[Lostby7]

I have been doing these for years…since I was little actually….but that doesn’t change the fact that mine still suck. I have no artistic talent whatsoever but am simply amazed at those who do. I can’t understand how people are able to create art; my mind is simply not wired that way….it is possible that a blow to my head in my youth may be blocking this ability….

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@Firehogs wrote:

Well…….Lots of discussion going on here. I’m the Fire Captain (Incident Commander) that responded to the “Bomb Call”.
I want to thank the people that had nice things to say in their posts (especially the one who understands my job, Zuma I think, & the contact person I sent this info to, Greyhounder, who understood the point I was trying to make about proper labels & education). There were others who seem to “get it”, also. As far as some of the others, I have a few comments.

1. the container had a string attached to it to pull it out of the tree (looked like a wick perhaps?)

2.No, I won’t gamble on 1%- my crew goes HOME at the end of the shift- not in a bag.

3. The Bomb Squad has policies & procedures to follow- they go home too.

4. I educated the Sheriff Dept, Bomb Squad, Media & fellow cachers the best I could so maybe this could be avoided in the future.

5. My first post stating the cache “needs maintenance” was deleted. Too bad- it was a dandy.

6. I logged it as a find as a “tongue in cheek” type thing. The owner at least got it because he left it. Yes, I spoke to him after the incident. FYI, I talked the BCSD out of giving him a ticket for this. I held firm he did nothing wrong.

Now, it’s nice outside- we should be “Caching- not bashing”. NO KIDDING, I just made that phrase up! If you don’t like that- turn your computer off HA HA HA.

Really……… be careful out there. That’s an Order.

Captain Bryan Becker (Firehogs)
Allouez Fire Department

Thanks for stopping by Captain.
Pull up a chair and stay awhile were good folks.

[Lostby7]

@sweech wrote:

I missed this on the news last night / this morning, but my students were all excited to tell me about it.

Here’s a link to the video (for those of you interested and away from the Valley) http://www.fox11online.com/dpp/news/local_wluk_allouez_bomb_squad_detonates_suspicious_device_200903151534_rev1

I think the bottom line is that labels/stickers are needed. Maybe we’ll get more cachers from people seeing this story…

Geocache “Devices.” Nice to see the press get it wrong again. Unless you’d call a film can a device. Press like this doesn’t really help the game along.

[Lostby7]

@CB&MB wrote:

@Team Honeybunnies wrote:

Alright Bec! We too are happy to have shared a few of those footsteps. So where was the big milestone?

The actual milestone cache will be listed very shortly. Keep your eye out for new caches by CB&MB

Oh the suspense …..yazall was in my neck of the woods…..and I did do one of your new ones…Thanks for placing it!!!! I really needed to get out.

[Lostby7]

WTG Bec…….

[Lostby7]

Ya I’m here…..kinda.

[Lostby7]

@Trekkin’ and Birdin’ wrote:

I saw the three new ones pop up today. Too bad my “day off” includes going in tonight to do P/T conferences!

We look forward to returning to Roche A Cri once more. I see something new at the petroglyph wall every time I visit. I first saw them taking a class on rock art about 15 years ago. Thanks for your work on these!

I’m still tweaking them so give me a day or so to get them “just right.”

[Lostby7]

These are all 4 now published…all listings took about 9 days (in the hands of Geoaware) to list. I have a couple finishing touches to make on the latest three…I have nothing else…(OK only one more…a co-authored EC) in the works.

[Lostby7]

@Cache_boppin_BunnyFuFu wrote:

Thanks for all the hard work!! We EC Nuts REALLy appreciate it!!

I was just thinking about a new 1 or 2 myself, but need to wait a bit for better weather to get out there.

The first submitted went live in 9 days…if the others follow the same time line they should appear mid to late this week…unless there are issues with some aspect of them.

[Lostby7]

@RSplash40 wrote:

where the heck did you find that?

I was thinking about our WGA logo and did a search for Geocaching logos when I came across it.

http://picasaweb.google.com/NicholeBontrager/OurFirstGeocaching#5149624903493539698

[Lostby7]

@Averith wrote:

@Lostby7 wrote:

@lone_gunman wrote:

geocaching: we know where to hide the bodies

There have been a few found by geocachers as well….there is a thread over at GC where every once and a while someone claims to have stumbled upon a body..

http://forums.groundspeak.com/GC/index.php?showtopic=94899

Only unusual thing I’ve found is a small .22 hand gun.

That is pretty cool. I think the oddest things I have found are drug related items….a pipe (in Appleton) and a bong (in Oconomowoc)….oh and a “Sock tree” in Pewaukee…but that was en route to a RangerBoy cache…you never quite know what you will find hunting one of his.

[Lostby7]

@lone_gunman wrote:

geocaching: we know where to hide the bodies

There have been a few found by geocachers as well….there is a thread over at GC where every once and a while someone claims to have stumbled upon a body..

http://forums.groundspeak.com/GC/index.php?showtopic=94899

[Lostby7]

I made a double post err……

[Lostby7]

I’m too tired to go cachin.

[Lostby7]

New information has been posted to the page from the above link:

(be aware this program is still in the beginning stages and several caches are yet to be listed with the programs designation- and there are still a few final details to work out with the program.)

I’m wondering what a “Feature Type” is…..and a cost to get your patches?
http://www.iceagetrail.org/PDF/ColdCache_Awards_Program_Log.pdf

ColdCache Program

ColdCaching is an exciting new way to explore and learn about the many fascinating natural features along the thousand-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail. If you are looking for a family-friendly activity providing the opportunity to experience the thrill of a treasure hunt, learn important navigational skills and develop an appreciation for Wisconsin’s fascinating Ice Age history, ColdCaching is for you!

What is ColdCaching?

The concept of Ice Age Trail ColdCaching is based on the popular activities of GeoCaching and EarthCaching.

* GeoCaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game in which participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek “caches” containing a logbook and “treasure” (usually toys or trinkets of little value).
* EarthCaching is a similar to GeoCaching, except participants seek out natural features instead of human-placed caches.
* ColdCaching is a type of EarthCaching in which participants seek out natural features along the Ice Age Trail.

As a ColdCaching participant, you can choose from a list of compelling Ice Age Trail landmarks (ColdCaches) to seek out. Once the ColdCache is discovered, you are asked to perform a simple task and/or answer a question related to the site to verify your find. As you investigate more and more sites, you can earn more and more ColdCache awards. You can also participate by developing new ColdCaches for others to seek out.

ColdCaching helps the Ice Age Park & Trail Foundation pursue its mission of creating, supporting and protecting the Ice Age Trail. It provides a family-friendly way to explore the Ice Age Trail and learn about both Wisconsin’s Ice Age history and modern-day landscape. The ColdCache program raises the profile of the Ice Age Trail among the growing EarthCaching community while attracting another group greatly increasing in numbers — users of GPS technology. Additionally, ColdCaching is consistent with Leave No Trace outdoor ethics in that participants leave only footprints on the landscape as part of their activities.

Before Getting Started

Because ColdCaching is an Ice Age Trail activity, for starters you’ll need to be able to locate the Trail. Our Ice Age Trail Companion Guide and Ice Age Trail Atlas are the best resources for finding and navigating the Trail. You can get free excerpts from the Companion Guide and a regional map for each part of the state by visiting our Hike By County page. A GPS unit is a useful aid for ColdCaching, but is not essential.

Before setting out for any Ice Age Trail hike, we recommend browsing our Plan a Hike, Trail Ethics & Use and Controlling Invasives pages.

Finding a ColdCache

If you’re ready to start hunting for ColdCaches, visit http://www.geocaching.com/seek/nearest.aspx?key=iatcc for the list of sites. On your first visit, you’ll need to create an account with geocaching.com in order to see the full details (including location information) for each ColdCache.

Each ColdCache includes instructions for performing a simple task and/or answering a question or two in order to verify your find.

New sites will be added frequently, so check back regularly for new ColdCaches to explore.

Earning an Award

As you find more and more ColdCaches, you can register for the ColdCache awards program to receive patches recognizing your prowess as a ColdCache hunter. Click here to download the awards program log.

* Level I: Snowflake. A water crystal that forms in the atmosphere and falls to the earth. Visit and log 3 ColdCache sites representing at least 2 different feature types.
* Level II: Blizzard. A long, severe snowstorm with intensely cold wind and fine snow. Visit and log 7 ColdCache sites representing at least 5 different feature types.
* Level III: Firn. Partially consolidated snow that has passed through one summer melt season, but is not yet glacial ice. Visit and log 12 ColdCache sites representing at least 9 different feature types.
* Level IV: Ice Sheet. A broad, thick sheet of ice covering an extensive area for a long period of time. Visit and log 18 ColdCache sites representing at least 14 different feature types.
* Level V: Glacier. An extended mass of ice, formed from snow falling and accumulating over years, that flows over a land mass. Visit and log 25 ColdCache sites representing at least 20 different feature types.

Please note that the ColdCache awards program is not linked to your account at geocaching.com. That is, even as you register sites as “found” on your geocaching.com account, you’ll need to notify the ColdCache coordinator via the awards program log to quality for ColdCache patches.

Developing a ColdCache

In addition to participating in ColdCaching by searching for ColdCaches, you can also play a valuable role in the program by developing new sites for others to investigate.

If you are interested in helping out, write to the ColdCache coordinator at [email protected]. The coordinator will walk you through the process of developing a ColdCache using the following guidelines and forms:

Submittal Guidelines
Site Development Tasks
Field Notes
Placement Authorization
DNR GeoCache Placement Notification
EarthCache Submittal Form

For More Information

For questions about any aspect of the ColdCache program, contact the program coordinator by writing to [email protected].

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