March 25, 2007

flower childs peace corp

By: child of the damned Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 3.5 Container: Regular

This is definitely a cache for a group...and we had a large one leading up to today's event. 50sumptin, bthomas and I were searching a series of suspicious spots upstream when the shouts of success came from hsjb. Although the stinging nettle was out in full force, thankfully there were no mosquitos! Thanks for the adventure.

The Bobcat Hole

By: Brandon Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 4.0 Container: Small

The neighbors were looking perplexed as our group descended on this cache, and it was simply no match for our collective force. 4* is probably too high. Thanks for the challenge.

Vista Point - Bermuda Triangle

By: vaccine Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

Thanks for *ANOTHER* excuse to stop here and enjoy the view!

Peninsula UnEvent Event

By: vaccine & mjp303 Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0

For awhile I couldn't decided whether or not to log this event. In the end it just didn't seem right that there was going to be no record of my involvement. Beautiful weather, a fun little stretch of group caching, and a chance to socialize: I had a really great time! Geocachers really are a great bunch of people. vaccine, thanks for all the good times!

March 24, 2007

Steinbeck #5--Rosie's Garden

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

A very nice garden! Thanks for showing me the spot.

Top of Old La Honda

By: bthomas Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Small

The last cache of a long and satisfying day. I was out with the cache owner, kindredlaugh and UncleTom, and of course they made me lead search for it, then promptly ignored me when I went off in the wrong direction. Back on course, it was a quick find. Whew! 2000 caches. A fun journey, and one that continues on!

The World's Largest Artichoke

By: Chickasaw Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Virtual

Thanks for pointing out this spot! I think we must have been acting a bit too much like tourists: a couple of locals, who were guiltily enjoying the famous treats, too, offered to take our picture. Thanks.

SCZ/DCP - Santa Cruz Degree Confluence Point
By: Iron Chef Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Regular

Out with bthomas, kindredlaugh, and UncleTom, this was a must do cache. Fortunately we didn't have to dodge any golf balls, but we did pick the wrong trail. I found bthomas' 3 year-old log in the logbook and then we signed many pages further back. TFTC.

The Fun Starts Here

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

Thanks for the very descriptive hint. Our GPSr's were not cooperating. Lovely spot, though. TFTC.

What A View!

By: molly1414 Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

I agree: a fantastic view! Fortunately we didn't have to search 40' south where our GPSr's were pointing. [:O] The school of lost digitalfish are on their way back to the fishery! TFTC.

Big Green Water Tank

By: Team_Unicycle Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Small

On the road to this cache, UncleTom asked me if I wanted the hint for this cache. I stubbornly refused...and then proceeded to wander around while he patiently waited for us to find it. The roads around here sure are narrow!

Chews A Ridge

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

It was a beautiful day for a cache excursion and plenty of good company to enjoy it with. SMILIE The new (to me!) XJ is now properly christened! (Thanks Nazgul for recording the event. [8D]) It would have been fun to continue on down the road, but I don't think they would have appreciated our herd at the Monastary too much. As it was, we probably looked like ants swarming around the cache and benchmark. I loved the views! Thanks for the cache!

March 23, 2007

Roy's Cache

By: Bob & Elliecat Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

Second visit. I had to occupy my time somewhere else while a shopper cleared out, so I searched in the wrong places. This ended up ruining my confidence, so I called a lifeline who reaffirmed my first impressions. Coordinates are much better now; shouldn't the hint get a little updating, too? TFTC.

Amber's Cache

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

Heh! This cache was tricky with the tree cover and north facing slope. Thanks for the breadcrumbs!

March 22, 2007

Totem Bowl

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

This cache was definitely a pleasant suprise! The totem pole was really cool, and nicely done on the cache camouflage and hide. TFTC!

Piece of Pie (Easy as Pie)

By: Bob & Elliecat Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

I waved to the guy in the restaurant who poked his head out the back door as soon as I arrived. That seemed to satisfy him, so I commenced my search, and found the cache shortly in the logical spot. I'm glad I didn't read the hint first; it would have thrown me off. SMILIE TFTC.

March 21, 2007

Captain "Krooked Kickflip" Portola

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

2TF @ 12:25p. It was too nice not to get outside at lunch today, and fortunately, a new cache was available. Thanks! The breeze was a little brisk, but the sun was shining strongly, even in Pacifica. Very nice! This cache will really be a challenge once the weather gets a little warmer. Even today, I had to abort a couple of times with people driving and walking by. Finally, I must commend KT for the vigor with which she attacked the FTF on this cache. [8D] Her log left me wondering if she even ate breakfast first, for heaven's sake! [;)] TFTC.

March 18, 2007

Bus Stop

By: GR82NO Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Day 2 of my push for 2K. I don't thing the cache is going to wander from this location! What interesting camouflage. TFTC.

One Red Paperclip

By: alpharomero.com Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Small

Day 2 of my push for 2K. I enjoyed the walk to this cache. Thanks for luring me out on the trail.

Why did the Cacher Cross the River?

By: alpharomero.com Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Small

Day 2 of my push for 2K. I didn't end up crossing the river. Although my auto-router wanted me to, I had the good sense to overrule its suggestion. TFTC.

Tasmanian Devil

By: triplep220 Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Day 2 of my push for 2K. What did this cache have to do with Tazmanian Devils? You're cluttering my brain with interesting but useless information. [;)]

Taramosalata

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

Day 2 of my push for 2K. Lots of people enjoying themselves at the community center. TFTC. mjp303

Don't Stop Here!

By: CTomGeo Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Day 2 of my push for 2K. Of course the auto-router was useless here, so I had to do it the old fashioned way...well, not exactly since that would have been to pull out the paper street map. [;)] Loved the comment on the outside of the cache container. mjp303

Santa Clara Youth Soccer Park

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

Day 2 of my push for 2K. Nobody playing soccer yet today, although perhaps there were one or two members at the 'athletic club' next door. mjp303

Riverfalls

By: nielsenc Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Day 2 of my push for 2K. The poppies were especially lovely this morning! Thanks. mjp303

SC Fire - Agnew Rivermark

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

Day 2 of my push for 2K. As I was signing the log, a shuttle bus for a nearby church pulled up. The driver thought I might like a ride to the service. Oh, the interesting things that happen while caching! mjp303

Double Secret Trailhead

By: workerofwood Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Small

Day 2 of my push for 2K. It was quiet enough this morning that I didn't even agonize over the parking. Stop, find, go. Thanks! mjp303

Akebelons NEC Steps

By: southbayday Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

Day 2 of my push for 2K. Thanks for the nice big cache! The only one I found today. mjp303

River here, River there

By: Mystery Ink Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Small

Day 2 of my push for 2K. This was a very fragrant search! A perfect day to look for your cache. Thanks! mjp303

Doctor Emmett Brown

By: triplep220 Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

Day 2 of my push for 2K. There was some sort of equestrian event going on, and several people taking pictures. A lot busier than I expected for a Sunday morning. TFTC. mjp303

March 17, 2007

Sit On It

By: Rocket Girl and DuckeyLee Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

8:05 am 1 of 23 on my push for 2K. Quiet, serene, and a good way to start the day. TFTC.

Rubber Duck

By: frogham Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Small

8:12 am 2 of 23 on my push for 2K. Fun cache container! I can see how the location could get busy, but I wasn't too back this morning early. Thanks.

Want fries with that?

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

8:26 am 3 of 23 on my push for 2K. A group of employees uncrating merchandise disturbed my search, but I persevered.

Here Kitty Kitty Kitty

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

8:29 am 4 of 23 on my push for 2K. Under the harsh light of day, this establishment looks a bit faded and worn.

I'm Green

By: Rocket Girl Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

8:44 am 5 of 23 on my push for 2K. Lots of guys on bikes riding by. The parking across the street has been fenced off. TFTC.

Child's Play

By: Rocket Girl and DuckeyLee Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

8:53 am 6 of 23 on my push for 2K. As I found the cache, a young girl on a bike came riding by. She stopped, which suprised me. What I didn't know was that she was waiting for her parents. When they finally came around the corner, Mom looked pretty uncomfortable. There was not much I could do, so I just smiled and walked away. TFTC.

Man's Best Friend's Best Friend

By: glindakc Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

8:59 am 7 of 23 on my push for 2K. A yard sale, joggers, and dog walkers made this grab an adventure! TFTC.

Aix Sponsa

By: Cat & Bird Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Micro

9:20 am 8 of 23 on my push for 2K. I saw several Mallards today, but none around this cache. I had to sign over someone else, the log strip is full. TFTC.

Romantic Rendezvous 3 ? NEM

By: hals99 Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

9:31 am 9 of 23 on my push for 2K. What kind of ice cream did you have? I dunno. But if you were me, it would have been pralines and cream; it's the same kind I always have. TFTC.

Saratoga Creek Overlook #2

By: Bughound Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

9:44 am 10 of 23 on my push for 2K. Got it. Too bad the trail down by the water is fenced off. TFTC.

Maywood Spring

By: jellotrees & acceber Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Regular

9:53 am 11 of 23 on my push for 2K. Fun cache! No water in the stream, but plenty on the lawns. They were soggy and muddy! Thanks.

SC-17 - Gulliver plays here - LC * 2

By: nostrada (maintained by shadow101) Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

10:04 am 12 of 23 on my push for 2K. I had to search for this cache in full view of the guys in the barbershop across the driveway. I'll bet they wondered why I didn't stop in for a trim!

Parkway #1

By: Stacy & Jerry Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

10:16 am 13 of 23 on my push for 2K. I almost got interrupted by a guy walking his dog. From where I was standing, I'll bet he thought I was doing the same thing as the dog, though. [;)] TFTC.

Parkway #2

By: Stacy & Jerry Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

10:23 am 14 of 23 on my push for 2K. It was just a matter of trying all the possible spots. I liked watching the traffic pass underneath the bridge. TFTC.

SC Fire - Pruneridge

By: nielsenc Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

10:34 am 15 of 23 on my push for 2K. Thanks for pointing out this firestation.

SC-6 - Mary Gomez, once again

By: nostrada (adopted by Bughound) Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

10:46 am 16 of 23 on my push for 2K. Dust and pollen were the order of the day on this cache; my allergies thank you. Nifty little hide, btw.

Henry Schmidt

By: Stacy & Jerry Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

10:56 am 17 of 23 on my push for 2K. Very nicely done. Definitely aging well. TFTC!

SC-5 - Harris Lass Museum - LCs

By: nostrada (adopted by Bughound) Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

11:08 am 18 of 23 on my push for 2K. Thanks for pointing this interesting place out to me! There was an open house at the condos across the street. Lots of activity.

Warburton-A Santa Clara Park

By: shoeluvr Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

11:33 am 19 of 23 on my push for 2K. A great looking park. The pool is still drained, which helped me, but made the place seem a bit forelorn. TFTC.

Lonely Bench

By: Rocket Girl Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Micro

11:42 am 20 of 23 on my push for 2K. My eye skipped over one little part of the cache description, which prolonged my search. With ninety plus visits from cachers, this bench is lonely no longer!

Been Here: Walsh

By: 50sumtin Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Micro

11:57 am 21 of 23 on my push for 2K. Of course, the sprinklers were on making this a muddy, wet mess. Fortunately, the new log was nice and dry...until I pulled it out of the baggie with dirty hands. [;)]

Cheechoo Cache

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

12:10 pm 22 of 23 on my push for 2K. Nice trail. Thanks for caching it up!

A Bird's Disappointment

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

12:15 pm 23 of 23 on my push for 2K. What a fun cache container! TFTC.