Geocache - Revision history

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74.192.201.139: /* Inside a Geocache */

2009-08-01T15:23:50Z

‎Inside a Geocache

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2008-10-17T03:30:29Z

common usage is "hitchhiker" (one word) rather than "hitch hiker" (two words)

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-Since treating [http://hookwormsindogs.net/Symptoms-of-heartworms-in-dogs]Symptoms of heartworms in dogs  is extremely risky and hard on the dog, the preferred route is taking preventative measures.
+'''Geocaches''' (also called just "caches") are the key playing pieces in the sport of [[geocaching]].
-Conventional preventive measure is the use of drugs to kill the heartworm larvae (microfilaria) before they mature. The most common preventative drugs for heartworm are ivermectin (Heartgard®), milbemycin (Interceptor®) and selamectin (Revolution®).
+The object of geocaching is to find these caches,
-Compared to other medications, these drugs are generally safe and effective as the dose needed to prevent heartworm infection and disease is very tiny, approximately 1/30 of that necessary to treat other parasitic diseases.
+which vary widely in shape, size, and appearance.
-However, the drugs can cause side effects in some dogs.
+Some are are placed in obvious locations, while others are hidden in maddeningly obscure ways.
-Side effects associated with ivermectin include depression, balance problems, and blindness, although these are uncommon at the low doses used in heartworm preventatives. However, ivermectin should be used with caution in collies and related breeds such as Old English Sheepdodgs and Australian Shepherds, who are more sensitive to the neurological effects of the drug.
-Milbemycin, the most common alternative drug for collie breeds, can cause depression, lethargy, vomiting, appetite loss, diarrhea, convulsions, weakness and excessive drooling.
-Selamectin side-effects include diarrhea, vomiting, muscle tremors, appetite loss, lethargy, drooling, and rapid breathing.
-−
-Treating heartworm in dogs is very involved and almost always requires hospitalization. The treatment can be very dangerous as well because the drugs used are arsenic-based and are understandably very toxic.
+==Inside a Geocache==
-Treating heartworm involves the injection of the heartworm drugs into an [http://www.hookwormsindogs.net Symptoms of heartworms in dogs]to kill the adult heartworms. However, unlike intestinal worms which can then be eliminated through the digestive system, the dead heartworms have nowhere to go - they die in the heart chamber and the pulmonary arteries and then start to decompose over about 30 days.
+[[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|thumb|right|A classic geocache: A regular size cache in a military-style 50mm ammunition box.]]
-During the 30 days after the injection, the dog patient has to be kept very quiet to decrease the chances of these tiny pieces of dead worms from going into the deeper arteries of the lungs causing obstruction of the blood vessels, which can sometimes cause immediate death to the dog. Also, the massive die-off of the [http://www.hookwormsindogs.net Symptoms of heartworms in dogs] can cause severe inflammation and even respiratory failure. Sadly, not all dogs survive the treatment.
+With only a few exceptions, a geocache contains some form of [[log book|log book or log sheet]].
-If your dog unfortunately requires heartworm treatment, use herbs such as Milk Thistleto minimize toxicity from the medications.
+Those who find the cache should note their visit on the log.

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-'''Geocaches''' (also called just "caches") are the key playing pieces in the sport of [[geocaching]].
+Since treating [http://hookwormsindogs.net/Symptoms-of-heartworms-in-dogs]Symptoms of heartworms in dogs  is extremely risky and hard on the dog, the preferred route is taking preventative measures.
-The object of geocaching is to find these caches,
+Conventional preventive measure is the use of drugs to kill the heartworm larvae (microfilaria) before they mature. The most common preventative drugs for heartworm are ivermectin (Heartgard®), milbemycin (Interceptor®) and selamectin (Revolution®).
-which vary widely in shape, size, and appearance.
+Compared to other medications, these drugs are generally safe and effective as the dose needed to prevent heartworm infection and disease is very tiny, approximately 1/30 of that necessary to treat other parasitic diseases.
-Some are are placed in obvious locations, while others are hidden in maddeningly obscure ways.
+However, the drugs can cause side effects in some dogs.
-==Inside a Geocache==
+Treating heartworm in dogs is very involved and almost always requires hospitalization. The treatment can be very dangerous as well because the drugs used are arsenic-based and are understandably very toxic.
-[[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|thumb|right|A classic geocache: A regular size cache in a military-style 50mm ammunition box.]]
+Treating heartworm involves the injection of the heartworm drugs into an [http://www.hookwormsindogs.net Symptoms of heartworms in dogs]to kill the adult heartworms. However, unlike intestinal worms which can then be eliminated through the digestive system, the dead heartworms have nowhere to go - they die in the heart chamber and the pulmonary arteries and then start to decompose over about 30 days.
-With only a few exceptions, a geocache contains some form of [[log book|log book or log sheet]].
+During the 30 days after the injection, the dog patient has to be kept very quiet to decrease the chances of these tiny pieces of dead worms from going into the deeper arteries of the lungs causing obstruction of the blood vessels, which can sometimes cause immediate death to the dog. Also, the massive die-off of the [http://www.hookwormsindogs.net Symptoms of heartworms in dogs] can cause severe inflammation and even respiratory failure. Sadly, not all dogs survive the treatment.
-Those who find the cache should note their visit on the log.
+If your dog unfortunately requires heartworm treatment, use herbs such as Milk Thistleto minimize toxicity from the medications.
-[[Cache Containers#Cache Sizes|Smaller caches]] may have log sheets with room for only the date and the geocacher's name,
-but [[Cache Containers#Cache Sizes|larger caches]] usually have log books with room for additional comments.
-−
-Most caches also include a [[stash note]] explaining the game of geocaching, in case non-geocachers (or "[[muggles]]") stumble upon them.
-−
-Many geocaches also contain [[trade item]]s (or "swag").
-Those who find the cache are free to trade for these items.
-If you take trade items from the cache, then you should leave something of equal or greater value in exchange.
-Typical trade items include toys, memorabilia, coupons, and [[signature items]].
-−
-Caches may also contain [[hitchhiker]]s.
-Hitchhikers are items that travel from cache to cache.
-The most common are [[travel bug]]s and [[geocoin]]s, which are marked with unique tracking numbers so their travels can be tracked on the [http://www.geocaching.com/ Geocaching.com website].
-While geocachers may keep trade items as their own,
-hitchhikers should not be kept, and should be moved to another cache.
-−
-[[Category:Basics]]

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 With only a few exceptions, a geocache contains some form of [[log book|log book or log sheet]].
 Those who find the cache should note their visit on the log.
-[[Cache Sizes|Smaller caches]] may have log sheets with room for only the date and the geocacher's name,
+[[Cache Containers#Cache Sizes|Smaller caches]] may have log sheets with room for only the date and the geocacher's name,
-but [[Cache Sizes|larger caches]] usually have log books with room for additional comments.
+but [[Cache Containers#Cache Sizes|larger caches]] usually have log books with room for additional comments.
 Most caches also include a [[stash note]] explaining the game of geocaching, in case non-geocachers (or "[[muggles]]") stumble upon them.

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 Most caches also include a [[stash note]] explaining the game of geocaching, in case non-geocachers (or "[[muggles]]") stumble upon them.
-Many geocaches also contain [[trade items]] (or "swag").
+Many geocaches also contain [[trade item]]s (or "swag").
 Those who find the cache are free to trade for these items.
 If you take trade items from the cache, then you should leave something of equal or greater value in exchange.

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 Most caches also include a [[stash note]] explaining the game of geocaching, in case non-geocachers (or "[[muggles]]") stumble upon them.
-Many geocaches also contain [[trade items]] (or "swag").NOT LIKE A 'SWAGGER'...
+Many geocaches also contain [[trade items]] (or "swag").
 Those who find the cache are free to trade for these items.
 If you take trade items from the cache, then you should leave something of equal or greater value in exchange.

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 a geocache will consist of a [[Cache Containers|container]] placed at a location of interest.
 The [[coordinates]] of the location are published online,
-enabling other [[geocacher]]s to navigate to the location their [[GPS receivers]].
+enabling other [[geocacher]]s to navigate to the location their [[GPS receiver]]s.
 What makes a location interesting can vary wildly from cache to cache. At many geocache locations, the surrounding area has some attractive feature, be it a bit of local history or simply a gorgeous view. Sometimes, however, the sole draw to the geocache's hiding place is the fact that there ''is'' a geocache there.

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 ==Inside a Geocache==
 [[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|thumb|right|A classic geocache: A regular size cache in a military-style 50mm ammunition box.]]
-Upon finding a geocache, most cachers decide to open it, in order to access the goodies inside. Practically every geocache contains some form of log for successful seekers to sign with their name (or geocaching handle), and the date. Depending on the [[Cache Sizes|size of the cache]], the log may or may not also have room for additional comments.
+Upon finding a geocache, most cachers decide to open it, in order to access the goodies inside. Practically every geocache contains some form of [[log book]] for successful seekers to sign with their name (or geocaching handle), and the date. Depending on the [[Cache Sizes|size of the cache]], the log may or may not also have room for additional comments.
 While this is not true for smaller caches, many geocaches also contain [[trade items]] (or "swag") of various sorts. These items are fair game for anyone who opens the cache to take-- provided, of course, that they leave an item of equal or greater value. A larger list is given in the [[trade items|trade items article]], but typical trade items include toys, memorabilia, coupons, and [[signature items]].