CANDIDATE QUESTION: WHAT CACHE TYPE ARE YOU?

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    rawevil
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    Seeing that we are all in this for the luv of the hobby (and of course the WGA), what type of cache describes you the best and why?

    *Traditional or Basic Cache
    This variation usually involves only one stage. It also consists of a container that has a logbook at the very least. It can have other items that can be traded should the person who hid the container wish to include some. The participant will use the GPS coordinates given to him/her to find the geocache.

    *Multi-Cache
    This variation consists of different variations. One of which is a participant finds the first container but it only has the coordinates leading to the next location and so on. The final or last stage will include a container that has the logbook and trade items. Another variation involves a series of waypoints that will provide partial coordinates of the final geocache location.

    *Offset Cache
    This is a take-off from Multi-Cache wherein the coordinates are published and will lead to a physical landmark such as historical sites or monument. The participant must then look for the information that will lead him/her to the next geocache location
    *Mystery Puzzle Cache

    This variation involves complicated puzzle pieces that the participants need to solve in order to get the coordinates to the final cache location. Additional information may also be needed to complete the find.
    *Letterbox Hybrid
    This variation includes a geocache and a letterbox in the same container. The letterbox has a stamp that is meant to be used by the participants to record their visit. It also contains the logbook but it may or may not include items for trading.

    *Locationless / Reverse

    Similar to a scavenger hunt game, this variation involves a description for something to find like a specific place. When the participants find a sample of the place being described, he/she will record the location by using his/her handheld GPS device or receiver.  A picture of the location with the named object should also be taken. Usually, a participant cannot log the same location as a find.

    *Moving / Traveling
    This is similar to Traditional or Basic Cache. The participant will find the geocache by using the set coordinates given at the beginning. He/She will use the logbook; trade whatever is found in the container and will then hide the cache in a different location. Since the participant will need to update the location of the geocache, he/she typically becomes the hider.

    *Virtual
    This variation includes coordinates for a location that does not have the traditional container, logbook or items for trade. It will only contain other described objects. The participant must send or email the cache hider the information such as name of the object or date or a picture on the site with the GPS receiver in hand.

    *Wherigo Cache

    This variation uses a Wherigo cartridge that will guide the player. The participant plays the cartridge and finds a physical cache, usually towards the end of the play.

    *Event Cache
    This is a gathering of local geocachers or anyone in the Geocaching community to discuss about the game. Physical caches are placed in the event area. Participants are provided with coordinates in order to find the caches. After the event the caches are archived.

    *Earthcache
    This is a type of virtual cache wherein a participant must perform a task that will teach him/her a lesson about Earth and the location. The Geological Society of America maintains this particular variation.

    I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.

    -Henry David Thoreau

    #2065490

    jmj-wi
    Moderator


    Interesting question.  I’ve have to say traditional and event.  Why?  Not sure, but I like to hide, I I do like to host events, now that I have hosted one and been to many.

    #2065493

    silentecho____
    Participant


    I’m a Earthcache!  This planet fascinates me.

    Cache me outside

    #2065506

    ACME_WildCachers
    Participant


    Isn’t this a little bit like asking me to choose my favorite child?! OK, if I have to pick just one cache type, it would probably be Unknown/Mystery/Puzzle. I think they appeal to my problem solving nature. I love that extra “aha” moment when I figure out what is needed to solve. I’ve found myself gravitating towards this type as I plan my own hides, too. The puzzle solve adds a fun an extra element to the experience that can be used to really carry a theme through. And last, solve-at-home puzzles keep me involved in geocaching even when the weather or other things might prevent me from going out to find caches.

    My comments are mine alone and may not necessarily reflect an official stance of the WGA Board of Directors.

    #2065508

    BigJim
    Participant


    I’d be a traditional – simple and straight-forward. I’d rather answer questions like “What is you favorite type of cache?” than these metaphoric questions.

    All opinions, comments, and useless drivel I post are mine alone and do not reflect the opinions of the WGA BOD.

    #2065509

    ACME_WildCachers
    Participant


    I’d rather answer questions like “What is you favorite type of cache?” than these metaphoric questions.

    I’m with you. These feel like typical work meeting icebreaker questions, and I’m not a big fan. I essentially answered your question instead. I hope that’s ok.

    My comments are mine alone and may not necessarily reflect an official stance of the WGA Board of Directors.

    #2065675

    MTCLMBR
    Moderator


    I suppose if you go by the type of caches I’ve hidden the most I would be a Mystery. I enjoy putting in a little extra effort and make something like the geoart or a puzzle, but willing to help if people are having issues or stuck.

    Climbing To New Adventures

    **The views expressed here are that of myself only and do not necessarily represent that of the WGA board.**

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