What:	The second Geo-vehicle "Show and Shine" Event Cache.
When:	Sunday 5th of July, 2015, beginning at 9:30am, should finish around 4:00pm.
Were:	At Cardinia Reservior Park, specifically at the published co-ordinates.
Who:	Absolutely everybody! You do not need to own or drive a vehicle to attend this event, but you will need a vehicle to enter the rally.
Why:	... because Geocaching is awesome!

 

Ok, So what is involved?

Well, that's pretty simple. There are a number of different levels of involvement that you can choose from:
 

• Attending
  Sure, you can turn up at any time (9:30am-4:00pm) and sign the log book.
   
• Join a team
  Of course joining a team would make the whole experience a lot more fun. If you don't own a vehicle or you're a bit embarrassed of your ride, simply ask one of the other teams if they have a spare seat for you to tag along in!
   
• Enter a vehicle for judging
  Oh, now we are getting serious! If you think your vehicle has what it takes then enter it into the competition! Don't be shy either, none of us are professionals, it really is all for a bit of a laugh!
   

Overall Geo-vehicle of the Year.

Open to all vehicles. Will be decided by a rally around the hills, this will NOT be decided by speed, but upon collecting "points" at various different waypoints.
Imagine the prestige, the fame and fortune of winning the Overall best Geo-vehicle of the Year! Also, the teams competing in the winning vehicle will have the honour of logging this event as a joint FTF!



For logistical reasons though, participation in the rally to win the Overall best Geo-vehicle, has to be limited to 19 vehicles only. Whilst you may be able to enter your vehicle on the day, if there are spots left, it is preferred that you register your intentions before the event by providing the required information on your "Will Attend" log, via a note on this page or by emailing us info@geocaching.melbourne.


A Car Rally sounds AWESOME can you tell me more?
Of course we can!

How do I enter my vehicle?
The best way to do this is to give your details when you log your "Will Attend" log. Failing that, include it on a note to this page, or email us the details info@geocaching.melbourne. You may be able to enter your vehicle on the day, but only if there are spots left. Remember though that it is limited to only 19 vehicle/teams.

What details do you need?
The following details will need to be provided...

1. A name for your vehicle
   
2. The team members who will be in your vehicle
   
3. The Year, Make, Model and Type of vehicle
   
4. Your preferred start time (see the table of available start times below)
   
5. If you are willing to take extra people along and how many spare seats you will have.
   
6. Optional, but preferred: A photo of your vehicle.

What time does it start?
The event kicks off at 9:30am. The first cars will be leaving at 10:00am.

What exactly will we be doing?
Now that is to be a pretty closely guarded secret. It will involve travelling around the hills to various different waypoints, gathering information and objects to gain "points". Unlike last year, this year there is no circuit. As you leave you will be given a map and the coordinates of the waypoints. It will be up to you to decide which waypoints your team is going to attempt and in what order. All waypoints will be drive-bys with plenty of room for parking.

What will my vehicle need?
We would encourage you to load up your vehicle with every conceivable item that you could possibly ever think that may be required for a geocaching hunt. Not having the right equipment won't mean you can't finish, but it will mean you might miss out on valuable points! Things required from last year included

• jumper-cables
• budgie smugglers
• bicycle pump
• keys
• QR code reader
• ....

What are the roads like?
To complete the rally will require going down dirt roads. Nothing that a low clearance 2WD car cannot handle with a reasonably skilled driver. There may be some slight corrugations and small to medium size pot holes. If it has been raining, there will be mud and puddles, so if you're precious about you're ride, you might want to stay away.

How long will it take?
Each team is given 4 hours to complete as many waypoints as possible. It is unlikely that all waypoints will be able to be competed in this time though so it will be up to each team to decide which waypoints they want to attempt. Each team needs to be back within 4 hours of their departure time. If a team is not back within four hours then 1 point will be deducted for every 5 minutes they are late so you will need to factor this in when deciding on which WPs you are going to attempt!

Is there anything else I might need?
You will definitely require a full tank of fuel, a writing implement and a smart-phone with fully charged batteries and a QR reader. It's probably a good idea to pack some lunch too. There are numerous other things that you may need to gain points, so just pack everything imaginable.

Are there any other rules?
There are heaps of other rules! We like to confuse you:

1. Each vehicle must have at least two team members.
   
2. No vehicle should carry more passengers than it is licensed to carry
   
3. The driver of each vehicle has to comply with all Victorian driving laws and therefore can take no part in navigation of the rally (looking at GPS, reading maps, making decisions etc). He/she can only take instructions from passengers as to which direction to drive in.
   
4. The Driver of each vehicle must be in full control of the vehicle at all times. The rally is NOT time based, all speeding laws must be followed, and obviously drive slower if the conditions require.
   
5. Whilst every effort has been made to place the waypoints where there is plenty of off-street parking for multiple vehicles, waypoints must be passed if the road conditions or traffic does not allow safe stopping.
   
6. The driver has complete responsibility for duration of the event for his/her passengers safety.
   
7. Starting times will be staggered every 5 minutes between 10:00am and 11:30am. To get your preferred starting time, let us know when you want to start when you send us all your other registration details. This is strictly on a "first come first serve" basis.
   
8. All other rules will be outlined to you at your allocated departure time.

2015 Geo-Vehicle of the Year Rally - The Teams

Start Time	Vehicle Name	Make/Model	Team Members
10:00am	GeoAssaultVehicle	Mazda BT50	JSando & carkisser
10:05am	GEO-BEAR PATROL	Nissan Patrol	Team Smokey-Bear
10:10am	Earthbound Control Command Centre	1998 Nissan Patrol	Earthbound Chief, EB9 & EB Nano
10:15am	Morgan Cruisers	80 series landruiser	Daryll, Janet, Kalesha and James
10:20am	ABI050	2013 Mazda BT50	Team Wraith
10:25am	Greg the Defender	Land Rover Defender	Happy Chappies
10:30am	Geo-Shadow	2013 Mazda 3	Team Junjine
10:35am	Soobie	2007 Subaru Forester 4WD	Riddell
10:40am	HICKSY	2007 Nissan nivara	Birdie.eats and holdfast78
10:45am	Bettie Boo Bug's Transporter	Blue 2005 Holden Berlina Station Wagon	#SEALTeam4 (Janie and Ellie)
10:50am	Elphin Crew	2005 Silver Ford Focus Ghia	Team Elphin
10:55am	HADO TRAX MOBILE	HOLDEN TRAX	HADO KARP
11:00am	The White Album	2002 Ford Falcon BA	Billy_Shears, GizaGal & 3 x kids
11:05am	TBA	Subaru Wagon	ahomburg, sedwickDave & Ice Foxy
11:10am	The mobile command center	1995 Mitsubishi Pajero	jacko* (Craig & Cim)
11:15am	TBA	Toyota Prado	Quasar3671
11:20am	101geotruck	Nissan patrol	The Chops
11:25am	Nicnax	2012 Peugeot 4007 SUV	ScifiRulz, Papa grouch & WeRAmused
11:30am	Birdo	2013 Nissan XTrail TS manual diesel 4X4	Surefoot and Fibrowarrior

That's it???
Almost, just some legal issues for you to consider....

As cache/event setter/organiser we cannot accept any responsibility for any problems encountered during the day, including motoring accidents, speeding etc.

Like all caches, it is entirely your choice to take part in the event. By setting out to this event, the driver is responsible for any third party action that may arise during the day. We as organizers are not responsible for any actions you take.


Wow, that is a lot of information! - So, who's coming along???