Category Archives: Geocaching

On the Road Again

Posted on April 7, 2009 by Peter

And this time I might be able to avenge my failure to execute while in NY State last time. No smileys yet for me in that state. This is just a distance padding run, though. I’ll be working 12-hour days, … Continue reading →

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I Need Geocaching Advice

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Peter

Before you say “Duh!” (I’m looking at you, Doug) I must say I’m serious.  I really need help. It’s the new “Virtual Caching” phenomenon that has taken hold.  Some people call it “Armchair Caching“, but what I am talking about … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget the Poll

Posted on April 1, 2009 by Peter

I get like 1 reader per day, mainly because it takes Calipers 3 or 4 tries to master the big words.  At least he keeps the traffic from bottoming out at 0. Regardless, I posted this poll not too long … Continue reading →

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Fun Geocaching Stuff Around the Web

Posted on April 1, 2009 by Peter

I had 10 minutes so I took it.  Google can be fun! Just what do you think this guy is after? And it must have been a slow news day when they quote the “ardent” Geocacher of 70 finds in … Continue reading →

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Another Good “How I got hooked…” Story

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Peter

I love a good story about how people got hooked into Geocaching.  They’re usually pretty funny and I know you people can relate.  They also tend to come with those “WTF were you thinking?!?” questions from muggle family members.  This … Continue reading →

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Interview With Marko Ramius: The Reviewer (part 2)

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Peter

The Setup In the first article on Re-Introducing the 3rd Player: The Reviewer I just covered a few basics. This time around I have a bona-fide Reviewer who was kind enough to indulge me a few questions on your behalf. … Continue reading →

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New Geocaching.Com GPS Reviews Feature

Posted on March 29, 2009 by Peter

Have you noticed the “GPS” profile data feature on Geocaching.com lately?  This is a bit of a sneaky back door for a feature I have been clamoring about for ages: Proper GPS reviews by the people who use them I … Continue reading →

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Geocache Placement Update

Posted on March 28, 2009 by Peter

I finally figured out how to place a cache in somebody’s front yard safely and creatively.  I’ve also done my homework on a different missing cache in my “Don’t Do This!” series, the annoying mystery cache. Oh man this is … Continue reading →

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Planning for a “Crush” Event – Part 3

Posted on March 27, 2009 by Peter

Part 3: All About the Pocket Query In Part 0 we established the Crush event as something you should not treat lightly.  In Part 1 you have established your basic organization and planning structure, while in Part 2 you made official decisions … Continue reading →

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A Poll: What do you want to see next?

Posted on March 27, 2009 by Peter

I’ve asked, but you people are a shy audience, with only the lonely hot tub engineer brave enough to post commentary.  You Geocachers tend to be introverted, I get that. Hence, a poll: What do you want to see more … Continue reading →

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