Do I need to be stealthy?

[widespreadpanic]

I was reading some logs on a few caches I'm about to track down and noticed that a few people mentioned that they were going to have to come back when no one was around.

 

When I've located a cache do I need to be mindful of who's around?

 

See ya on the trail!

[+briansnat]

Yes, it's a good idea to be aware of who is around and may be watching. It's important primarily to keep the cache hidden from non-Geocachers, otherwise they often wind up stolen.

 

Also, on several occassions, observers have reported suspicious activity to the police, who upon examining the area and finding a container, called in the bomb squad.

 

The fewer non Geocachers who know about a cache, the better are its chances of lasting.

 

"You can't make a man by standing a sheep on its hind legs, but by standing a flock of sheep in that position, you can make a crowd of men" -Max Beerbohm

[+juanbob]

I was near a cache once and there were a bunch of local kids around. They were very curious what I was looking for and what my electronic box thingy was. I told them about the GPS, but was sure if I told them about the cache I was looking for, they would plunder it. I could see the cache, but I could not get it for fear of it being plundered by these kids...so I left.

 

Juanbob

[+Criminal]

Sometimes you’ll find that carrying an inventory of useful items will discourage non-cachers from hanging about.

 

[+Mr. Snazz]

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Originally posted by Criminal:

Sometimes you’ll find that carrying an inventory of useful items will discourage non-cachers from hanging about.

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Criminal, you're my new hero

 

*drools over gear*

[Rubbertoe]

 

See my log entry (with photos) from a recent cache I found, that was smack dab in a busy neighborhood with a park full of kids at the time.

 

The Toe Pages

[+GoldKey]

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Originally posted by Criminal:

Sometimes you’ll find that carrying an inventory of useful items will discourage non-cachers from hanging about.

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Nice setup Criminal, I can see all of the Items having caching uses except for the lock pics (unless you lock your keys in your car when caching).

 

"We will add your biological and technological distinctiveness to our own. Your culture will adapt to service us. Resistance is futile. We are the Borg."

[+Criminal]

just planning for the inevitable, easier to go through the gate than over the fence.....

[+Prime Suspect]

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Originally posted by Criminal:

just planning for the inevitable, easier to go through the gate than over the fence.....

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All purchased from the OJ Simpson estate sale?

 

[+sbell111]

Actually, I was kinda liking the mini-tripod. I could pop my 3+ on this and let it collect the best epe while I start my searching. This way it doesn't have to sit on my pack (risking falling to the ground when I pick up said pack) or sit on the muddy ground.

 

I need to 'borrow' this from my camera bag.

 

Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.

[+Alan2]

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Sometimes you’ll find that carrying an inventory of useful items will discourage non-cachers from hanging about.

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Don't take it personal, but as a cacher I wouldn't hang around either!!

 

Alan

[WillKayak4Food]

In Georgia, at least, possession of the lock picks can lead to legal problems. For there to be a conviction under 16-7-20, the prosecutor would need to prove intent to make use of the picks in a crime, but an eager sheriff from a rural county just might try - especially in an election year. The minimum sentence is one year in jail.

 

Mike

WillKayak4Food

[+Minex]

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Originally posted by Criminal:

Sometimes you’ll find that carrying an inventory of useful items will discourage non-cachers from hanging about.

 

http://fp1.centurytel.net/Criminal_Page/PACK.jpg

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hmm, I don't see an extra pair of GPS batteries in your inventory.

[BassoonPilot]

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Originally posted by Widespread Panic:

 

When I've located a cache do I need to be mindful of who's around?

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Only if you think the cache should still be there for the next geocacher.

[+cachew nut]

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Originally posted by Minex:

hmm, I don't see an extra pair of GPS batteries in your inventory.

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yeah, and I see a spare camera battery and no camera

[+Criminal]

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Originally posted by cachew nut:

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Originally posted by Minex:

hmm, I don't see an extra pair of GPS batteries in your inventory.

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yeah, and I see a spare camera battery and no camera

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Well, I was hoping I wouldn't have to explain that I USED THE CAMERA TO TAKE THE PICTURE! Also not shown, the .38 snubbie. Good point about the batteries, where the hell did they go? I know I put some in there.

[Cape Cod Cacher]

yes

[+apersson850]

Ah, stupid me. You were wearing it, of course!

 

Anders