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I create my caches from recycled/re-purposed materials, with as little out of pocket expense possible. Enjoy this and all future caches from The Caching Dead NY. Please respect the surrounding property and my cache!!PLEASE RETURN MY CACHE AS IT WAS FOUND. Please CITO (Cache in Trash Out) when possible.
** Please keep in mind, This cache has been placed to help educate the students and professors of this institution about Geocaching. We have all seen caches come and go quickly here. This is usually due to improperly placed caches and poor containers being used. This is not ment to be a hard find. But still a little challenging to young cachers.**
Placing a Geocache is not very difficult. However, it should be done the correct way. A geocache is more then just a container hidden in the woods or around a parking lot.
First a Good Location should be chosen. Second, a good Container is very important for a cache that can last years. Third and maybe most important, ACCURATE Coordinates in the correct format of DD MM.MMM!! (Yes there are several formats and available converters online and in App form).You need good, reliable coordinates, A good cache can become a bad experience without them. ***You should take coordinates at least 3 times over several days.*** There are several online mapping apps that can be used and compared. Once you have several readings, average them together, check areal views if you can as well.
Now you think you have a good container and a location. Follow these simple guidelines below and see if you are correct! If you are, your on your way to placing a cache that will last for years to come.
1) Find a suitable location. A spot that the cache can be HIDDEN out of site or well hidden in plain site. Where it will blend in with its surroundings. You don't want people to find it that are not supposed to find it such as Landscapers that will toss your cache in the trash.
2) Pick a suitable container. You need a proper container for your location. It should be a good size for your hiding spot. Most importantly WEATHER PROOF!! Not just water proof but weather proof!! Your container should be able to last through all types of weather. From rain, hail, snow or blistery hot days. A NEW Locking tab container or Rubber like type container will work well. An official Geocaching container may be best for your first hide. They are listed for sale all over the internet and on Geocaching.com. Please keep in mind, Larger containers need more concealment. Smaller containers can fit in many public locations out of sight.
*** I strongly advise NOT using Glass containers or Fast Food containers. Glass can break and cause injuries. Fast Food Containers can attract animals looking for food. And they are NOT WATER PROOF!!!***
3) You need a Logbook! Every container or cache must contain a logbook. You can use a sheet of paper, a Memo Pad or a printout from online or one purchased online. Just about anything you can write on with a pen or pencil. You should also protect your logbook. Store it in a zippered Sandwich bag to protect it just in case water does get into the cache. Better to be safe then sorry. You can also add if you have room toys or trinkets for trade called "Swag". They should always be Family Friendly. Many children Geocache with their Moms and Dads. Nothing related to Adult activities is acceptable.
4) Now that you have your accurate coordinates, a really good weather proof container and a good spot to hide your cache. Where can a cache be hidden? Well we are allowed to hide a cache almost anywhere! There are caches hidden in the woods, in parks, by parking lots, on Mountains and even in the ocean. There is even one, on the International Space Station!! We do however, need permission from property owners. We are Not allowed to place them by Railroad tracks, Airports or Government Buildings. We are not allowed to Bury a cache or alter any objects not belonging to us. We can not cut trees or drive a screw or nail in them. We can NOT drill a hole into a phone pole and so on. You CAN hide it at the base of a tree or next to a log and cover with sticks. Or hide under a rock. Maybe in a tree or bush. Just don't damage them! One last thing. You must maintain your cache. If it goes missing, it needs to be replaced. If it is damaged, it needs to be fixed or replaced. Caches should last for a minimum of 3 months. .
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