Geocaching Tools Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

olemaz: Got word that the host has been changed and the cache and its hidey spot are gone. Also this area has had some new residences erected. So I guess this one sadly has to be archived.

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Hidden : 11/24/2009
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size: not chosen (not chosen)

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Every geocacher carries a wide variation of tools to find/hide a cache. Lets review some of the tools carried by some geocachers.

  • Back Pack: Need to carry all your supplies in something as pant pockets just aren't big enough. One may also pack a little lunch when hungry and water when thirsty. When going out the door to get that elusive “FTF”, easier to grab “one” bag with everything in it.
  • Batteries: "Spare" batteries is a "must" for your GPS unit as one never knows when a set will die. If you don't find the cache, you must find your way back.
  • Cachomobile: One must be able to get to some distant locations. Various types of motorized vehicles are used but it will depend upon area you are caching. Good walking shoes and/or bicycles work great too as it premotes a healthy life style.
  • Camo Tape/Paint: At times geocachers can be rough on a cache container. Also 4-legged muggles are known to attack geocaches. A little tape can always repair a damaged container and give the cache a little camo to avoid detection.
  • Cell Phone: Great tool for some to use as a "life line" when one is baffled. Also, one can access the geocaching web site to find additional information.
  • CITO Bags: Geocachers always find garbage along the trails they walk. Picking up this garbage improves our environment for better enjoyment.
  • Computer: Not usually carried while geocaching but a necessary tool to log your "finds". Usually taken on long extended geocaching trips.
  • First Aide Kit: One never knows when one will get scraped, banged up a bit, or have insect bites. A little antisceptic, band aides, just helps to prevent a medical problem.
  • Flashlight: Various types are used. Some caches are available at night only as one must follow a trail of reflectors. A little light always works when searching those dark little crannies. Head lamps are great for those who cache at night.
  • Geocache Containers: Containers come in various shapes, sizes, and designs. Some are as small as your finger nail but can be as large as a 20 L or 5 gal pail. Occasionally you may encounter a larger one. Film canisters, lok-and-lok plastic containers, plastic jars, and metal ammo cans seem to be the most popular objects to use. Also you just may come across that spot that is worthy for a cache.
  • GPS Unit: The most important tool that a geocacher must carry if he expects to find the cache.
  • Insect Spray: Mosquitoes and ticks can be very annoying. A spray with deet seems to be the most favorite and its use makes geocaching more enjoyable.
  • Logs: Logs come in all shapes and sizes as it depends on the cache container. Note books, note pads, and rolled up paper strips of various sizes must be in any cache to show that it was found by a geocacher. A cache owner always appreciates when some one comes by to replace a new log if the old one is full.
  • Magnifying Glass Some trackable numbers are very difficult to see 'cause they're so small. This tool helps to record the number if you don't plan to move it to another cache.
  • Magnets: Very important caching tool. Helps to suspend small cache containers in neatest places imaginable. Also, comes in handy to retrieve a cache in the dangest places.
  • Mirror: A very handy device to search under, in, or above when a cache is difficult to see in its host. Also helps to see around the corners and avoid sore knees, scrapes, or banged heads.
  • Muggle Spray: A "must" tool to use in an urban setting. Works the same as "bear spray". Most geocachers know it as "Use Stealth".
  • Palm Pilot: Geocachers want to go "paperless" so some type of electronic tool is carried to give the details for a cache listing.
  • Rubber Boots: Just never know when you hit that wet spot and want to keep your feet dry.
  • Swag: These are various types of items that are traded in a cache. The "rule of the thumb" is that one should always trade for equal value or trade-up.
  • Trackables: Similar items like "swag" except these items can be followed on the geocaching web site as they travel around the world. They are known as "Travel Bug Dog Tags" or "Geocoins". The item must be "logged" when removed from a cache and "logged" when place into another cache.
  • Tweezers/Forceps: A "must" tool to retrieve a log, especially from a nano or a bison/scuba tubes.
  • Walking Stick: A great tool, especially in a rural setting and hiking trails. Acts like a third leg on long hikes so legs don't get weary. Also comes very handy to poke and prod in bushes and long grass to find that elusive cache container.
  • Wire A roll of light wire always comes handy. Mostly used to "fix" cache to a specific location so it doesn't migrate.
  • Writing Stick: Every geocacher needs to carry a pen or pencil to sign the log. Sometimes the writing instrument is missing from the cache or the instrument doesn't work for one reason or another.
  • Zip Lock Bags: Helps to keep items in a cache dry from weather elements. Logs are usually placed in a zip lock baggie. Come in all sizes.


Now that you know the reasons why cachers carry tools with them, I hope you have yours with you.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Purpx lbhe gbby xvg nf lbh znl arrq bar!

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)


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