Find this cache and you might start to think more fondly about indoor plumbing. Luckily for the trackables left inside this cache, it’s not the real thing. Geocacher seskds has hidden this cache on his property, and given those geocachers who make the drive out to it a heck of a laugh.
Some of the highlights:
Exclusive “Privy Parking”
A toilet paper roll logbook
Signal the Frog artwork on the throne itself
Buckets of swag…and insects
What geocachers have to say:
“Driving back to Indianapolis and stopping at interesting and convenient caches along the way. I saw all the favorite points on this one so had to stop. So glad I did. This is definitely one of the largest caches I have found and very entertaining. Definitely a favorite. Thanks for the fun stop on my journey through the area.” –rbmotmot
“This cache is AWESOME!!! We hit the cache at the corner 1st and came back here. We took pictures, signed the log book (great log too) and spent way too much time looking at the swag and the craftsmanship here. I added some donate life stuff to the bottom of the door and took 1 poker chip. Thank you for a great cache in the middle of almost nowhere.” –Sycoscouter
“This is another one of those amazing cache sites that gets people interested in Geo Caching! TFTC and thanks to the owners for providing parking to this one. Great Job and merits a favorite point from us.” –10-Nacious-Bs
“Find 475. This one is fantastic! The kids loved it! The CO’s granddaughter came out to greet us while we spent some time exploring the container. We swapped some swag and signed the “roll”. A favorite! TFTC!” –P98
Photos:
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In den letzten 13 Jahren haben Geocacher in der ganzen Welt jährlich das Internationale-“Cache In Trash Out®”-Wochenende gefeiert, indem sie regionale Cache-In-Trash-Out-Events veranstalteten oder an ihnen teilnahmen. Dieses Jahr verlängern wir die CITO-Feierlichkeiten auf ganze zwei Wochen! Geocacher können sich pro Woche ein neues CITO-Souvenir verdienen, indem sie an je einem CITO-Event teilnehmen.
CITO-Events können sich um Müllbeseitigung, die Entfernung von invasiven Arten, Aufforstungen oder das Anlegen von Wanderwegen drehen. Zusammen erzielen wir eine enorme positive Wirkung. Haben wir schon erwähnt, dass wir dabei auch noch Spaß haben?
Die zwei Wochen, an denen die Feierlichkeiten des alljährlichen “Cash In Trash Out” zum 14. Mal stattfinden, sind für den 16.-24. April und 17.-25. September festgesetzt. Möchtest Du Dein eigenes CITO-Event veranstalten? Lies in diesem Blogbeitrag, wie Du ein solches Event erfolgreich ausrichtest.
Vergiss nicht, dass am 11. Oktober “Internationaler EarthCache-Tag” ist
Am 11. Oktober kannst Du Dir ein neues Souvenir verdienen, wenn Du den “Internationalen EarthCache Tag” feierst! Dafür musst Du nur einen EarthCache loggen. EarthCaches haben keine gegenständlichen Behälter, sondern führen Dich an einen einzigartigen Ort und geben Dir eine Lektion in Geowissenschaften. Um einen Fund zu loggen, musst Du das jeweilige Listing lesen und vor Ort einige Fragen beantworten.
Mit der kostenlosen Geocaching-Intro-App geht das Suchen und Loggen eines EarthCaches ganz leicht: Du kannst Deine Antworten einfach über das Nachrichten-Center an den Geocache-Owner schicken. Benutze die Suche-Seite, um einen EarthCache in Deiner Nähe zu finden.
It may be a bit of a misnomer, but the 1000 Steps Cache is not for the faint of heart. To reach it, geocachers trek up an old set of stone steps (just over 1000 steps, in fact) along the side of Jacks Mountain in Pennsylvania. The rewards of the journey are three-fold. There’s the stunning view at the top, which is well worth the climb. Then there’s the cache, a large, well-maintained ammo can that lends itself well to being a 1000th cache find milestone (check out the pictures and you’ll see why). Then there’s the fact that you can skip the stairmaster for the next few days…or week…or month. Geocachers in the area do this hike as a kind of rite of passage, even a pilgrimage. It’s a great example of a simple cache hide that brings immense pleasure to those who find it.
What geocachers have to say:
“We wanted to do this one for a long time and found a great day to do it. Lots of folks on the trail today even a couple with their pet goat. Thanks for bringing us here for the physical challenge and a great view. TFTC.” –Bob*kat
“When we arrived at the parking for this cache, it was pouring down rain, and I practically had to physically drag Zoimbeee out of the car to head up the steps. For most of the climb, we were surrounded by thunder and lightning, but there was no way I was going to skip this awesome cache location, if it meant arguing with a teenager the entire walk up and trying to convince him the entire experience would be worth it. Thanks for hiding this great cache.” –Geo_Ghosts
“What an exhausting hike to this one, and an awesome view. Creepy spiders all over, cant wait to see what kind the are. This was one of the most difficult terrains we have done, and loved every minute of it. Really enjoyed reading the history of the steps. Favorite from me. TFTC.” –GeoJane77
“What a fantastic thought for a cache! It does take you up a bit. The view is spectacular! We definitely will add this to our favorite list! Thank you for this well thought out cache. Winwinters and I are out and about. We are enjoying the hunt! Many thanks to all the CO’ s for hiding and maintaining these caches.
Thanks for the cache!” –PenguinTeacher
What the cache owner has to say:
When did you first visit the thousand steps, and how many times would you say you’ve climbed them since then to do maintenance on the cache? “We first visited Thousand Steps about 20 years ago with our kids. They were around 10 &12 at the time. A few years later we started Geocaching as a family & decided to place a cache up at the top where the view is amazing. We use to go up a few times a year for maintenance. I even took up small bottles of water for those who didn’t bring any. In the past few years it’s been about once a year. Our daughter has helped with it also. We’ve even had fellow geocachers who were kind enough to help.”
What’s the main reason you think people go for your cache (despite the trek)? “We think people go for this cache because of all that it offers, a challenging climb, an excellent view, lots of travel bugs, etc. Also because of all the great things geocachers write about it and it being a favorite of many.”
Do you have any funny stories about this cache or this area? “My daughter and husband were in front coming down the steps my son and I following. All of a sudden my son stops because of a rattle snake on the steps. My daughter and husband stepped right over it and didn’t notice. It had just eaten (evident by bulge in body) so my husband set it way off the path.
Also my friend and I were doing the steps to get in shape and an older gentleman with a weighted backpack passed us a few times on our trek. Turns out he does Thousand Steps twice a day. We felt really out of shape after that.”
What’s been your reaction to all of the nice logs and Favorite Points? “Our reaction has been one of amazement. We knew people would like it but we never expected it to be such a fan favorite or for it to be Geocache of the week!”
Is there anything you’d like to say to the geocaching community? “Thank you Geocaching for getting our family into this wonderful sport! It was a way to keep our family close even as our kids grew and went off to college. Now our kids are Geocaching with their kids! Thank you to all geocachers who visited Thousand Steps. Thank you for making it a favorite and thanks for helping with the maintenance!”
Photos:
The start of the steps. Photo by Shrlock.
Geocachers kidcard and friend with the 1000 Steps CacheThe view from the top. Photo by MrBee&WillowTree.
OhMelli, Nana’s Luz, and T-Tyger after finding the cache.
Tundra Wolf and his geo-pack posing at the top.
The thousandth step… but not the last one!
magicmike&honeybee making this one their 3000th cache
Another stunning view from the top. Photo by GeoChara.
This cache is difficult to reach, but it’s well worth the hike. What’s been the most satisfying cache find you’ve had after a strenuous adventure?
Continue to explore some of the most engaging geocaches around the globe. Check out all the Geocaches of the Week on the Geocaching blog. If you would like to nominate a Geocache of the Week, just fill out this form. Thanks!
Yvonne standing at the Prime Meridian virtual cache at the Royal Observatory Greenwich – GCK7HH
Three years into playing the game, UK geocacher Yvonne Mundy (aka mundy family) was asked to become a geocaching Community Volunteer.
Community Volunteers are a group of over 400 dedicated geocachers who give their time and talent to support the worldwide geocaching community. Did joining the UK Reviewer team change the way she played the game? We chatted with Yvonne—Reviewer alias Antheia—about why she loves geocaching, what it’s like to be a Reviewer, and playing squash.
Tell us about how you first started geocaching, and what you like about it.
“I read a small article about Geocaching in October 2005 in a local magazine. Being an adventurous, outdoor person, that weekend as a family we decided to give it a go using our car sat nav. We were triumphant in finding our first cache, and were hooked. I love that it takes me to new places, and find out about them, its sociable (I’ve made some very good friends through geocaching) and its an excellent excuse to go out for a walk.”
What do you enjoy about being a reviewer?
“I was very stunned to have been asked to be a reviewer and its great to give something back to the game that I am so passionate about. I get a real buzz when a newbie gets it right first time – it doesn’t happen often – when a cache comes together through positive communications between owner and reviewer, and the support I get from the UK review team. They are like extended family and we ‘speak’ most days on line.”
Shades of blue in front of the Taj Mahal…and at the site of the now archived GC1A91Y
How can someone best set up their cache listing in order to have it published quickly?
“After reading the guidelines and taking accurate coords the cache listing needs to make sure it fits within those guidelines, with any extra information added as a note to the reviewer, such as where the hide is, any permission details, how to solve a puzzle etc. The more information you can give us the better. On publication the note to the reviewer is archived so you won’t be giving anything away.”
What’s one thing you wish all geocachers knew or did before submitting a cache for review?
“Obviously read the guidelines , and also for the UK cachers the UK wiki which gives details of local guidelines.”
What’s your favorite type of cache to search for?
“One I can find is a very good start! But give me a wow what a great place, a circular walk in the country side with good sized boxes, something imaginative and well maintained caches and I’ll be happy.”
Aside from geocaching, what other hobbies do you have?
“My other 2 passions are Girlguiding and playing squash. I’ve been involved in Guiding since I was a brownie and I have now been Brown Owl and a Rainbow leader for over 20 years. I have also held Island positions as outdoor activities adviser, Special needs adviser and am currenlty PR and Media adviser. I’m also becoming a trainer for Girlguiding UK and the first training I was asked to do was on geocaching!
Yvonne and kids finding the geocache GC4D10.
I played squash as a teenager but stopped playing in my early 20’s due to a shoulder injury, then 3 years ago I saw an advert for a Sunday morning ladies only squash and decided to get back on court. Enjoying it again, I now have 2 training sessions a week, play in an individual mixed league (going up 3 divisions in the last year), a mixed team league (we came second last cycle) and have also taken to playing racketball. In 2013 I was Jersey ladies over 40’s champion, and I competed in my first double tournament last year which was great fun. I am currently setting up a new squash club at Fort Regent where I play.”
How would you describe geocaching in the UK (as compared to other places in the world)?
“In the UK there is a vast diversity of caches, with something to suit everyone. We have large landowners across the UK that fully support caches on their land as long as they comply with the guidelines so as reviewers we do try to ensure that those guidelines are adhered to. There is also land in the UK that has legal protection so again the guidelines must be followed.
Throughout the UK is a big series called Church Micro Series – though they don’t have to be micros! This leads you to find caches at some very interesting and pretty churches that are often steeped in history with amazing architecture detail. Currently there are 7732 published. http://www.15ddv.me.uk/geo/cm/ In the UK caches cannot be placed on church property/grounds without specific permission.
Yvonne helps out in case you didn’t know where to look for this cache (we’re not saying which one it is!)
Another series that has taken off in the UK and now growing in other countries is the Sidetracked Series. This takes you to caches placed near railways, which again has a great history and interesting facts about them. Many are placed where railway stations or tracks used to be which if it wasn’t for caching you maybe wouldn’t have known existed. There are currently 2219 published with 1986 in the UK. Other countries that it has expanded to are Ireland, Germany, Russia, USA and Lithuania. In the UK a cache cannot be placed on Railway property without specific permission.” http://sidetrackedseries.info
Finally, if you could go geocaching anywhere in the world (or find any geocache in the world), where would you go?
“It would have to be USA as I would love to go to HQ and find the cache there, and to see the hub of geocaching. Also to find “HG-35 Antheia (Reviewer UK)” GC479T5 in the Mojarve Desert, California, which makes up a piece of geo-art.”
Yvonne/Antheia/mundy family lives in Jersey, one of the Channel Islands off the coast of France. Don’t be surprised if you see her username on geocache logbooks in the area!
If you’re lucky enough to meet her in person, thank her for the work she does to keep the game we all love going.
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