Caching

Dragonfreys · Dragonfreys

A nice improvement on the map feature for geocaching.com is currently in beta. On your geocaching.com account page click on the Map It icon and follow the link at the top of the page: View results in Google Maps (beta) Works pretty slick.

Rubber Ducky · Rubber Ducky

Just a quick update on my previous post regarding the geocaching weekend that we are planning at Rubber Ducky Resort. The dates for this event are August 11-13, 2006. The main caching will be done on the Saturday, however everyone is encouraged to try and make a weekend out of it. We are looking forward...

FoodNinja · FoodNinja

This canada day the Zoo is free to all, this might be a fun thing to do on the long weekend, and hey.... isnt there a cache in the zoo?

TurdleEggs · TurdleEggs

After the insurgent Lizard’s foul legions disfigured the fallen Turdles at the Conquista Del Mundo - Australian Continent, the Turdle-army enlisted the support of - you guessed it – VLAD The Impaler: -- Edited by TurdleEggs at 20:06, 2006-06-18

slippery_1 · slippery_1

I am going to the City on Monday June 26. I want to buy a new GPS and hope to find one simular to what Peter uses. Think it's a Garmin 76cx? (Correct me if I'm wrong.) I want the type of maps you have and how the animation is on your screen. Any suggestions where I can buy one in the Peg? And any ideas of cost...

TheStuntman · TheStuntman

How's this for a treasure hunt? To promote the new Pirates of the Carribian movie, Volvo along with Disney Studios have burried a Volvo XC90 in a shipping crate somewhere in the world. Find it and it's yours to keep. Follow this link for more details. http://thehunt.volvocars.net/us/...

JayPeg · JayPeg

I am heading out East, Halifax, this summer and I want to get some detailed maps for the GPS. I want the most acurate/ up to date map possible. Which of the Garmin maps has the best detail? POIs? etc. I hear rumors of a version 8 for North America, does anyone know when the release date is? Also, are ther...

grnbrg · grnbrg

Well, I picked up a new toy (a Lowrance iFinder M+M) a couple of weeks ago, and am very happy with it, with the exception of how it aquires WAAS sats. Mapping software is available for it, but having never used a mapping GPS, (let alone Lowrance's specific version of the software and/or data) I'm not...

ThreeTs · ThreeTs

As part of a group caching outing last week which was good times all around, it has been suggested to me that we perhaps make this more of a regular thing. We would meet up at a designated spot (or two, depending on the interest and the number of people coming) and do some caching in that area and then...

Lizardo · Lizardo

For any of you that are interested there is an online chat scheduled in the Saskatchewan Geocaching Chatroom tonight at 8:00pm. I know some of us are cross border cachers and may have input, or just be interested in lurking in the discussion. To take part in the chat, go to http://groups....

grnbrg · grnbrg

Dunno if anyone cares, but here are the pix I took at the BBQ. I can mail full resolution (8 megapixel -- about 5M each) files if anyone is interested in specific shots. Note that (due to space constraints.

) the "Full Size" links will not work. The files will be removed in a couple of week...

bevro · bevro

I have been caching for a little over a year to date and thought I had things more or less under control when it came to being able to locate coordinates, no matter whether urban or rural. I recently came back from a business trip in Dallas and had difficulty in the downtown area where you are stuck i...

TurdleEggs · TurdleEggs

Look who's been caching at Reynold's Ponds Cache and What a view. Come on by the BBQ on the 3rd gump, it's only a hop, skip and a jump from those two caches

slippery_1 · slippery_1

Gonna be in Winnipeg Sunday, Monday and Tuesday May 7,8 & 9th/06...anyone up for meeting for coffee and introducing themselves to this country bumpkin?

winnipegk5 · winnipegk5

Thaught it might be a good idea to start a container post. Either ideas for containers, places to buy or sales that you have seen. I will start with army surplus ammo containers. I found nice size ones at Mills Fleet Farm in Fargo and Fergus Falls for $3.50 US on sale. Excellent condition and a gr...

1queenand4jokers · 1queenand4jokers

Please don't list caches nearer than .1 away from other cache hides if at all possible. When hiding a cache it is a very good idea to upload your cache and then when you get the listing minutes later and not approved yet do a nearest cache search just to check if your co-ords are listed correctly and IF you a...

TurdleEggs · TurdleEggs

I thought I’d start a new thread now that the PGTH is up and running. The website is at http://gps.dauphin.ca. It appears they’re not using GC.com, but they do refer to the “200 caches in Manitoba”. They ask you to setup an ID through their web site to participate in the contest. To play, you m...

ThreeTs · ThreeTs

As the MBGA Event Co-Ordinator and knowing how popular the different signature items are i.e. homeade coins, calling, cards, etc. I was wondering if there was any interest from the membership about having some kind of Event where we get together and make signature items whether they be clay coins or...

cache and cary · cache and cary

Please post your musing alternatives to Geocaching. Mine is "Get Boarded":

http://www.scholartainment.com/pgc.html -- Edited by cache and cary at 15:06, 2006-05-03

Rubber Ducky · Rubber Ducky

We own a campground located 20 mins northwest of Winnipeg and are new to geocaching. We run special events/weekends throughout the summer and were thinking of doing a geocaching weekend. We would like to have something to interest both the experienced and new geocachers. What we had in mind was to pl...

grnbrg · grnbrg

Ready, set, GO! 49° _ _._ _ _ 97° _ _._ _ _ Have at it! grnbrg.

Oatway · Oatway

Hopefully someone can help me with the following: I'm travelling to Winnipeg for a couple of days in late-May on a business trip and staying at the Club Regent Casino Hotel. From checking on Google Earth, it doesn't look like there's any caches within a short walk from my hotel. 'E...

winnipegk5 · winnipegk5

It is awesome to see so how many new caches are being placed. If April's like this I can't wait for May. Keep up the great work everyone. I also have to compliment the people who approve the new hides (Cache Effect and others), I sent two new caches in last week and they were approved...

grnbrg · grnbrg

Saw this on the forums today: Username Lockdown On May 15, Upgrade will require restricting username changes from Jeremy, who appears to be one of the head guys for Groundspeak. Basically, after the 15th next month, you won't be able to change your caching name. Something to think about. ...

grnbrg · grnbrg

<RANT> In the last week or so, I've come across a number of caches that either weren't where they were supposed to be, and/or were in a different spot or orientation then they were originally placed in. Just about every time the G.U.E. Magic Scroll Cache is found, I have to go and re-adjust it, b...

klassenl · klassenl

I was out this afternoon finding Between The River today and as I approached it from the west I found the footbridge underwater. I was tempted to walk through the knee deep water (...

winnipegk5 · winnipegk5

If anyone is thinking of going down to the Twin Cities and wants suggestions for areas to cache in or certain caches that are must finds I would be happy to share my info.

winnipegk5 · winnipegk5

If anyone is planning to go to Las Vegas and the surrounding area in the near future let me know. I have a full set a caching maps printed out as well as all GSAK locations for Vegas, I-15 north to Utah as well as Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. I would be happy to share this info. -- Edited by winn...

Tannasaurus · Tannasaurus

Hey there everyone. I just wanted to let you know that we have a plan for Earth Day, April 22nd. I am hoping to host a pancake breakfast and caching event on that Saturday morning. The details are still being worked out, and it may change in the next week - depending on election result...

winnipegk5 · winnipegk5

Is anyone planning a CITO event for April? I was thinking maybe out at Birdshill Park ? The actual official date would be Saturday 22 April.

grnbrg · grnbrg

Lots of interesting WAAS stuff happening in the next 12-18 months... On September 9th, the TeleSat Anik F1R was launched from Russia, and on October 13th (Oooooo, scary, eh kids?) the PanAmSat Galaxy 15 was launched from Guyana. Both of these satalites have a WAAS payload allowing them to funct...

TurdleEggs · TurdleEggs

I don't actually have the answer to this question; I was hoping someone else might

PS, this (probably) doesn't have anything to do with beer; I just liked the beer mug icon.

1queenand4jokers · 1queenand4jokers

Yesterday the Wpg. police blew up a suspicious package that had been left in a kid's playground. Had to admit I was a little concerned it was a geocache left by someone but once I saw it was in a garbage can (wrapped in brown paper) I felt better. It is a good warning for us to avoid playgrounds - but we've hid...

1queenand4jokers · 1queenand4jokers

We really appreciate all the cachers who were willing to let their name stand for committee involvement and a big bouquet to Dani for organizing the election! As a caching team we will support all those elected and will keep on "hiding and seeking" to contribute to the game both rurally and in the city o...

grnbrg · grnbrg

I've just opened up a Cafe Press shop with various items branded with the two MBGA logos. Check it out at: http://www.cafepress.com/mbga_stuff T-shirts sweatshirts, buttons, magnets, etc, etc. And (courtesy of Groundspeak) a coffee mug with both our logo and the Geocaching.com logo. ...

1queenand4jokers · 1queenand4jokers

http://forums.groundspeak.com/GC/index.php?showtopic=124194

Shinook and White Juan · Shinook and White Juan

Hi, I was just wondering if anybody can recommend some caches downtown Winnipeg. I will be staying at the Fort Garry for a week for meetings next week and I am not sure if I will be able to go to far for some caches, any suggestions as to which ones would be the closest to the Hotel. Thanks Shinook & W...

Dragonfreys · Dragonfreys

Okay, I hesitate to share this info with you because of the potential hazards, but like a terrain 5 rated cache you can decide what is in your best interests. It is possible to create your own custom Garmin maps and upload them with MapSource to your GPS. The only risk is you can render your GPSr i...

Dragonfreys · Dragonfreys

For those planning some caching activities in rural parts of agro-Manitoba there are a couple of sites that may be of interest, especially if you have high speed internet. Manitoba Agriculture http://geoapp2.gov.mb.ca/website/mafri/index3.html Manitoba Riparian Health Council webma...

1queenand4jokers · 1queenand4jokers

Stuntman referred to this in another forum so let's talk proximity. We have a number of hides and welcome people hiding .1-.2 from any of them! The more the merrier. We do much much driving in order to cache. From home to Winnipeg and then from cache to cache or from home to Winkler and then again cach...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Geocaching google mash (Preview) A nice improvement on the map feature for geocaching.com is currently in beta. On your geocaching.com account page click on the Map It icon and follow the link at the top of the page: View results in Google Maps (beta) Works pretty slick.	Dragonfreys	4	384	Wed Jul 5 11:46 AM, 2006 by dutch53
	Geocaching Weekend at Rubber Ducky Update (Preview) Just a quick update on my previous post regarding the geocaching weekend that we are planning at Rubber Ducky Resort. The dates for this event are August 11-13, 2006. The main caching will be done on the Saturday, however everyone is encouraged to try and make a weekend out of it. We are looking forward...	Rubber Ducky	0	191	Tue Jul 4 9:15 PM, 2006 by Rubber Ducky
	Zoo (Preview) This canada day the Zoo is free to all, this might be a fun thing to do on the long weekend, and hey.... isnt there a cache in the zoo?	FoodNinja	2	247	Fri Jun 30 5:58 PM, 2006 by Wagonmaker
	News Flash – Australia Heats Up (Preview) After the insurgent Lizard’s foul legions disfigured the fallen Turdles at the Conquista Del Mundo - Australian Continent, the Turdle-army enlisted the support of - you guessed it – VLAD The Impaler: -- Edited by TurdleEggs at 20:06, 2006-06-18	TurdleEggs	6	451	Wed Jun 28 8:41 PM, 2006 by Dragonfreys
	New GPS ? (Preview) I am going to the City on Monday June 26. I want to buy a new GPS and hope to find one simular to what Peter uses. Think it's a Garmin 76cx? (Correct me if I'm wrong.) I want the type of maps you have and how the animation is on your screen. Any suggestions where I can buy one in the Peg? And any ideas of cost...	slippery_1	7	329	Sat Jun 24 2:49 PM, 2006 by JayPeg
	Volvo treasure hunt (Preview) How's this for a treasure hunt? To promote the new Pirates of the Carribian movie, Volvo along with Disney Studios have burried a Volvo XC90 in a shipping crate somewhere in the world. Find it and it's yours to keep. Follow this link for more details. http://thehunt.volvocars.net/us/...	TheStuntman	2	216	Fri Jun 23 4:22 PM, 2006 by Dragonfreys
	Garmin Maps (Preview) I am heading out East, Halifax, this summer and I want to get some detailed maps for the GPS. I want the most acurate/ up to date map possible. Which of the Garmin maps has the best detail? POIs? etc. I hear rumors of a version 8 for North America, does anyone know when the release date is? Also, are ther...	JayPeg	2	232	Wed Jun 21 4:27 PM, 2006 by JayPeg
	Lowrance topo maps -- Anyone willing to loan me an SD chip? (Preview) Well, I picked up a new toy (a Lowrance iFinder M+M) a couple of weeks ago, and am very happy with it, with the exception of how it aquires WAAS sats. Mapping software is available for it, but having never used a mapping GPS, (let alone Lowrance's specific version of the software and/or data) I'm not...	grnbrg	1	344	Tue Jun 20 8:40 PM, 2006 by grnbrg
	Group Caching Outing? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) As part of a group caching outing last week which was good times all around, it has been suggested to me that we perhaps make this more of a regular thing. We would meet up at a designated spot (or two, depending on the interest and the number of people coming) and do some caching in that area and then...	ThreeTs	36	1041	Sun Jun 18 10:17 PM, 2006 by slippery_1
	Tonight!!--Saskatchewan Caching Chat Group (Preview) For any of you that are interested there is an online chat scheduled in the Saskatchewan Geocaching Chatroom tonight at 8:00pm. I know some of us are cross border cachers and may have input, or just be interested in lurking in the discussion. To take part in the chat, go to http://groups....	Lizardo	6	284	Fri Jun 9 12:12 PM, 2006 by Lizardo
	Blitz BBQ pix. (Preview) Dunno if anyone cares, but here are the pix I took at the BBQ. I can mail full resolution (8 megapixel -- about 5M each) files if anyone is interested in specific shots. Note that (due to space constraints. ) the "Full Size" links will not work. The files will be removed in a couple of week...	grnbrg	0	210	Wed Jun 7 11:09 PM, 2006 by grnbrg
	Caching in Urban Forests (Preview) I have been caching for a little over a year to date and thought I had things more or less under control when it came to being able to locate coordinates, no matter whether urban or rural. I recently came back from a business trip in Dallas and had difficulty in the downtown area where you are stuck i...	bevro	3	245	Mon May 29 10:55 AM, 2006 by ertyu
	gumpy lives! (Preview) Look who's been caching at Reynold's Ponds Cache and What a view. Come on by the BBQ on the 3rd gump, it's only a hop, skip and a jump from those two caches	TurdleEggs	0	235	Wed May 24 5:50 PM, 2006 by TurdleEggs
	Coffee Shop Meet (Preview) Gonna be in Winnipeg Sunday, Monday and Tuesday May 7,8 & 9th/06...anyone up for meeting for coffee and introducing themselves to this country bumpkin?	slippery_1	3	295	Thu May 18 5:06 PM, 2006 by slippery_1
	Containers (Preview) Thaught it might be a good idea to start a container post. Either ideas for containers, places to buy or sales that you have seen. I will start with army surplus ammo containers. I found nice size ones at Mills Fleet Farm in Fargo and Fergus Falls for $3.50 US on sale. Excellent condition and a gr...	winnipegk5	20	553	Thu May 11 4:45 PM, 2006 by slippery_1
	Cache Proximity (Preview) Please don't list caches nearer than .1 away from other cache hides if at all possible. When hiding a cache it is a very good idea to upload your cache and then when you get the listing minutes later and not approved yet do a nearest cache search just to check if your co-ords are listed correctly and IF you a...	1queenand4jokers	0	202	Tue May 9 7:43 AM, 2006 by 1queenand4jokers
	Parkland GPS Treasure Hunt (Preview) I thought I’d start a new thread now that the PGTH is up and running. The website is at http://gps.dauphin.ca. It appears they’re not using GC.com, but they do refer to the “200 caches in Manitoba”. They ask you to setup an ID through their web site to participate in the contest. To play, you m...	TurdleEggs	0	198	Sun May 7 5:10 PM, 2006 by TurdleEggs
	Winter Signature Item Event (Preview) As the MBGA Event Co-Ordinator and knowing how popular the different signature items are i.e. homeade coins, calling, cards, etc. I was wondering if there was any interest from the membership about having some kind of Event where we get together and make signature items whether they be clay coins or...	ThreeTs	1	250	Sat May 6 1:29 AM, 2006 by Wagonmaker
	What to do when you can't go out geocaching (Preview) Please post your musing alternatives to Geocaching. Mine is "Get Boarded": http://www.scholartainment.com/pgc.html -- Edited by cache and cary at 15:06, 2006-05-03	cache and cary	3	264	Fri May 5 5:03 PM, 2006 by burchil
	Anyone interested? (Preview) We own a campground located 20 mins northwest of Winnipeg and are new to geocaching. We run special events/weekends throughout the summer and were thinking of doing a geocaching weekend. We would like to have something to interest both the experienced and new geocachers. What we had in mind was to pl...	Rubber Ducky	6	269	Mon May 1 9:12 PM, 2006 by TheStuntman
	Geopics #3 (Preview) Ready, set, GO! 49° _ _._ _ _ 97° _ _._ _ _ Have at it! grnbrg.	grnbrg	3	242	Sun Apr 30 9:05 AM, 2006 by Wagonmaker
	Winnipeg Cache Suggestions (Preview) Hopefully someone can help me with the following: I'm travelling to Winnipeg for a couple of days in late-May on a business trip and staying at the Club Regent Casino Hotel. From checking on Google Earth, it doesn't look like there's any caches within a short walk from my hotel. 'E...	Oatway	5	322	Sat Apr 29 6:30 PM, 2006 by candy123
	New Caches (Preview) It is awesome to see so how many new caches are being placed. If April's like this I can't wait for May. Keep up the great work everyone. I also have to compliment the people who approve the new hides (Cache Effect and others), I sent two new caches in last week and they were approved...	winnipegk5	5	275	Wed Apr 26 9:54 AM, 2006 by TurdleEggs
	GC.com disallowing username changes as of May 15th. (Preview) Saw this on the forums today: Username Lockdown On May 15, Upgrade will require restricting username changes from Jeremy, who appears to be one of the head guys for Groundspeak. Basically, after the 15th next month, you won't be able to change your caching name. Something to think about. ...	grnbrg	0	206	Wed Apr 19 11:36 AM, 2006 by grnbrg
	Put the damn thing back where you found it! (Preview) <RANT> In the last week or so, I've come across a number of caches that either weren't where they were supposed to be, and/or were in a different spot or orientation then they were originally placed in. Just about every time the G.U.E. Magic Scroll Cache is found, I have to go and re-adjust it, b...	grnbrg	1	240	Mon Apr 17 2:54 PM, 2006 by winnipegk5
	Spring in MB (Preview) I was out this afternoon finding Between The River today and as I approached it from the west I found the footbridge underwater. I was tempted to walk through the knee deep water (...	klassenl	3	259	Thu Apr 13 2:08 PM, 2006 by 1queenand4jokers
	Minneapolis Geopcaching (Preview) If anyone is thinking of going down to the Twin Cities and wants suggestions for areas to cache in or certain caches that are must finds I would be happy to share my info.	winnipegk5	0	249	Sat Apr 1 3:48 PM, 2006 by winnipegk5
	Las Vegas Geocaching (Preview) If anyone is planning to go to Las Vegas and the surrounding area in the near future let me know. I have a full set a caching maps printed out as well as all GSAK locations for Vegas, I-15 north to Utah as well as Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. I would be happy to share this info. -- Edited by winn...	winnipegk5	0	199	Sat Apr 1 3:45 PM, 2006 by winnipegk5
	Earth Day (Preview) Hey there everyone. I just wanted to let you know that we have a plan for Earth Day, April 22nd. I am hoping to host a pancake breakfast and caching event on that Saturday morning. The details are still being worked out, and it may change in the next week - depending on election result...	Tannasaurus	2	261	Fri Mar 31 11:13 AM, 2006 by Tannasaurus
	CITO (Cache in Trash Out Event) (Preview) Is anyone planning a CITO event for April? I was thinking maybe out at Birdshill Park ? The actual official date would be Saturday 22 April.	winnipegk5	7	264	Fri Mar 31 11:12 AM, 2006 by Tannasaurus
	More WAAS in Manitoba. (Preview) Lots of interesting WAAS stuff happening in the next 12-18 months... On September 9th, the TeleSat Anik F1R was launched from Russia, and on October 13th (Oooooo, scary, eh kids?) the PanAmSat Galaxy 15 was launched from Guyana. Both of these satalites have a WAAS payload allowing them to funct...	grnbrg	3	289	Fri Mar 31 11:08 AM, 2006 by ertyu
	How Many Geocachers Does it Take to Change a Light Bulb? (Preview) I don't actually have the answer to this question; I was hoping someone else might PS, this (probably) doesn't have anything to do with beer; I just liked the beer mug icon.	TurdleEggs	3	262	Fri Mar 24 5:02 PM, 2006 by dani_carriere
	Bomb Squad blows up suspicious package (Preview) Yesterday the Wpg. police blew up a suspicious package that had been left in a kid's playground. Had to admit I was a little concerned it was a geocache left by someone but once I saw it was in a garbage can (wrapped in brown paper) I felt better. It is a good warning for us to avoid playgrounds - but we've hid...	1queenand4jokers	5	359	Wed Mar 22 9:44 PM, 2006 by Dragonfreys
	New MBGA Committee (Preview) We really appreciate all the cachers who were willing to let their name stand for committee involvement and a big bouquet to Dani for organizing the election! As a caching team we will support all those elected and will keep on "hiding and seeking" to contribute to the game both rurally and in the city o...	1queenand4jokers	4	257	Mon Mar 20 12:53 PM, 2006 by bevro
	MBGA logo store (Cafe Press) now open. (Preview) I've just opened up a Cafe Press shop with various items branded with the two MBGA logos. Check it out at: http://www.cafepress.com/mbga_stuff T-shirts sweatshirts, buttons, magnets, etc, etc. And (courtesy of Groundspeak) a coffee mug with both our logo and the Geocaching.com logo. ...	grnbrg	6	345	Fri Mar 17 2:52 PM, 2006 by MHz
	Cache Placement Event discussion (Preview) http://forums.groundspeak.com/GC/index.php?showtopic=124194	1queenand4jokers	12	454	Tue Mar 14 11:02 PM, 2006 by 1queenand4jokers
	Downtown Winnipeg (Preview) Hi, I was just wondering if anybody can recommend some caches downtown Winnipeg. I will be staying at the Fort Garry for a week for meetings next week and I am not sure if I will be able to go to far for some caches, any suggestions as to which ones would be the closest to the Hotel. Thanks Shinook & W...	Shinook and White Juan	4	286	Sun Mar 5 8:58 PM, 2006 by Shinook and White Juan
	Hacking Garmin Maps (Preview) Okay, I hesitate to share this info with you because of the potential hazards, but like a terrain 5 rated cache you can decide what is in your best interests. It is possible to create your own custom Garmin maps and upload them with MapSource to your GPS. The only risk is you can render your GPSr i...	Dragonfreys	0	198	Wed Mar 1 11:46 PM, 2006 by Dragonfreys
	Online GIS Mapping (Preview) For those planning some caching activities in rural parts of agro-Manitoba there are a couple of sites that may be of interest, especially if you have high speed internet. Manitoba Agriculture http://geoapp2.gov.mb.ca/website/mafri/index3.html Manitoba Riparian Health Council webma...	Dragonfreys	4	292	Wed Mar 1 11:15 PM, 2006 by Dragonfreys
	Cache proximity (Preview) Stuntman referred to this in another forum so let's talk proximity. We have a number of hides and welcome people hiding .1-.2 from any of them! The more the merrier. We do much much driving in order to cache. From home to Winnipeg and then from cache to cache or from home to Winkler and then again cach...	1queenand4jokers	12	462	Tue Feb 21 5:12 PM, 2006 by Lizardo
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