For a real cache (not an event temp cache) I take multiple readings over multiple days, if I can. On each particular day, each reading is separated by turning off/on the GPSr and letting it reacquire the satellites in a clear area before taking a reading at the cache again. I do at least three sets and throw out data that seems way off. I am also fortunate enough to be able to use multiple GPSrs so if I need the coords quickly, I take multiple readings at the same time with different GPSrs.

I top that off with a real hint.

But this is how *I* do it. I like to use the hint only if I need to. Therefore, I like to have the hint mean something. Others geocache differently so they have different opinions about hints.

(Edited because I forgot to add…) I also send my husband out with the coords to look for it.

Ruth

[This message has been edited by bnb (edited 01-31-2006).]

You all summed it up. I always average for at least a few minutes and if it’s a really icky day out (heavy cloud cover) I go back a couple times 7/or on a really nice day and average again.!!

If I hide in a thick area (heavy foliage) I walk to a clearing and back to the cache a couple times and average each time.

Hope it helps, good luck and congrats on the first cache placement.

Careful……it gets addicting!

We have the advantage of having multiple GPS receivers available (the whole family has done some caching at one time or another). But, usually trudy & I will each take readings on at least two occasions before averaging and posting them. Our Garmin 60’s are usually within 10-12 feet of one another.