a printed lable with the show info, track info, and the disc number "1 of 3". Of course, if you want the entire show, you'll just have to visit more caches that we do. Eventually, they'll be trackable on GeoDiscs.com, too. Quote Link to comment
+rainking Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 I was trying to come up with a signature item and was thinking a tire air guage would be nice. Everyone always needs one in their car. The last one I bought was like $1. I looked today at Wal-Mart and the cheapest one was $4. Jeez. Inflation! Well, back to the drawing board! Rainking Quote Link to comment
+Tonsil Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 My brother owns a pet store, so lately I've been leaving hamsters. I mean, who doesn't love a cute little hamster? Now, I don't wan't you to think I'm being cruel or anything - I only leave them in caches with plenty of room, like ammo cans or the larger-sized tupperware. ------------------------------ You are your own worst food Quote Link to comment
+ventura_kids Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 I loved the hampster you left in the cache by the creek. Glad we got there before the weather got bad. My sister wants one too. So we will be looking for another cache with one in it. Next time we will try to get there within a day or two cause it looked real happy to get out. Ventura Kid and Spider Dude Ever stop to think, and forget to start again? Quote Link to comment
+The Leprechauns Posted January 26, 2003 Share Posted January 26, 2003 Tonsil, I was wondering when you would bring that up. As another cacher in your area, I really had fun finding one of your signature hamsters. This was back in November. He seemed pretty happy to see us, and was a bit lethargic for the first few days, but he's doing fine now. Little Leprechaun named him "Wishes" and his favorite foods are yogurt and sunflower seeds. I would really encourage Pittsburgh area cachers to follow up on Tonsil's cache finds.... quickly! x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x If there's no accounting for stupidity, then why do I need to file a tax return? [This message was edited by The Leprechauns on January 26, 2003 at 09:36 PM.] Quote Link to comment
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