mjp303's Geoblog

Mar 31, 2006

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By: McGrude-n-Nif (adopted by mjp303) Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Regular

Cache ownership has been transfered to me now. (It didn't take as long as I thought! Thanks, Hemlock! [8D]) I'll get things back in place shortly.

Mar 30, 2006

Big Pappa

By: crazywatson Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Small

I took a very pleasant hike to this cache on the way home tonight. The trail was quite muddy, but the views were spectacular. As others have mentioned, I, too was grateful for the spot-on coordinates. Like PurplePeople, I left a few trade items. Hopefully we'll see Big Pappa tally a few caches on the 'found' side of the board quite soon. [;)] But, a great start with this cache though! Thanks. mjp303

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By: McGrude-n-Nif (adopted by mjp303) Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Regular

I have retrieved the cache container and, more importantly, the log books, which k5incali had hidden near the 'Berry Trail' cache. I have requested adoption from Hemlock, but these things take time. Since the location seems to be known to muggles, I am reluctant to rehide the original ammo can, and plan to hide a temporary micro cache at the current coordinates until the adoption process is complete.

Mar 29, 2006

Old School

By: Pal_Al Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Small

FTF! 2pm [8D] Not sure how this one escaped the weekend crowd. Perhaps it wasn't approved in time? Their loss is our gain! TFTC. mjp303

A bit of History II

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Small

This one had me and the kids running around in confusion for several minutes. Finally the my better half put down her book and walked right up to it. Nicely done! mjp303

Please Adopt Me

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Daughter Claire stepped on this cache while we were searching. We knew where to put it back, though. Thanks, mjp303

Four Boulders and a Tree

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

The kids were starting to get tired of micros! Thanks for the opportunity to trade. mjp303

Are we there Yet III?

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Regular

As noted, the cache is wet and getting wetter. We dried out the inside of the log baggie, but the sheet is already shreaded. Sorry I didn't have a replacement in my pack. mjp303

A Green Valley View

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

Great camouflage! We found an evil looking millipede who had taken refuge from the elements under the container. Plenty of trading took place. Thanks for another biggie. mjp303

Turn Here II

By: sloigo Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Regular

I though about reporting you to the blinker abuse police! [:P] Oh, that's just a CalTrans phone.

Ready to Hike 2

By: sloigo Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Deserted at the gate for us; we paid at the vistor's center later on. Nicely done, but the cache was like a laser beam burning my cache hunting eyes! mjp303

WXYZ

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Quick stop; I left the motor running and dashed over for the find. Thanks for the smilie! mjp303

Strawberry Fields Forever II

By: sloigo Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Small

On our way to Pinnacles for the day, this was a great place to take a break and stretch our legs. No berries being sold today, but plenty on the vine. TFTC. mjp303

Split Volcano - Pinnacles NM East Earthcache

By: TerryDad2 - adopted by Mauison Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

We decided to visit the park and take advantage of the opportunity to hike the entire length of Bear Gulch Cave. What a fantastic experience! At 6'4", I think I had the toughest time; some of those passageways were pretty tight. [:O] It was a day off school for the kids, but I'd be willing to bet they ended up learning more! Thanks, mjp303.

Stop Staring at Me!

By: momagna Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

We found it on our way to Pinnacles. The rain was coming down pretty hard at this point so we didn't linger. TFTC. mjp303

Mar 28, 2006

No Trump Bidding Quiz

By: UncleTom Difficulty: 4.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

2TF. I determined the procedure for solving this cache, but had difficulty with some simple math. UncleTom graciously pointed out my mistakes, and I was able to make the find tonight after work. Thanks for a fun puzzle! mjp303

Mar 27, 2006

The Chris Rock

By: HerboRicho Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Small

FTF @ 4:40pm. Thanks for providing the opportunity for a short walk the Sawyer Camp Trail once again. The views were beautiful, and the sound of water running in the small streams that cross the trail was very pleasant. Fortunately, my visit coincided with a break in the rain, so I didn't get wet, and pretty much had the spot to myself. Unfortunately, finding the cache itself wasn't a pleasant experience. A little bit of PO is an understatment, and it will only get worse. The recommended approach is probably going to work only for the most sure footed cachers. (Granted, my use of this path was extra challenging since it was wet.) Thank goodness I didn't have my kids along. In spite of it all, I perservered, and the find was mine. mjp303

Mar 25, 2006

Gone Fishing

By: geotap and skwerlie Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Small

John, Ted, and I found this one together. What a nice stretch of waterfront! TFTC. mjp303

Mar 23, 2006

The Coin & Sig Item Share & Swap Event

By: Kindergarten Teacher, image415, joescales Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

Thanks for organizing a great event! It was fun putting names to faces and swapping stories. Picking up a few new coins was icing on the cake![8D]

The Coin & Sig Item Share & Swap Event

By: Kindergarten Teacher, image415, joescales Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

The title says 'share swap', but I am willing to 'sell' (at cost of course!) geocoins. See me if you're interested! mjp303

This Should Be WalruZ's Cache

By: Kindergarten Teacher Difficulty: 3.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

Night find after an event. Clear and no fog...except on the windows of several cars in the lot. Wonder what's going on in there? [;)] TFTC. mjp303

Bart: Daly City Station

By: TheAprilFools Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

vaccine and I couldn't figure out how to get close to this one, so we took a tour of the station. Even after 9pm, it was suprisingly busy. TFTC. mjp303

Bart: Colma Station

By: TheAprilFools Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

vaccine and I stopped by after an event. He's trying to teach me night caching. I'm a slow learner! TFTC. mjp303

Cache at Joe's

By: Woof! Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

Plenty of contented patrons spilling out after a meal, but we persisted. Cool attachment device! TFTC. mjp303

Mar 15, 2006

Kittycat

By: triangulated Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Small

Swoop and grab on the way from here to there. TFTC! mjp303

Mar 11, 2006

Just Horsing Around

By: Changes in Latitudes Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

Yup, my suspicions on this cache were confirmed. If you want to restore geocaching karma, immediately place three plentifully stocked ammo can caches at the end of short hikes with beautiful views. [;)] TFTC. mjp303

Noon Ride

By: Changes in Latitudes Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

Not as deserted as you might imagine! A couple of cable service trucks were parked at the cache, with both guys catching 40 winks. I suppose they've had a busy time of it lately. Not to worry, cache security is intact. mjp303

Smiley

By: triangulated Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

Interrupted Shadow101. Didn't there used to be a multi around here? Hmmm...must be gone now. TFTC. mjp303

Mar 4, 2006

Vanishing Breed

By: batecher Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Geekster and I looked around for a drive-in movie theater or a store selling 8-tracks, figuring that one would likely be close to this relic.

Palo Alto Baylands - Top of the Hill

By: geekster Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

I returned to the cache with the owner and signed the log before the cache was replaced. I love the carpet of new, green grass covering the hills. Thanks for inviting me along for a pleasant walk, geekster!

Historical Stanford

By: Rain734 Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

How'd I miss that the last time??? TFTC. mjp303

Tie-Dyed Coins

By: bullit Difficulty: 3.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Nicely done. I was on the phone for a life-line when geekster noticed the duplication. TFTC. mjp303

Hey Bubb!

By: pao_flyer Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

A nicely crafted multi! Fortunately the park was pretty much deserted, and we could poke around in the bushes to our hearts content. The final container was looking pretty forlorn and empty, though. It needs some swag, but since the goodie bag was forgotten at home, we weren't able to help out with that. TFTC. mjp303

Something to read?

By: pao_flyers Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Not chosen

Great camouflage! Fortunately, I'd seen it before, making the find a bit easier. TFTC. mjp303

Home Brew

By: zapboy Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Geekster and I got a chuckle out of this one. Thanks! mjp303

ROUND ABOUT

By: misterfranklin Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Small

After getting nearby 'Hey Bubb', we were too close to ignore this one. Thanks for the smilie! mjp303

Mar 3, 2006

A View of Henry Ford's Behind

By: gumbyandeddy Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

After circling from Mr. Ford's front, I discovered bthomas scouring a patch of park in the rear. We searched in seclusion for several minutes. Our search was chanllenging since previous finders had *helped* the hide, and recent rains had smoothed things out quite naturally. TFTC. mjp303

Douglas's Elbow

By: TimberToo Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Regular

I made the short hike to this cache at dusk after an all-day off-site work meeting at a conference center nearby. There were patches of snow on the sides of the trail. My GPSr was doing summersaults due to the tree cover and the power lines, but got me close enough to spot the fantastic giant looming eeirily in the fading light. Thanks for introducting me the upper end of Wunderlich Park. mjp303

Mar 1, 2006

The Five Senses: TOUCH

By: crawburr Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Regular

Fun! I resisted the temptation to pull out one of my caching tools and solved the puzzle as intended. At the final location I was interrupted by a group a seniors out for a walk. I can only imagine what they thought *I* was doing! PO is encroaching! Hopefully it will stay away. TFTC. mjp303

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