http://wiki.geocaching.com.au/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=The+Ginger+Loon&feedformat=atomGeoWiki - User contributions [en-gb]2024-03-29T06:38:20ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.28.0http://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Gc_vs_gca&diff=4883Gc vs gca2007-04-11T06:26:59Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>#REDIRECT [[GCA vs GC]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Gca_vs_gc&diff=4882Gca vs gc2007-04-11T06:26:21Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>#REDIRECT [[GCA vs GC]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Talk:GCA_vs_GC&diff=4881Talk:GCA vs GC2007-04-11T06:19:00Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* ok */</p>
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<div>In the Pro's section for GC, the statement "You're supporting the building of consistency, rules and guidelines within geocaching." is false and possibly should be changed, but I don't know to what. The rules as they stand are ONLY dictated by groundspeak without much community input, and by listing a cache there you are not "building consistency, rules or guidlines", merely acquiescing to groundspeaks polcies and guidelines.<br />
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I think the application of rules as GC do it (whether or not I agree with the particular rules) is a 'pro' that is offered by them & is in direct contrast to the GCA free-for-all (which also has positives). I thought it only fair that if GCA 'pros' include mention of developing a 'free and open caching system' then the contrasting position should be mentioned as a 'pro' for GC.<br />
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Ok, I see where you are coming at with it... I was looking at it from the context of "by using gc you will have some input into the rules" angle..thank for the clarification (CraigRat)<br />
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The addition of "based on overseas" to "You're supporting the application of consistency, based on overseas rules and guidelines, within geocaching." doesn't seem appropriate. It is adding a negative connotation to a line that is meant to be a pro. Whether or not gc.com rules are 'overseas' rules is purely a subjective opinion. The 'pro' that is trying to be established here is that it may be preferable to build consistency and rules - where those rules come from isn't the issue. I'm going to revert the change as it hardly seems to be a 'pro' statement any more. (The Garner Family)<br />
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== Reversing the arguments ==<br />
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I've reversed the listing of the Pros & Cons sections for both the GC and GCA subsections of this page. I think it is better to state the pros first rather than the cons as it helps the reader to build a positive mental picture with which to weigh the negatives against, rather than the opposite. Sort of like "gimme the good news, then the bad news" as it were. Feel free to change it back if you disagree... The Ginger Loon</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Talk:GCA_vs_GC&diff=4880Talk:GCA vs GC2007-04-11T06:18:08Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>In the Pro's section for GC, the statement "You're supporting the building of consistency, rules and guidelines within geocaching." is false and possibly should be changed, but I don't know to what. The rules as they stand are ONLY dictated by groundspeak without much community input, and by listing a cache there you are not "building consistency, rules or guidlines", merely acquiescing to groundspeaks polcies and guidelines.<br />
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I think the application of rules as GC do it (whether or not I agree with the particular rules) is a 'pro' that is offered by them & is in direct contrast to the GCA free-for-all (which also has positives). I thought it only fair that if GCA 'pros' include mention of developing a 'free and open caching system' then the contrasting position should be mentioned as a 'pro' for GC.<br />
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Ok, I see where you are coming at with it... I was looking at it from the context of "by using gc you will have some input into the rules" angle..thank for the clarification (CraigRat)<br />
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The addition of "based on overseas" to "You're supporting the application of consistency, based on overseas rules and guidelines, within geocaching." doesn't seem appropriate. It is adding a negative connotation to a line that is meant to be a pro. Whether or not gc.com rules are 'overseas' rules is purely a subjective opinion. The 'pro' that is trying to be established here is that it may be preferable to build consistency and rules - where those rules come from isn't the issue. I'm going to revert the change as it hardly seems to be a 'pro' statement any more. (The Garner Family)<br />
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I've reversed the listing of the Pros & Cons sections for both the GC and GCA subsections of this page. I think it is better to state the pros first rather than the cons as it helps the reader to build a positive mental picture with which to weigh the negatives against, rather than the opposite. Sort of like "gimme the good news, then the bad news" as it were. Feel free to change it back if you disagree... The Ginger Loon</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_vs_GC&diff=4879GCA vs GC2007-04-11T06:11:12Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Listing your cache with Groundspeak */</p>
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<div>==Where should I list my cache?==<br />
A majority of Australian caches are listed on the [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] site, at Geocaching.com but there is a strong and growing community of Australian cachers choosing to list their caches right here at [http://geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]. Geocaching Australia began listing caches to assist those who didn't like that Groundspeak was dictating how the game was played, or that Groundspeak were making money out of the game.<br />
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To help you make your decision, some pros and cons of each listing site are provided below.<br />
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==Listing your cache with Geocaching Australia==<br />
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'''Pros:'''<br />
* Geocaching Australia freely provides GPX files with bulk cache coordinates and information, for easy uploading to your GPS.<br />
* You're supporting the evolution of the game. Geocaching Australia doesn't have restrictive listing policies. Innovation is encouraged.<br />
* More variety, some types of caches ([[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s) are only able to be listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* [[Swaggie]]s, the Geocaching Australia version of Travel Bugs, are free.<br />
* Your cache is immediately available on the website, no waiting for it to be published, and you can set up Future releases, to be made available on a date you choose.<br />
* You're supporting Free and Open Geocaching. Free to play, free to access your data.<br />
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'''Cons:'''<br />
* You won't have as many people finding your cache. Some cachers (especially international visitors) don't know about Geocaching Australia yet, and some cachers refuse to find caches listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* Geocaching.com purchased and trackable Travel Bugs and Geocoins cannot be logged in or out of your cache.<br />
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==Listing your cache with Groundspeak==<br />
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'''Pros:'''<br />
* More people will know about and find your cache, including overseas cachers holidaying in Australia.<br />
* The cache is listed amongst the global community of other caches.<br />
* [[Travel bug]]s and [[Geocoin]]s can be logged in and out of your cache.<br />
* Publication (after reviewing) indicates that your cache conforms to [[Groundspeak]]'s published listing restrictions, which gives finders certainty about some aspects of your cache.<br />
* You're supporting the building of consistency, rules and guidelines within geocaching.<br />
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'''Cons:'''<br />
* [[Geocacher |Cachers]] have to buy a premium membership to download bulk amounts of cache information from geocaching.com.<br />
* Restrictions on cache listings.<br />
* No [[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s.<br />
* Caches must be reviewed by a volunteer community reviewer before it is listed.<br />
* [[Trackable]] Travel Bugs must be purchased.<br />
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==In summary==<br />
* If you have noone nearby who finds caches listed on Geocaching Australia (put your home coordinates in your profile and click the "Neighbours" link on your cacher page to check and see if any nearby cachers have found GCA caches. You could also use the [http://geocaching.com.au/cachers/cachers.kml? GCA Cacher Network Link] for Google Earth or ask on the [http://forum.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia Forum]); or<br />
* If you would be disappointed with not many finds (eg: you have children helping you put out the cache who want to watch lots of finds); or<br />
* If you don't care about politics and just want to play the game...<br />
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...then listing your cache with [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] might be better for you. Otherwise, try listing the cache on [http://www.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]!</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_vs_GC&diff=4878GCA vs GC2007-04-11T06:10:19Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Listing your cache with Geocaching Australia */</p>
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<div>==Where should I list my cache?==<br />
A majority of Australian caches are listed on the [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] site, at Geocaching.com but there is a strong and growing community of Australian cachers choosing to list their caches right here at [http://geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]. Geocaching Australia began listing caches to assist those who didn't like that Groundspeak was dictating how the game was played, or that Groundspeak were making money out of the game.<br />
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To help you make your decision, some pros and cons of each listing site are provided below.<br />
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==Listing your cache with Geocaching Australia==<br />
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'''Pros:'''<br />
* Geocaching Australia freely provides GPX files with bulk cache coordinates and information, for easy uploading to your GPS.<br />
* You're supporting the evolution of the game. Geocaching Australia doesn't have restrictive listing policies. Innovation is encouraged.<br />
* More variety, some types of caches ([[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s) are only able to be listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* [[Swaggie]]s, the Geocaching Australia version of Travel Bugs, are free.<br />
* Your cache is immediately available on the website, no waiting for it to be published, and you can set up Future releases, to be made available on a date you choose.<br />
* You're supporting Free and Open Geocaching. Free to play, free to access your data.<br />
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'''Cons:'''<br />
* You won't have as many people finding your cache. Some cachers (especially international visitors) don't know about Geocaching Australia yet, and some cachers refuse to find caches listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* Geocaching.com purchased and trackable Travel Bugs and Geocoins cannot be logged in or out of your cache.<br />
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==Listing your cache with Groundspeak==<br />
'''Cons:'''<br />
* [[Geocacher |Cachers]] have to buy a premium membership to download bulk amounts of cache information from geocaching.com.<br />
* Restrictions on cache listings.<br />
* No [[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s.<br />
* Caches must be reviewed by a volunteer community reviewer before it is listed.<br />
* [[Trackable]] Travel Bugs must be purchased.<br />
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'''Pros:'''<br />
* More people will know about and find your cache, including overseas cachers holidaying in Australia.<br />
* The cache is listed amongst the global community of other caches.<br />
* [[Travel bug]]s and [[Geocoin]]s can be logged in and out of your cache.<br />
* Publication (after reviewing) indicates that your cache conforms to [[Groundspeak]]'s published listing restrictions, which gives finders certainty about some aspects of your cache.<br />
* You're supporting the building of consistency, rules and guidelines within geocaching.<br />
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==In summary==<br />
* If you have noone nearby who finds caches listed on Geocaching Australia (put your home coordinates in your profile and click the "Neighbours" link on your cacher page to check and see if any nearby cachers have found GCA caches. You could also use the [http://geocaching.com.au/cachers/cachers.kml? GCA Cacher Network Link] for Google Earth or ask on the [http://forum.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia Forum]); or<br />
* If you would be disappointed with not many finds (eg: you have children helping you put out the cache who want to watch lots of finds); or<br />
* If you don't care about politics and just want to play the game...<br />
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...then listing your cache with [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] might be better for you. Otherwise, try listing the cache on [http://www.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]!</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=File:2006LicenceCoverSheet.jpg&diff=4773File:2006LicenceCoverSheet.jpg2007-01-17T12:17:57Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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The Ignore List is a list of caches which you do NOT want any notifications or updates on (the opposite of a [[Watch_List|Watchlist]]).<br />
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If a cache is placed on this list it will not appear in the GPX, ZIP or RSS files available from the caches list page, nor will it appear in the list of caches on the screen.<br />
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A cache can be added to this list by going to that caches particular page and clicking on 'Ignore' in the sidebar on the right.<br />
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You can view/edit your Ignore list my going to the My tab and selecting 'Ignore List'<br />
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At the moment you will need to remove this from your Watchlist if you have it there also.<br />
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This feature does not have any effect on the mailed out version of the state GPX files as these are non-user specific.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4771GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:51:25Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>The [[GCA Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. <br />
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The front of the licence displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher along with team logos, if required. The licence conditions were also stated. The cards were individually dated and signed by Iva Hiddenone, Controller-In-Chief. The back of the licence featured a handy explanation on the basics of geocaching, which could be used in the event a cacher was approached by a muggle and asked what they were up to.<br />
<center><table><tr><td>[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg|thumb|right|300px|2006 GCA Licence Front]]</td><td><br />
[[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg|thumb|right|300px|2006 GCA Licence Back]]</td></tr></table></center><br />
== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4770GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:43:35Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>The [[GCA Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. <br />
=== Front Face ===<br />
The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher along with team logos, if required. The licence conditions were also stated. The cards were individually dated and signed by Iva Hiddenone, Controller-In-Chief<br />
[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg|thumb|right|300px|2006 GCA Licence Front]]<br />
=== Back Face ===<br />
[[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg|thumb|right|300px|2006 GCA Licence Back]]<br />
== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4769GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:41:23Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* 2006 Licence */</p>
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<div>The [[GCA Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher along with team logos, if required. The licence conditions were also stated. The cards were individually dated and signed by Iva Hiddenone, Controller-In-Chief<br />
[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Front]][[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Back]]<br />
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== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4768GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:40:16Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>The [[GCA Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either be GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher. The licence conditions were also stated. The cards were individually dated and signed by Iva Hiddenone, Controller-In-Chief<br />
[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Front]][[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Back]]<br />
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== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4767GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:33:57Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>The [[GCA_Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either be GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher. The licence conditions were also stated. The cards were individually dated and signed by Iva Hiddenone, Controller-In-Chief<br />
[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Front]][[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Back]]<br />
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== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4766GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:32:27Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* 2006 Licence */</p>
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<div>The [[GCA_Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either be GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher. The licence conditions were also stated. The cards were individually dated and signed by Iva Hiddenone, Controller-In-Chief<br />
[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Front]][[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg|thumb|left|300px|2006 GCA Licence Back]]<br />
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== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_Licence&diff=4765GCA Licence2007-01-16T13:17:32Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* 2006 Licence */</p>
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<div>The [[GCA_Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either be GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher.<br />
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[[Image:2006LicenceFront.jpg]][[Image:2006LicenceBack.jpg]]<br />
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== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=File:2006LicenceBack.jpg&diff=4764File:2006LicenceBack.jpg2007-01-16T13:15:46Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
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<div>The [[GCA_Licence]] is an essential part of your Geocaching gear. Although it carries no weight of authority behind it, it is a fun thing to have in your wallet. The intention of the licence is to create a bit of (extra) fun for the GCA community. <br />
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== 2006 Licence ==<br />
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The 2006 GCA Licences were created by The Ginger Loon. The front of the card displays the GCA Logo, the serial number of the card, along with the licence holders name and image. Images were either be GCA Forum avatars or photos supplied by the cacher.<br />
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== 2007 Licence ==<br />
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The 2007 GCA Licences are created by Shelly from The Sproose Mooses.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4705Cache page2006-11-28T01:22:04Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Other Caches */</p>
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<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
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Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
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The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
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== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
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=== Top Section ===<br />
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The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
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=== Cache details ===<br />
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This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
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For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
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=== Description ===<br />
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This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
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=== Gallery ===<br />
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If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
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=== Tags ===<br />
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This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
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=== Hints ===<br />
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This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[ROT 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
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=== Logs ===<br />
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This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
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=== Graphs ===<br />
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This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
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=== Plots ===<br />
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This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
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*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
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== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Clicking the supplied links brings up the cache location in the following online applications;<br />
* Google Maps - defaults to Map display, but can be toggled to Satellite or Hybrid modes. Cache location is displayed as an orange paddle in the centre of the screen. Clicking the paddle brings up the cache name, style and owner with links back the the relevant cache page or profile. Other nearby caches are also displayed. Maps can be scrolled around by left clicking and dragging or zoomed by use of the slider on the left.<br />
* Multimap - links to Multimap page with cache location identified by a red circle. Various zooming and scaling options are available on the page. Maps can be panned by clicking on the border. No nearby caches are displayed. No cache info is given.<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
This section provides link and files for various popular software applications.<br />
<br />
* [[Google Earth]] - Clicking creates a .kml file for use in Google Earth.<br />
* [[OziExplorer]] - Clicking creates a .wpt file for use in OziExplorer.<br />
* [[Worldwind]] - Clicking displays the cache location with NASA's World Wind application (Windows only) <br />
<br />
Note that different browsers may action the links differently. For example Firefox gives the option to either save or open a .kml file, whereas Internet Explorer opens Google Earth without prompting.<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
This section provides a quick search feature for other caches based on the following criteria;<br />
<br />
* Nearby - shows the 50 nearest caches (of all types) to the current cache<br />
* Nearby standard - <br />
* Nearby recommended - shows the 50 nearest [[recommended]] caches to the current cache<br />
* Also found - <br />
* Also recommended -<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4704Cache page2006-11-28T01:01:21Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[ROT 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Clicking the supplied links brings up the cache location in the following online applications;<br />
* Google Maps - defaults to Map display, but can be toggled to Satellite or Hybrid modes. Cache location is displayed as an orange paddle in the centre of the screen. Clicking the paddle brings up the cache name, style and owner with links back the the relevant cache page or profile. Other nearby caches are also displayed. Maps can be scrolled around by left clicking and dragging or zoomed by use of the slider on the left.<br />
* Multimap - links to Multimap page with cache location identified by a red circle. Various zooming and scaling options are available on the page. Maps can be panned by clicking on the border. No nearby caches are displayed. No cache info is given.<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
This section provides link and files for various popular software applications.<br />
<br />
* [[Google Earth]] - Clicking creates a .kml file for use in Google Earth.<br />
* [[OziExplorer]] - Clicking creates a .wpt file for use in OziExplorer.<br />
* [[Worldwind]] - Clicking displays the cache location with NASA's World Wind application (Windows only) <br />
<br />
Note that different browsers may action the links differently. For example Firefox gives the option to either save or open a .kml file, whereas Internet Explorer opens Google Earth without prompting.<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4703Cache page2006-11-28T00:57:11Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Hints */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[ROT 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Clicking the supplied links brings up the cache location in the following online applications;<br />
* Google Maps - defaults to Map display, but can be toggled to Satellite or Hybrid modes. Cache location is displayed as an orange paddle in the centre of the screen. Clicking the paddle brings up the cache name, style and owner with links back the the relevant cache page or profile. Other nearby caches are also displayed. Maps can be scrolled around by left clicking and dragging or zoomed by use of the slider on the left.<br />
* Multimap - links to Multimap page with cache location identified by a red circle. Various zooming and scaling options are available on the page. Maps can be panned by clicking on the border. No nearby caches are displayed. No cache info is given.<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
This section provides link and files for various popular software applications.<br />
<br />
* Google Earth - Clicking creates a .kml file for use in Google Earth.<br />
* OziExplorer - Clicking creates a .wpt file for use in OziExplorer.<br />
* Worldwind - Clicking displayes the cache location with NASA's World Wind application (Windows only) <br />
<br />
Note that different browsers may action the links differently. FOr example Firefox gives the option to either save or open a .kml file, whereas Internet Explorer opens Google Earth without prompting.<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4702Cache page2006-11-28T00:53:22Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Maps */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Clicking the supplied links brings up the cache location in the following online applications;<br />
* Google Maps - defaults to Map display, but can be toggled to Satellite or Hybrid modes. Cache location is displayed as an orange paddle in the centre of the screen. Clicking the paddle brings up the cache name, style and owner with links back the the relevant cache page or profile. Other nearby caches are also displayed. Maps can be scrolled around by left clicking and dragging or zoomed by use of the slider on the left.<br />
* Multimap - links to Multimap page with cache location identified by a red circle. Various zooming and scaling options are available on the page. Maps can be panned by clicking on the border. No nearby caches are displayed. No cache info is given.<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
This section provides link and files for various popular software applications.<br />
<br />
* Google Earth - Clicking creates a .kml file for use in Google Earth.<br />
* OziExplorer - Clicking creates a .wpt file for use in OziExplorer.<br />
* Worldwind - Clicking displayes the cache location with NASA's World Wind application (Windows only) <br />
<br />
Note that different browsers may action the links differently. FOr example Firefox gives the option to either save or open a .kml file, whereas Internet Explorer opens Google Earth without prompting.<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4701Cache page2006-11-28T00:31:53Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Clicking the supplied links brings up the cache location using either;<br />
* Google Maps or,<br />
* Multimap<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
This section provides link and files for various popular software applications.<br />
<br />
* Google Earth - Clicking creates a .kml file for use in Google Earth.<br />
* OziExplorer - Clicking creates a .wpt file for use in OziExplorer.<br />
* Worldwind - Clicking displayes the cache location with NASA's World Wind application (Windows only) <br />
<br />
Note that different browsers may action the links differently. FOr example Firefox gives the option to either save or open a .kml file, whereas Internet Explorer opens Google Earth without prompting.<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4698Cache page2006-11-26T11:34:37Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Maps */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Clicking the supplied links brings up the cache location using either;<br />
* Google Maps or,<br />
* Multimap<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4697Cache page2006-11-26T11:33:15Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Tags */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relevant gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have been attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
*White dot - event, locationless, earthcache, virtual, webcam, letterbox or other location<br />
*Yellow dot - Moving cache or multi-cache location<br />
*Light Green dot - Cache In Trash Out location<br />
*Green dot - traditional location<br />
*Dark Blue dot - unknown or mystery location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
* [[Tag]] the cache<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Provides links to;<br />
* Google Maps<br />
* Multimap<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4683Cache page2006-11-24T13:30:51Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Maps */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
Provides links to;<br />
* Google Maps<br />
* Multimap<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4682Cache page2006-11-24T13:29:28Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Actions */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions on the cache;<br />
* Log the cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4681Cache page2006-11-24T13:28:30Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Actions */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
Use this section to perform the following actions<br />
* Log this cache<br />
* Recommend<br />
* Watch<br />
* Plan<br />
* First to find<br />
* Drop a [[swaggie]]<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4680Cache page2006-11-24T13:26:06Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Cache Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Actions ====<br />
<br />
==== Maps ====<br />
<br />
==== Satellite Photos ====<br />
<br />
==== Software ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Downloads ====<br />
<br />
=== Owner Features ===<br />
<br />
==== Profiles ====<br />
<br />
==== Caches ====<br />
<br />
==== Logs ====<br />
<br />
==== Stats ====<br />
<br />
==== Galleries ====<br />
<br />
==== Other Cachers ====<br />
<br />
*[[Mates]]<br />
*[[Neighbours]]<br />
*[[Frequent hiders]]<br />
*[[Frequent finders]]</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4679Cache page2006-11-24T13:22:48Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.<br />
<br />
=== Actions ===<br />
<br />
=== Maps ===<br />
<br />
=== Satellite Photos ===<br />
<br />
=== Software ===<br />
<br />
=== Other Caches ===<br />
<br />
=== Downloads ===</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4678Cache page2006-11-24T13:08:45Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location<br />
<br />
== Sidebar ==<br />
<br />
On the right hand side of the page is a sidebar, which provides actions and other functions about the cache itself, as well as detail, statistics and other functions related to the cache owner.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4677Cache page2006-11-24T12:43:47Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Gallery ===<br />
<br />
If there are [[gallery]] items (pictures or other graphics) to be found for the cache, this section will be displayed with a link to the relavent gallery. Clicking the link displays thumbnails of all the gallery items on one page.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a graph showing Found (in blue) and DNF (in red) logs on a month-by-month basis.<br />
<br />
=== Plots ===<br />
<br />
This section displays a regional map (Aust, NZ & PNG) with coloured dots representing various details;<br />
<br />
*Green dot - cache location<br />
*White dot - event location<br />
*Cyan dot - cachers' location</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4676Cache page2006-11-24T12:22:55Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into two colums.<br />
*Main section<br />
*Sidebar<br />
<br />
== Main section ==<br />
This part of the cache page list the details about the cache itself and is brocken into several sections<br />
<br />
=== Top Section ===<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Cache details ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view the cache details at the native hosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
=== Description ===<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
=== Tags ===<br />
<br />
This section lists any public [[tags]] that may have bee attributed to the cache.<br />
<br />
=== Hints ===<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
=== Logs ===<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.<br />
<br />
=== Graphs ===</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4675Cache page2006-11-24T12:11:55Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Cache details */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into several sections.<br />
<br />
== Top Section ==<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
== Cache details ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* [[Cache size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
== Description ==<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view those caches at their native hoosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
== Hints ==<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
== Logs ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4674Cache page2006-11-24T12:10:09Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Cache details */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into several sections.<br />
<br />
== Top Section ==<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
== Cache details ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Terrain and difficulty|Difficulty]] and [[Terrain and difficulty|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache type]]<br />
* Container [[size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
== Description ==<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view those caches at their native hoosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
== Hints ==<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
== Logs ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4673Cache page2006-11-24T12:08:49Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Cache details */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into several sections.<br />
<br />
== Top Section ==<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
== Cache details ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Difficulty_and_terrain|Difficulty]] and [[Difficulty_and_terrain|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache_type]]<br />
* Container [[size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[WGS84]] [[datum]].<br />
<br />
== Description ==<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view those caches at their native hoosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
== Hints ==<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
== Logs ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4672Cache page2006-11-24T12:08:02Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
The page is broken into several sections.<br />
<br />
== Top Section ==<br />
<br />
The top section lists;<br />
* The name of the [[cache]], along with it's location and state. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* The cache [[owner]], date of placement and waypoint number. For Geocaching Australia caches this number has a GA prefix. Groundspeak caches have a GC prefix.<br />
* Other cachers who may be [[watch a cache | watching]] or planning to do the cache.<br />
<br />
== Cache details ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the following information;<br />
* [[Difficulty_and_terrain|Difficulty]] and [[Difficulty_and_terrain|Terrain]] ratings.<br />
* [[Cache_type]]<br />
* Container [[size]]<br />
* [[Coordinates]] in Lat/Lon DD MM.mmm format with [[wgs84]] datum.<br />
<br />
== Description ==<br />
<br />
This section lists information that may be required to find the cache. It may also contain details on the history of the location , out line the theme of a [[themed cache]] or outline the specifics of game play for mystery or multi-caches.<br />
<br />
For Groundspeak caches, this section provides details on how to view those caches at their native hoosting site (geocaching.com)<br />
<br />
== Hints ==<br />
<br />
This section may contain hints to use if you have difficulty finding the cache out in the field. Hints are Encoded in [[Rot 13]] encoding. A Decryption Table is provided for those who cache with a print out of the cache page. A Decode button is also provided for online viewing or paperless caching.<br />
<br />
== Logs ==<br />
<br />
This section lists the various logs made against the cache, grouped by month, with the most recent at the top.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Cache_page&diff=4671Cache page2006-11-24T11:41:37Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GCA}}<br />
The [[cache page]] on [[Geocaching Australia]] gives you details and links about the [[cache]].<br />
<br />
Here's an example of a [[cache page]]: http://geocaching.com.au/cache/ga0072<br />
<br />
On this page, you'll see<br />
* The name of the [[cache]]. An orange name means that the cache is has been [[Recommended_cache | recommended]] by others.<br />
* <br />
* (to be continued)</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Adopting_a_cache&diff=4670Adopting a cache2006-11-24T11:37:40Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* To use the facility: */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GC}}<br />
Occasionally cache owners need to transfer ownership of their listings to other cachers.<br />
<br />
If the cache is listed on [[Geocaching.com]] you can use their [http://www.geocaching.com/adopt/ adoption form] for self service cache adoptions.<br />
<br />
=== To use the facility: ===<br />
The current owner sends an adoption request by entering the cache GC code on a form and then, on the following page, the name of the adopting cacher, along with a note. The adopting cacher will receive an email with a clickable link to complete the adoption.<br />
<br />
''An adoption can be cancelled at any time before the adopting cacher accepts the adopton by returning to the page and entering the GC code. You will be given an option to cancel.'' <br />
<br />
If you decide to cancel the adoption before it is completed, the adopting cacher will not receive an additional email notifying of the cancellation.<br />
<br />
'''This form cannot be used for orphan caches. Contact a geocaching.com reviewer if the owner cannot be found.'''<br />
<br />
This form also works to adopt [[Travel bug]]s or [[Geocoin]]s</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_vs_GC&diff=4669GCA vs GC2006-11-24T11:31:16Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Listing your cache with Groundspeak */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Where should I list my cache?==<br />
A majority of Australian caches are listed on the [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] site, at Geocaching.com but there is a strong and growing community of Australian cachers choosing to list their caches right here at [http://geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]. Geocaching Australia began listing caches to assist those who didn't like that Groundspeak was dictating how the game was played, or that Groundspeak were making money out of the game.<br />
<br />
To help you make your decision, some pros and cons of each listing site are provided below.<br />
<br />
==Listing your cache with Geocaching Australia==<br />
<br />
'''Cons:'''<br />
* You won't have as many people finding your cache. Some cachers (especially international visitors) don't know about Geocaching Australia yet, and some cachers refuse to find caches listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* Geocaching.com purchased and trackable Travel Bugs and Geocoins cannot be logged in or out of your cache.<br />
<br />
'''Pros:'''<br />
* Geocaching Australia freely provides GPX files with bulk cache coordinates and information, for easy uploading to your GPS.<br />
* You're supporting the evolution of the game. Geocaching Australia doesn't have restrictive listing policies. Innovation is encouraged.<br />
* More variety, some types of caches ([[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s) are only able to be listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* [[Swaggie]]s, the Geocaching Australia version of Travel Bugs, are free.<br />
* Your cache is immediately available on the website, no waiting for it to be published, and you can set up Future releases, to be made available on a date you choose.<br />
* You're supporting Free and Open Geocaching. Free to play, free to access your data.<br />
<br />
==Listing your cache with Groundspeak==<br />
'''Cons:'''<br />
* [[Geocacher |Cachers]] have to buy a premium membership to download bulk amounts of cache information from geocaching.com.<br />
* Restrictions on cache listings.<br />
* No [[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s.<br />
* Caches must be reviewed by a volunteer community reviewer before it is listed.<br />
* [[Trackable]] Travel Bugs must be purchased.<br />
<br />
'''Pros:'''<br />
* More people will know about and find your cache, including overseas cachers holidaying in Australia.<br />
* The cache is listed amongst the global community of other caches.<br />
* [[Travel bug]]s and [[Geocoin]]s can be logged in and out of your cache.<br />
* Publication (after reviewing) indicates that your cache conforms to [[Groundspeak]]'s published listing restrictions, which gives finders certainty about some aspects of your cache.<br />
* You're supporting the building of consistency, rules and guidelines within geocaching.<br />
<br />
==In summary==<br />
* If you have noone nearby who finds caches listed on Geocaching Australia (put your home coordinates in your profile and click the "Neighbours" link on your cacher page to check and see if any nearby cachers have found GCA caches. You could also use the [http://geocaching.com.au/cachers/cachers.kml? GCA Cacher Network Link] for Google Earth or ask on the [http://forum.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia Forum]); or<br />
* If you would be disappointed with not many finds (eg: you have children helping you put out the cache who want to watch lots of finds); or<br />
* If you don't care about politics and just want to play the game...<br />
<br />
...then listing your cache with [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] might be better for you. Otherwise, try listing the cache on [http://www.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]!</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=GCA_vs_GC&diff=4668GCA vs GC2006-11-24T11:30:27Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Listing your cache with Groundspeak */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Where should I list my cache?==<br />
A majority of Australian caches are listed on the [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] site, at Geocaching.com but there is a strong and growing community of Australian cachers choosing to list their caches right here at [http://geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]. Geocaching Australia began listing caches to assist those who didn't like that Groundspeak was dictating how the game was played, or that Groundspeak were making money out of the game.<br />
<br />
To help you make your decision, some pros and cons of each listing site are provided below.<br />
<br />
==Listing your cache with Geocaching Australia==<br />
<br />
'''Cons:'''<br />
* You won't have as many people finding your cache. Some cachers (especially international visitors) don't know about Geocaching Australia yet, and some cachers refuse to find caches listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* Geocaching.com purchased and trackable Travel Bugs and Geocoins cannot be logged in or out of your cache.<br />
<br />
'''Pros:'''<br />
* Geocaching Australia freely provides GPX files with bulk cache coordinates and information, for easy uploading to your GPS.<br />
* You're supporting the evolution of the game. Geocaching Australia doesn't have restrictive listing policies. Innovation is encouraged.<br />
* More variety, some types of caches ([[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s) are only able to be listed on Geocaching Australia.<br />
* [[Swaggie]]s, the Geocaching Australia version of Travel Bugs, are free.<br />
* Your cache is immediately available on the website, no waiting for it to be published, and you can set up Future releases, to be made available on a date you choose.<br />
* You're supporting Free and Open Geocaching. Free to play, free to access your data.<br />
<br />
==Listing your cache with Groundspeak==<br />
'''Cons:'''<br />
* [[Geocacher |Cachers]] have to buy a premium membership to download bulk amounts of cache information from geocaching.com.<br />
* Restrictions on cache listings.<br />
* No [[moveable cache]]s, [[locationless cache]]s or [[virtual cache]]s.<br />
* Caches must be reviewed by a volunteer community reviewer before it is listed.<br />
* [[Trackable]] Travel Bugs must be purchased.<br />
<br />
'''Pros:'''<br />
* More people will know about and find your cache, including overseas cachers holidaying in Australia.<br />
* The cache is listed amongst the global community of other caches.<br />
* [[Travel bug]]s and [[Geocoins]] can be logged in and out of your cache.<br />
* Publication (after reviewing) indicates that your cache conforms to [[Groundspeak]]'s published listing restrictions, which gives finders certainty about some aspects of your cache.<br />
* You're supporting the building of consistency, rules and guidelines within geocaching.<br />
<br />
==In summary==<br />
* If you have noone nearby who finds caches listed on Geocaching Australia (put your home coordinates in your profile and click the "Neighbours" link on your cacher page to check and see if any nearby cachers have found GCA caches. You could also use the [http://geocaching.com.au/cachers/cachers.kml? GCA Cacher Network Link] for Google Earth or ask on the [http://forum.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia Forum]); or<br />
* If you would be disappointed with not many finds (eg: you have children helping you put out the cache who want to watch lots of finds); or<br />
* If you don't care about politics and just want to play the game...<br />
<br />
...then listing your cache with [http://www.geocaching.com Groundspeak] might be better for you. Otherwise, try listing the cache on [http://www.geocaching.com.au Geocaching Australia]!</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Caches_along_a_route&diff=4226Caches along a route2006-07-25T21:50:33Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>= What are they =<br />
<br />
<br />
= Setting up a route =<br />
<br />
<br />
= Caches Along a Route =<br />
<br />
You need to be a Geocaching.com Premium Member to access the Caches along a Route feature. The idea is to place a route in each state with a link back to GC.com using a capitol or major regional center as a starting point to aid in finding the route.<br />
<br />
== New South Wales & ACT ==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway] Postman Pat<br />
<br />
== Quensland ==<br />
<br />
== Victoria ==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=342b641e-43e4-46e6-bf31-246a09930b50 Melbourne to Sydney via Hume Highway] Testing Courtesy of Pickupfamily<br />
<br />
== Tasmania ==<br />
<br />
== South Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Northern Territory ==<br />
<br />
== Western Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Others ==</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Caches_along_a_route&diff=4225Caches along a route2006-07-25T21:45:34Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>= What are they =<br />
<br />
<br />
= Setting up a route =<br />
<br />
<br />
= Caches Along a Route =<br />
<br />
You need to be a Geocaching.com Premium Member to access the Caches along a Route feature. The idea is to place a route in each state with a link back to GC.com using a capitol or major regional center as a starting point to aid in finding the route<br />
<br />
== New South Wales & ACT ==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway] Postman Pat<br />
<br />
== Quensland ==<br />
<br />
== Victoria ==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=342b641e-43e4-46e6-bf31-246a09930b50 Melbourne to Sydney via Hume Highway] Testing Courtesy of Pickupfamily<br />
<br />
== Tasmania ==<br />
<br />
== South Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Northern Territory ==<br />
<br />
== Western Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Others ==</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Caches_along_a_route&diff=4224Caches along a route2006-07-25T21:38:11Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Victoria */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Caches Along a Route =<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
You need to be a Premiun member to access Caches Along a Route on a state by state basis. The idea is to place a route in each state with a link back to GC.com using a capitol or major regional center as a starting point to aid in finding the route<br />
<br />
== New South Wales & ACT==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway] Postman Pat<br />
<br />
== Quensland ==<br />
<br />
== Victoria ==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=342b641e-43e4-46e6-bf31-246a09930b50 Melbourne to Sydney via Hume Highway] Testing Courtesy of Pickupfamily<br />
<br />
== Tasmania ==<br />
<br />
== South Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Northern Territory ==<br />
<br />
== western Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Others ==</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Caches_along_a_route&diff=4223Caches along a route2006-07-25T21:36:49Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* New South Wales & ACT */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Caches Along a Route =<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
You need to be a Premiun member to access Caches Along a Route on a state by state basis. The idea is to place a route in each state with a link back to GC.com using a capitol or major regional center as a starting point to aid in finding the route<br />
<br />
== New South Wales & ACT==<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway] Postman Pat<br />
<br />
== Quensland ==<br />
<br />
== Victoria ==<br />
Melbourn to Sydney via Hume Highway http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=342b641e-43e4-46e6-bf31-246a09930b50 Testing Courtesy of Pickupfamily<br />
<br />
== Tasmania ==<br />
<br />
== South Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Northern Territory ==<br />
<br />
== western Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Others ==</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Caches_along_a_route&diff=4222Caches along a route2006-07-25T21:31:52Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* New South Wales & ACT */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Caches Along a Route =<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
You need to be a Premiun member to access Caches Along a Route on a state by state basis. The idea is to place a route in each state with a link back to GC.com using a capitol or major regional center as a starting point to aid in finding the route<br />
<br />
== New South Wales & ACT==<br />
Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway<br />
http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Postman Pat<br />
<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway] Postman Pat<br />
<br />
== Quensland ==<br />
<br />
== Victoria ==<br />
Melbourn to Sydney via Hume Highway http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=342b641e-43e4-46e6-bf31-246a09930b50 Testing Courtesy of Pickupfamily<br />
<br />
== Tasmania ==<br />
<br />
== South Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Northern Territory ==<br />
<br />
== western Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Others ==</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Caches_along_a_route&diff=4221Caches along a route2006-07-25T21:27:30Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Caches Along a Route */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Caches Along a Route =<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
You need to be a Premiun member to access Caches Along a Route on a state by state basis. The idea is to place a route in each state with a link back to GC.com using a capitol or major regional center as a starting point to aid in finding the route<br />
<br />
== New South Wales & ACT==<br />
Sydney to Armidale via New England Highway<br />
http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=7726ffd0-4102-4589-ae21-28e4b6e6aaed Postman Pat<br />
<br />
== Quensland ==<br />
<br />
== Victoria ==<br />
Melbourn to Sydney via Hume Highway http://www.geocaching.com/my/userrouteedit.aspx?rguid=342b641e-43e4-46e6-bf31-246a09930b50 Testing Courtesy of Pickupfamily<br />
<br />
== Tasmania ==<br />
<br />
== South Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Northern Territory ==<br />
<br />
== western Australia ==<br />
<br />
== Others ==</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Geocaching_Australia_Development_List&diff=4207Geocaching Australia Development List2006-07-06T12:33:06Z<p>The Ginger Loon: /* Search */</p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
<div style="border: solid black 1px; padding: 5px; background-color: #f3f3ff; text-align: center"><br />
This page lists the development ideas for Geocaching Australia.<br />
If you want something added to this list, please post your request in [http://forum.geocaching.com.au/viewforum.php?f=1 the forum].<br />
<br />
For changes to the Wiki, see the [[Wiki Development List]].<br />
</div><br />
<br />
==Roadmap==<br />
* Get collaborative development process going<br />
* Move to mysql<br />
* Single sign-on for gallery, forum, wiki, gca (upgrade all packages)<br />
* Images, swaggies<br />
<br />
==Work in Progress==<br />
===[[User:Ideology|Ideology]]===<br />
* rearchitecture of /caches, move the remaining xml directory into object directory structure<br />
<br />
===[[User:Mind Socket|Mind Socket]]===<br />
* Follow up items for basic stats ...<br />
** Cache results for previous months/years/anytime<br />
* Fix mates and other searches<br />
* Neighbours - similar to mates, but using cacher coords<br />
<br />
===[[User:caughtatwork|caughtatwork]]===<br />
* (Completed awaiting deployment) Move caches found / hidden map to GCA from caughtatwork.net (thematic plot)<br />
* (Completed awaiting deployment) Add distance and direction to cache page for GCA caches only.<br />
<br />
===[[User:Riblit|Riblit]]===<br />
* more GPX options, eg unfound caches, etc<br />
* look into fixing postcode database<br />
<br />
===[[User:CraigRat|CraigRat]]===<br />
* Modifications to how Movable Caches work : <br />
** Storage of initial waypoint<br />
<br />
* 'Your GCA Logs' GPX file, to keep your GSAK up to date with ALL your GCA logs<br />
<br />
* Gallery<br />
** Adding an integrated gallery for cache logs <br />
** Allow co-ordinate tagging of images and explore what we can do with this<br />
** Look at the ''posibility'' of migrating the current Gallery into the new system (don't hold your breath!)<br />
<br />
==Fix Bugs/Basic Functionality==<br />
* Get swaggies working (import, listing and logs)<br />
* Bed down importing utility: protect against smart waypoint names<br />
* Get cache updates working properly for GCA caches which have a delay between drafting and publishing<br />
* Add locationless to gpx and anchors<br />
* Add links to profiles and website on cacher pages<br />
* auto-populate state field (or at least default to something reasonable)<br />
* Fix character encoding bug<br />
* Fix apostrophe bug in cacher name admin panel<br />
* Fix COPA page<br />
* Tag virtual caches<br />
* Improve auto-archiving: unarchive a cache when a find is imported through the wizard<br />
<br />
==Search==<br />
* Advanced search/query/stats engine<br />
* download any search as a gpx/kml, etc<br />
<br />
'''Requested by The Ginger Loon:'''<br />
<br />
This is a Cut 'n' Paste from the forum<br />
<br />
Hi y'all, <br />
I'd like to request a better / more advanced search capability for GCA. I'd like to see the ability to do a keyword search not just for cache names but also within the cache descriptions and the logs. <br />
<br />
Searching for "bananas" for example would return something like; <br />
<br />
'''4 caches found with "Bananas" in the title''' <br />
<br />
* He Likes Bananas. - GA5516 <br />
* I Like Bananas - GA5514<br />
* You Like Bananas? - GA5515<br />
* You Think I'm Bananas, You Should See My Brother! - GA5517 <br />
<br />
'''6 caches found with "Bananas" in the description''' <br />
<br />
* Apples & Oranges - GCFRUT<br />
* He Likes Bananas. - GA5516<br />
* I Like Bananas - GA5514<br />
* You Like Bananas? - GA5515<br />
* You Think I'm Bananas, You Should See My Brother! - GA5517<br />
* St Elmos Fire - GCWH79<br />
<br />
'''7 logs found containing "Bananas"''' <br />
* 15/4/03 - Geomonkeys - Apples & Oranges - GCFRUT<br />
* 16/8/04 - Team Chaos - Tim Tam & Freddo Frenzy - GCFULL<br />
* 25/12/05 - Mind Socket - Apples & Oranges - GCFRUT<br />
* 1/1/06 - ideology - He Likes Bananas. - GA5516<br />
* 2/1/06 - Swampgecko - I Like Bananas - GA5514<br />
* 2/1/06 - Team Chaos - I Like Bananas - GA5514<br />
* 15/6/06 - Team Piggy - You Think I'm Bananas, You Should See My Brother! - GA5517<br />
* 15/10/03 - Gulargonthorpe Inc. - St Elmos Fire - GCWH79<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
==Additional functionality==<br />
* Something that Loon wanted about making the footer text into links to recommended caches, etc<br />
* GeoLists<br />
* Postcode editor<br />
* Scheduled/forthcoming cache release (coords hidden until T-0)<br />
* combinations of "planned" lists, possibly based on mates (caches my mates are also planning)<br />
* What do my mates recommend?<br />
* User-friendly layout control of cache pages / logs (use BBCode?)<br />
* Improve cache ratings (including cache of the year)<br />
* Site map<br />
* When logging a cache, allow a non-published note to the owner (sends PM?)<br />
* Show nearby unfound caches after logging - improves workflow<br />
* Automatic winners' page for finders<br />
* Cache attributes<br />
* World wind user selectable altitude setting (World What? Google Earth made it redundant!)<br />
* auto-remove planned caches when found<br />
* international caches<br />
* tagging caches<br />
* GPX File for all of Australia / all GCA caches<br />
<br />
==Bonus Sharing==<br />
* Moveable cache trails<br />
* Zip gpx files<br />
* iCal feed for upcoming events/caches<br />
<br />
==Gallery==<br />
* Integrate gallery logon<br />
* One-click photo upload from cache listings and logs<br />
<br />
==Stats==<br />
* Add a simple summary to the cacher page of how many finds of each cache type<br />
* Cache(r) half life, plot decline in find frequency<br />
* Cache(r) find frequency. Straight, and vs diff/terr<br />
* team v location: where different teams are putting their caches. colours represent teams<br />
* terrain v difficulty: correlated as most people don't understand the difference?<br />
* terrain v location: urban are are easy terrain, the ones away are harder?<br />
* difficulty v location: opposite to above<br />
* team cache style profiles: terrain v location, coloured blob represents team. colour gets brighter/blob larger as teams plant more caches of that style.<br />
* hit/miss ratio v terrain, difficulty<br />
* time to first find v location, time: hypothesis is that ttff is small in sydney but large further out. other hypothsis is that average ttff has decreased significantly over the past 12 months<br />
* team territorial analysis - thematic plot of where each team is usually active. for each team, assign (say) 5 points for a cache that they have laid, 2 points for a first find and 1 point for a normal find. then start shading areas based on the pointscore and see what you get. should be able to see odlid dave sitting down there in jannali, dogs up in hornsby, etc<br />
<br />
==Mapping==<br />
* Area warnings, eg Lane Cove National Park<br />
* User correctable maps to improve quality<br />
* Integrate GPSBabel to support zillions of formats<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Hosted sites==<br />
* Database-driven blogger which makes it easy to make websites<br />
* Aggregate comments to one page to make a community<br />
* Links into geodashing, confluence points, etc, not just secondary site<br />
* Autotext in comments, eg replace i! with <i><b>i!</b></i>, team names with links<br />
* Auto cross-links between stories (perhaps as part of autotext, prompting bloggers to comment on each other's stories)<br />
* Summarise comments across sites<br />
* Auto-populate comment username</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Pocket_queries&diff=4204Pocket queries2006-07-02T13:07:03Z<p>The Ginger Loon: Added date windows for ACT, NT, WA & TAS</p>
<hr />
<div>{{GC}}<br />
<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com Geocaching.com] [[Premium member]]s have the ability to create [[Pocket queries]]. A [[Pocket queries | Pocket Query]] allows you to have a list of caches from a customized search, generate a [[GPX]] [[waypoint]] file and/or eBook.<br />
<br />
A useful tutorial for creating [[Pocket queries]] is at [http://members.aol.com/marklent60544/myhomepage/Geocaching/pq.htm Markwells Pocket Queries for Geocaching.com]. A recent addition has been the ability to [[filter]] on cache [[attributes]].<br />
<br />
== File Types == <br />
<br />
What formats does [[Groundspeak]] provide this data in?<br />
<br />
* The first is a [[LOC]] file (a file with the extension LOC on the end). This is currently the default file type that [http://geocaching.com Geocaching.com] uses when exporting information from the website into a format that can be directly loaded to your GPS. All you need is some software that can read LOC files and a cable from your computer to your GPS.<br />
<br />
* The second is a [[GPX]] file. This is similar to a [[LOC]] file, but the file contains much more information, including some information about the logs on the cache, whether or not there's a travel bug, etc. GPX files can also be run with the most current versions of EasyGPS or ExpertGPS, but there's also an abundance of new software being written by cachers to interpret these files. [[GSAK]] is the ideal software for the job.<br />
<br />
* The third format is a eBook Format file. This is particularly useful for those cachers that have Palm Pilots or other hand-held computers. It contains the information about the cache that you normally find on the cache page, including logs and encrypted clues for the caches that meet your specified criteria. The idea is to carry your Palm device into the field and save yourself from printing off cache pages to take with you.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Date Ranges ==<br />
<br />
One of the most effective ways of making sure you collect all the caches for a particular state is to set [[Pocket queries]] to work using "date windows".<br />
<br />
These date windows work effectively because once you know there are about 500 records in a given date range, it won't change. Nobody can go back to 2004 and put more information in!<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Australian Capital Territory ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 31/12/2006<br />
<br />
=== New South Wales ===<br />
<br />
*1/1/2000 to 30/6/2004<br />
*1/7/2004 to 30/6/2005<br />
*1/7/2005 to 31/12/2005<br />
*1/1/2006 to 30/6/2006<br />
*1/7/2006 to 31/12/2006<br />
<br />
=== Northern Territory ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 31/12/2006<br />
<br />
=== Queensland ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 to 31/10/2005<br />
* 1/11/2005 to 31/10/2008<br />
<br />
=== South Australia ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 30/6/2004<br />
* 1/7/2004 - 31/12/2005<br />
* 1/1/2006 - 31/12/2006<br />
<br />
=== Tasmania ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 30/6/2006<br />
* 1/7/2006 - 31/12/2006<br />
<br />
=== Victoria ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 31/3/2004<br />
* 1/4/2004 - 31/1/2005<br />
* 1/2/2005 - 31/10/2005<br />
* 1/11/2005 - 31/12/2008<br />
<br />
=== Western Australia ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 30/4/2005<br />
* 1/5/2005 - 31/12/2006 <br />
<br />
Pocket queries do not transmit data for archived caches. Because some caches will inevitably get archived, your pocket queries will get smaller over time if you base them on date windows. For this reason it's a good practice to re-jig the date window of your PQ's every so often. This will keep the number of PQ's you recieve down to a manageable level and possibly under Groundspeaks' level of 5 PQ's per day.</div>The Ginger Loonhttp://wiki.geocaching.com.au/index.php?title=Pocket_queries&diff=4203Pocket queries2006-07-02T12:52:56Z<p>The Ginger Loon: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{GC}}<br />
<br />
[http://www.geocaching.com Geocaching.com] [[Premium member]]s have the ability to create [[Pocket queries]]. A [[Pocket queries | Pocket Query]] allows you to have a list of caches from a customized search, generate a [[GPX]] [[waypoint]] file and/or eBook.<br />
<br />
A useful tutorial for creating [[Pocket queries]] is at [http://members.aol.com/marklent60544/myhomepage/Geocaching/pq.htm Markwells Pocket Queries for Geocaching.com]. A recent addition has been the ability to [[filter]] on cache [[attributes]].<br />
<br />
== File Types == <br />
<br />
What formats does [[Groundspeak]] provide this data in?<br />
<br />
* The first is a [[LOC]] file (a file with the extension LOC on the end). This is currently the default file type that [http://geocaching.com Geocaching.com] uses when exporting information from the website into a format that can be directly loaded to your GPS. All you need is some software that can read LOC files and a cable from your computer to your GPS.<br />
<br />
* The second is a [[GPX]] file. This is similar to a [[LOC]] file, but the file contains much more information, including some information about the logs on the cache, whether or not there's a travel bug, etc. GPX files can also be run with the most current versions of EasyGPS or ExpertGPS, but there's also an abundance of new software being written by cachers to interpret these files. [[GSAK]] is the ideal software for the job.<br />
<br />
* The third format is a eBook Format file. This is particularly useful for those cachers that have Palm Pilots or other hand-held computers. It contains the information about the cache that you normally find on the cache page, including logs and encrypted clues for the caches that meet your specified criteria. The idea is to carry your Palm device into the field and save yourself from printing off cache pages to take with you.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Date Ranges ==<br />
<br />
One of the most effective ways of making sure you collect all the caches for a particular state is to set [[Pocket queries]] to work using "date windows".<br />
<br />
These date windows work effectively because once you know there are about 500 records in a given date range, it won't change. Nobody can go back to 2004 and put more information in!<br />
<br />
<br />
=== South Australia ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 31/12/2003<br />
* 1/1/2004 - 31/08/2005<br />
* 1/1/2004 - 31/08/2005<br />
<br />
=== Victoria ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 - 31/3/2004<br />
* 1/4/2004 - 31/1/2005<br />
* 1/2/2005 - 31/10/2005<br />
* 1/11/2005 - 31/12/2008<br />
<br />
=== Queensland ===<br />
<br />
* 1/1/2000 to 31/10/2005<br />
* 1/11/2005 to 31/10/2008<br />
<br />
=== New South Wales ===<br />
<br />
*1/1/2000 to 30/6/2004<br />
*1/7/2004 to 30/6/2005<br />
*1/7/2005 to 31/12/2005<br />
*1/1/2006 to 30/6/2006<br />
*1/7/2006 to 31/12/2006<br />
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=== Western Australia ===<br />
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* 1/1/2000 - 30/4/2005<br />
* 1/5/2005 - 31/12/2006 <br />
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Pocket queries do not transmit data for archived caches. Because some caches will inevitably get archived, your pocket queries will get smaller over time if you base them on date windows. For this reason it's a good practice to re-jig the date window of your PQ's every so often. This will keep the number of PQ's you recieve down to a manageable level and possibly under Groundspeaks' level of 5 PQ's per day.</div>The Ginger Loon