Log Surprise Mount Barker, South Australia, Australia
By Barker Bandit on 13-Apr-15. Waypoint GC5RD1H

An action had been taken on this cache because of one of the following -
One or more of the following has occurred:
No response from the cache owner.
No cache to find or log to sign.
It has been more than 28 days since the last owner note.
As a result I am archiving this cache to keep from continually showing up in search lists and to prevent it from blocking other cache placements.
Should you like to resurrect the cache please create a new cache listing so it can be reviewed as a new cache.
From http://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=70
7.15. Archive or unarchive a geocache
Archiving a geocache is meant to be a permanent action. Only community volunteer reviewers and Geocaching HQ can unarchive caches. This is done only in rare circumstances and only if the cache meets the current geocaching guidelines.

If a cache is archived by a reviewer or staff for lack of maintenance, it will not be unarchived.

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###**CACHE OWNER ACTION REQUIRED PLEASE**###

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I've noticed this cache is carrying a maintenance log which really does need to be addressed by the cache owner.

The guidelines indicated that periodic visits to check on the cache, as well as prompt attention to any logs that indicate there is a problem, are part of the [**cache owners responsibilities.**](https://www.geocaching.com/play/guidelines#listingmaintenance) If you can't attend to the issue promptly, then you need to [**Disable it**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=235) - I have Disabled it for you this time.

**Can you please respond to this situation (or indicated your intention) within 14 days,** so others know exactly what is happening with this cache?

You have lots of choices so pick the one that applies from this handy list:

- Check on the cache, repair and/or replace the cache or do whatever else is needed, post an [**Owner Maintenance log**](http://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=404) indicating the cache has been checked and [**ENABLE your cache.**](https://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=235 ) Then sit back and wait for the praises.

- If you really hope to get it fixed but there is some unusual reason why you can't do it soon, then at least post a Write Note log (within 14 days). Be sure to indicate the actual date that you expect to have it fixed so that everyone knows you are on top of it. For ongoing issues (where you don't have an actual date) please ensure you visit the page and post a note every 28 days so as to keep everyone up to speed.

- If you don't plan on fixing it then you could consider passing it on to another geocacher by asking them to [**Adopt it**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=54) or alternatively, you need to [**Archive it,**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=56) so it is removed from searches and someone else can have the spot. Don't forget to remove any remnants of your previously enjoyed cache too.

You might wonder what happens if you don't pick one of those. Well, if nothing happens, then a few weeks from today, when I next look at the cache page, it is likely that I will, unfortunately, have to de-list (Archive) it on the basis that it has been abandoned.

Honestly, I'd rather you decide so please do something before then. Please don't send me an email but instead follow the information/advice posted above.

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Loads of DNFs... myself included.

Sad yo say but adding another dnf to cache. Here today with a previous finder 3LG but no luck. Feel needs to be checked

It’s a no from me

No sign of this one today.
I did put my hands in many places that were too damp even for spiders,
but all I found was broken glass
Thanks for the challenge Barker Bandit , might be worth a checkup,
will place on the watch list and return asap when it's been found or maintained!

I was probably kidding myself but today I needed a quick find, and this one of the few caches I still have to find in Mt Barker, so I gave it a go. I did get on my knees and check all angles, but it was a no go. I think I'll come back another day in broad daylight and with some more assistance.

Clever hide so many options. Got there in the end. TFTC

#199

Bit of a walk to GZ but the view is absolutely beautiful. Well worth it! Can't believe how many giant fallen trees and logs we have in Mount Barker!

TFTC

Tried to do this at night the first time and realised that was a mistake and came back the next day and found it. TFTC

Out with Getnict and Sir_Spectre for a days caching.

found it with getnict and rod81w. No spiders today, maybe it was to wet for them.

Out and about doing some caching with sir_spectre and Rod81w. Grabbing caches along the way to complete some multi's that we had previously started.
TFTC

Although fine, there was quite a cool wind when went to look for this cache. It took a few minutes of hunting before one of us looked from the right angle, saw some interesting and located the very small container. The cache and contents were in good condition. Thanks Barker Bandit for the cache.

Can't believe the open spaces around here considering what they are doing to other parts of My Barker! It's great. Now for more trees and native vegetation. Found quick and easy with my son. Number 2 of 3 for the day. TNLN. Cheers.

Nice hide tftc

This one was found straight away, which was surprising given the container size and the size of the log. Log surprise indeed!

We sat on the log and signed the log, and returned the cache to where we found it. We then took a drive up to the tank, and read the plaque that commemorates the area.

Thanks Barker Bandit.

Tftc

Easy find

Found on an Easter Extravaganza family tradition race day! TFTC #teamheadbandz

What a lovely neighborhood. There were plenty of places open for inspection today and was tempted to have a sticky at one of them. The next cache got the better of me so I pushed on. Nice log and cache that I eventually found in about the 10th spot I looked! Hmmm. Clear skies, Astro.

Found it with CherryRose on a very humid and sticky day. What do you do when you have no power after the storms? Go caching of course. TFTC TNLNSL

Found out with Beary Organised after the storms. Cache safe & quick find. TFTC TNLNSL

**Found whilst House Sitting in Mannum**

*Out with AnyMules for a 'cache a day'*...

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Thanks for placing and maintaining this cache for our enjoyment Barker Bandit...

Took: Nothing
Left: Nothing
Stamped log...

**#9188**

What a frustrating hide. Why hide a tiny container in a spot where you could hide something decent. Finally managed to find the little sucker under all the grass cuttings. Thanks for the cache Barker Bandit. Found on 6 December 2016 at 5:34:11 pm. Find# 3445

TFTC - What a great spot for a cache, there are some healthy fat slugs sharing the cache spot too.

Owl needed to meet with Gizmo's Gang and they decided to start with coffee at the mid-way point, followed by caching. A very pleasant day followed! This was one of the nice parks they discovered and some lovely views were enjoyed.

Mrs Gizmo abandonded the rest of the team today and met up with Doctor Owl for a day's caching.
We spent an enjoyable few hours traversing the streets of Mount Barker and discovering new places.

Nice spot with great views.

TFTC Barker Bandit

Good one

Nice spot and a quick find on this very small hide!! Thanks Barker Bandit for the hide!!

Always enjoy cruising around this part of Mt Barker .
A quick walk in the park , Mrs DISK making the find. TNLNSL.
This would make a great picnic spot when the weather warms up a bit more [^].
Thanks Barker Bandit.

Hi just went and put new log in all good.

Wow, tiny cache and giant log! No room to leave any swaps. Signed the log which was quite damp and getting full.
TFTC

Log will need replacing very soon as it is almost full. It is also quite damp and hard to write on.

Unexpectedly small... Beautiful view TFTC

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I missed the log! Haha but found it

Found it get low

That was awesome good hide nice and small

Nice cache.

Gefunden

Found with 2011*turtle - a good hiding place! TFTC

Found with vj187. A quick find. TFTC

It took me a while to find it. Lol... Thanks for fun. Nice park.

Thanks Barker Bandit for the cache

I found this on my second trip around the log.

TFTC

Found by The Boofs TFTC ☺.

What a surprise- a log! TFTC

Tiny!

Found It!
A nice little park and a quick find. You can't help but sit and think about how much this place as changed in the last 10-15 years...
TFTC

Found a while ago but couldn't log. Tftc

Freezing..get down low

Beautiful log

Another great find while in the area
Thanks for setting up this cache.

SL

Tftc

Took a short while and not in the first place I looked. Thanks Barker Bandit.

Coordinates changed from:
S 35° 03.593 E 138° 53.038

Coordinates changed to:
S 35° 03.596 E 138° 53.033

Distance from original: 31 feet or 9.5 meters.
Just updated the coordinates it was a bit off

Thankfully no spiders were cached in the caching of this cache SL TFTC

A quickish find in the frozen air, despite the listed co-ords wanting us 13m away!
Agree with others that a bigger cache could still fit here nicely too.
Left some better co-ords to help.
TNLNSL
Thanks

Found during an early morning stroll in the parklands while running a few errands in Mt Barker. Thanks for the cache Barker Bandit!

Nice easy hide for the kids, and good fun running up & down the hill. Thanks!

Found by torchlight on a cold evening easy findings when done CSI style you can spot anything that can hide in a potential shadow TFTC Barker Bandit

Cache was found in the last place we looked, which as usual was not the first place we looked. We signed the logbook. Warning this hobby can be addictive. It can lead to exercise, meeting new people and finding interesting places you might not have known existed otherwise.
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This cache was found using a Garmin GPSr, Montana 650t, Oregon 550 or Dakota 20. Waypoints and paperless geocaching downloaded via GSAK 8.
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Out today with Freddo to tick off a couple more mini powertrails [^] and any other that happened to be along our travel route.
This was one of the many fun finds for the day.
Cheers & TFTC Barker Bandit

Wow that took a long time. Sent the Geokids to walk up our street and find this cache. Because one of our kids has his own profile this was a joint find. We needed to ask the owners for a hint and still couldn't find it so we were back for another hint (Note: Owners live nearby so watch out because you may be under surveillance)
TFTC Barker Bandit

Very very sneaky, found with a little help from the owner but all in all I was a good cache. I have no idea how I didn't find this last time. It is a little convenient hide because it is just down the road from where I live. TFTC Barker Bandit

Wow, this cache is very difficult indeed. It is funny because I wanted to hide one of my caches at this very log a couple of years ago. I can call it my cache because I was in a team with Maxdebtfiler and the cache I am talking about is pine everything in Hahndorf.
I WILL BE BACK.

after a long search and hevwalker12 phoned a friend
it turned out to be an easy find in the end.
geo hubby, geo wife and geo baby in the area for the long weekend.
geocaching with geo nanna, hevwalker12.
tftc!

Geocaching day with daughter, S-I-L & baby (TT016) from Mt Gambier visiting for the Long Weekend.

Back for a second look with S-I-L. We searched high & low with our torches into every nook & cranky. We were getting seriously frustrated. It was dark & the wind was getting chillier but we were determined to find it. In the end I PAF for a hint, which was a good one. We walked back, looked, not very hard in the end and found it. What a couple of crazy cachers we are. Thanks Clare and thanks Barker Bandits for the hide.

Back again but having the same trouble as last time. In fact i was just overthinking it and after a PAF for a clue it was soon in hand. How could I not find that? Doh. Thanks Barker Bandit.

With work bringing us to Mt Barker we grabbed a few caches after work, this one was a hard one to find and there is room to put such a larger cache here or better container. TFTC

Silver place for Mr Tardis.

Mr Tardis stopped by this nice park to find a cache today.

Given the previous DNFs I thought I was going to be in for a difficult search, however I did find the cache in the first place I looked - don't you just love it when that happens? I'd like to think it was because of caching mojo or skill, but rather it was just dumb luck.

I've attached some better co-ordinates to this log.

Signed the log. Thanks for the cache Barker Bandit.

FTF at 12.30 lunchtime. Had some time after visiting my sister & needed a break from studies.
I thought I had discovered most of Mt Barker by now,
But this reserve had eluded me until today.
I was directed by my GPS, so after a thougha search of that area.
I needed to widen my search, thank fully searching the correct side.
As Murphy's law predicted, I had just located the item when a dog walker & dog ambled through.
Luckily, they took little notice of me & left me to sign and put back the cache.
Thanks for bringing me to this place, must bring my dogs here.

This entry was edited by clare007 on Tuesday, 19 May 2015 at 03:42:30 UTC.

After reading hevwalker12's log and having trouble with the other barker bandit cache nearby I decided I would attempt this one by night hoping a bright torch would illuminate the dark spaces of the log. Pity it was only 6 degrees. The torch worked well and I am sure I have seen every nook and cranny of the log. The surprise was both the GPSr and the mobile phone didn't have GZ at the log. It was in open ground and close to some heavy duty irrigation equipment. A search there provided many many spiders but again nothing by torchlight. The bright red slashes across the spiders back stopped me feeling where I couldn't see. I shall watch with interest.

Thought I'd get up & take geodog, Mandy to this lovely park to find this cache. I was met by local dog walking muggles but they soon left so had plenty of time to take a look. I looked under, over, around & through this log ( that if is it's where it's meant to be) I put my hand in places that I shouldn't have ungloved but still no luck. I did find a doggy chew toy I thought might be it but no log so probably not. Anyway will keep my eye on this one. I will be back.

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