This series of Geocaches is based on the concept of LPC Golf by Amish Hacker, who posted his idea and the rules on the Geocaching forums. As many have lamented the existence of LPCs, this added element is designed to liven up these hides that have become so ubiquitous. So, enjoy yourself.
Here is a list of all the Geocaches in the LPC Invitational Front 9
ALL "RULES" REGARDING LPC GOLF ARE OPTIONAL AND NOT REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LOG THIS GEOCACHE.
Welcome to LPC Golf
LPC stands for Lamp Post Cache. These are geocaches where the container is hidden in the base of a lamp post, typically under the liftable skirt on the base of the post. Commonly, these are hidden in large parking lots where these types of lights are abundant.
General Play
Before lifting the cover or skirt to reveal a Geocache at an LPC, the Geocacher will assign a number to each side of the cover 1-4. Number 1 is the most likely side you believe the Geocache is hidden and number 4 is the least likely side you believe the Geocache is hidden. You must make your number selection by saying each number out loud and pointing to the side you are assigning the number to.
Keep a scorecard or small notepad with you to keep track of your score. There are 9 holes (LPCs) in the front 9 and 9 more holes for the back 9 (just like golf). Eighteen total holes (LPCs) complete a round of LPC Golf.
When logging the find online, start your log with “LPC Golf = ________” and log either a Hole in One, Birdie, Par, or Bogie.
LPC Golf can be played all in one day or over multiple days, weeks, months, or even years.
Scoring
Position 1 = Hole in One - 1 stroke
Position 2 = Birdie - 2 strokes
Position 3 = Par - 3 strokes
Position 4 = Bogie - 4 strokes
BONUS Scoring
If you complete either the front 9 or back 9 holes in a 24-hour period, you may deduct 2 strokes from the total 9-hole score. If you complete all 18 holes in a 24-hour period, you may also take any one score and turn it into a hole-in-one (mulligan). The mulligan can be applied to any score from the front or back 9.
Rules
1. You cannot touch the skirt/cover before or during the numbering of sides
2. Numbering must be made out loud even if Geocaching alone
3. You must point to each side as you are numbering it.
4. LPC Golf is built on the honor system. Do not cheat your fellow Geocachers or yourself.
Conclusion
LPC Golf is intended to make Geocaching even more fun. Keep your score and compare it to your other Geocaching friends online and at events.
HAVE FUN!
LPC GOLF SCORECARD
LPC Golf and the image for the "LPC Golf League" were created by Amish Hacker. Visit the Geocaching Forum for more details.
CO's note: A pair of tweezers and a log roller will come in handy.