For many geocachers, finding a micro is difficult enough without the added pressure of trying to find an unknown container. As micros are typically bison tubes (small metal containers that resemble a large pill tablet), unusual-looking containers will add on precious search minutes while the cacher determines what to hunt for.
The good news is: a cacher that takes the time to invent an unusual micro container is often rewarded with comments on the cache log like “Fun to find!” and “Nice handiwork!” such as mentioned in this cache’s log, Throw Another Log on the…, GC17VDP.
How does a cacher find this unique container if he doesn’t know what he is searching for? Here are a few helpful clues:
• Know if what you’re looking for is unusual. Most often, the cache notes or the logs will mention something different about the container.
• Touch everything. Leave no rock unturned. Tug on bolts, pull on signage. Clever hiders will make the micro seem as if it is part of the natural or manmade scenery.
• Come back another day. Sometimes a fresh perspective is the best solution. Chances are, you’ll find it right away next time and feel like giving your head a ‘I could have had a V-8’ knock.
• Bring your own writing implement. Many unusual micros have enormous creativity but no room for a pencil. You’ll want to brag about it.
• Bring a camera/cell phone and record your find. Cachers love to outwit one another, so to have proof for bragging rights, get it in digital. Another tip: do not post a picture or write a description of an unusual container to the cache log and ruin the next cacher’s surprise.
Cache-to-Go: The Pole Vault, GC1ZCY8 by KinderKen. This cacher is known for his ingenious hides and fun containers and this cache is no exception. Easy walk with a great reward. As mentioned, bring your own writing implement.
Carpe (the unusual) cache!
Comments
Clever. Micro's sound like a lot of fun. What a challenge.
Hi again Chuck and thanks for your comment! With your involvement in Scouts, you might find micros are the perfect container for first time hiders, like Scouts. The closest cache to my home was a bison tube hidden by a girl guides group. I love to keep tabs on it when I'm out for a walk in my neighborhood.
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