Mountain Maze Benobble, Queensland, Australia
By
GeoScrubers on 11-May-06. Waypoint GCVXAP
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Logs
So glad this cache was mentioned in the description of Up Where We Belong as I would never have thought to look for it otherwise. We completed that most enjoyable multi and then adjusted our figures to come up with the final for this. A short rummage about and the cache was in hand. Thanks for being the inspiration behind the other cache. We enjoyed exploring different areas of the mountain. Thanks GeoScrubers
This weekend, [@jesswrigley](http://coord.info/PRNW59T), baby Cottontail and I had planned to spend a night in Tamborine Mountain. On Friday, we walked Palm Grove, The Knoll National Park, had a browse up-down Gallery Walk, and visited a winery. On Saturday, we participated in the local parkrun followed by a walk to Witches Falls Lookout. Overall, we had a terrific trip with great accommodation and excellent hospitality, so a return visit in the future is likely.Today, we awoke to Tamborine parkrun as a new experience/location, and then hurried back to be treated to a glorious accommodation breakfast. We then had a short morning hike using the Witches Chase Track to Witches Falls Lookout, before then needing to hurry back for the morning event [Tamborine Tea Break](https://coord.info/GCA4E18). This catch-up had both locals and travellers alike, and it was a great venue to talk to everybody.Yesterday I started [Up Where We Belong](https://coord.info/GC69XGM), noting that multi-cache was born after seeing this multi-cache archived. I had time looking up this multi-cache and noted that this archived cache was likely still in position, given recent find logs. Luckily, the three waypoints were the same as the new multi-cache, and it was just the final formula for GZ that was different. Consequently, I commenced this multi-cache the day before on 24/02/2023, and managed to visit all three waypoints across the day: Stage 1 - Plaque on the Rock monument: Visited first and a nice/interesting park; Stage 2 - The Road is long: We walked this park in the morning just before it started to rain over lunch; and Waypoint 3 - Where the Eagles cry On a Mountain High: A quick stop to grab these final numbers after we did our walk and winery visit, so we knew roughly where to head for this final this morning.After finding [Up Where We Belong](https://coord.info/GC69XGM), we thought we would complete our walk down to the midway point lookout, and then take a look for this archived cache on our return, time permitting. We consequently stopped at GZ, and after some rummaging, I spotted this cache hidden away. Amazingly, the cache container and logbook were in good shape, so it is kudos to those who have been maintaining this cache, or otherwise the good condition that the geocache was in prior to getting archived. Thanks GeoScrubers for the cache placement and ongoing maintenance.Note that this geocache was logged with the *Team Warren* Davidwazza/jesswrigley stamp.
It appears this one is still being found and looked after, thanks. I haven't lived in the area for many years now. It was not able to be un-archived.
What a fabulous cache this is! What a shame it was archived as it is alive and well. We did the new one too and loved all the waypoints. We really enjoyed our walk to witches falls, even though I just about put my hand on top of a millipede. Think it got a big fright too! Loved the scenery. Thank you for creating this!
Found this with Mum as 'Jess & Caro'. She is now Carø and I now have my own geocaching profile so we are sorting my logs for caches we found together. TFTC!
We have an event to be at with friends on the Gold Coast so I had prepared a short list of caches I wanted to find on our way. The newer multi cache nearby was on my list and a couple of friends told me about this one which was still in place nearby and able to be found. Yes please! I do kinda like finding archived caches.
I continued on from where I'd parked the car and made my way along to a likely spot, and sure enough - there's the cache! It is clearly being maintained and is in great condition. Thanks for placing the cache, GeoScrubers and thanks those who are maintaining it.
I continued on from where I'd parked the car and made my way along to a likely spot, and sure enough - there's the cache! It is clearly being maintained and is in great condition. Thanks for placing the cache, GeoScrubers and thanks those who are maintaining it.
While this has been archived. This is being maintained and it is in good order.
While at an event in Canungra decided with a few geobuddies to check this out as another multi had very similar waypoints except of course for the final.
Thanks for the cache.
While at an event in Canungra decided with a few geobuddies to check this out as another multi had very similar waypoints except of course for the final.
Thanks for the cache.
In the area with E(: and NeversayDi & decided to do this old multi in conjunction with another, Up Where We Belong as listed in that cache description. The rain was starting to fall so we quickly made our way to GZ where we found the container under some heavy leaf litter. All good with this cache and a beaut multi to do.
TFTC GeoScrubers
Found January 28, 2018
TFTC GeoScrubers
Found January 28, 2018
Smiley #1840 Found 28 January 2018 9:57 am
We heard that this cache is still available. Since there's not much difference between this and the cache nearby, we tried taking the numbers.
TFTC GeoScrubers. All good with this cache.
We heard that this cache is still available. Since there's not much difference between this and the cache nearby, we tried taking the numbers.
TFTC GeoScrubers. All good with this cache.
In doing the Multi Up Where We Belong - GC69XGM we discovered that this Cache was still available to be found. After about half an hour of hunting this Cache was eventually found about 20m away from where the GPS wanted me to look. It was a case of looking in ever increasing circles until the blighter was found. With out the hint I don't think that I would have found it.
Thanks SaintsMadHouse for looking after this Cache and for keeping it going.
Thanks SaintsMadHouse for looking after this Cache and for keeping it going.
Found out and about with the gorgeous Akasha_Zenith.
We were participating in the active Multi cache 'Up where we belong', and my digging and probing and trying out the numbers on this cache led us to stumble and fall upon this one.
Looks like someone has replaced the container at some point, and looks like Captain Terror placed a new logbook in the container and wrote a little note saying so.
Thank you GeoScrubers, enjoyed the cache path that you originally created.
We were participating in the active Multi cache 'Up where we belong', and my digging and probing and trying out the numbers on this cache led us to stumble and fall upon this one.
Looks like someone has replaced the container at some point, and looks like Captain Terror placed a new logbook in the container and wrote a little note saying so.
Thank you GeoScrubers, enjoyed the cache path that you originally created.
Just randomly put my hand down to the ground to push back some leaf litter and voila! a sistema container!
Great way to spend the afternoon/night (it was dark by the time we got to the final)
Thanks for the cache
Great way to spend the afternoon/night (it was dark by the time we got to the final)
Thanks for the cache
31/07/2016, 11:18 AM Find #968
We are up on the mountain today collecting a variety of puzzles, multis and traditionals and making the most of the beautiful winter weather that the south east has been experiencing recently.
I didn't realise that this cache was still around until we started the multi that replaced it and noticed two icons in the same spot.
As we went around, we collected all the same clues but then had to arrive at a different GZ, thankfully not too far from the new cache. It had a newish log book and all in good condition.
TFTC
We are up on the mountain today collecting a variety of puzzles, multis and traditionals and making the most of the beautiful winter weather that the south east has been experiencing recently.
I didn't realise that this cache was still around until we started the multi that replaced it and noticed two icons in the same spot.
As we went around, we collected all the same clues but then had to arrive at a different GZ, thankfully not too far from the new cache. It had a newish log book and all in good condition.
TFTC
Out today with Gulliver Travels54 with our eyes on a couple of caches. Enjoyed this cache and the history behind it. Glad this one was still here as we are seeing a pattern forming sadly of removing the archived caches. I don't understand how someone can remove it and claim a find at the same time. Tftc
We had this cache on our list to do and upon checking nearby caches we discovered that an Archived and Active were close together and the Waypoints helped us gather the info for both ,we had taken 2 trips to the mountain to find this cache and picked the morning of the proposed Rain Event for the final hunt ,as we arrived at GZ we did not hold much hope of the cache being there as we have found in the past that more and more of the caches are being removed by people other than the CO and for what reason we do not know ,but it is there and has been resurrected thanks to Saints Madhouse TFTC
#6300 I saw this listed on Crew 153's site and I just had to come up and have a look.
Really enjoyed this park and gathering the information.
Absolutely breathtaking views from the mountain out over the country.
It had been raining so everything smelt so fresh.
Arrived at the final for a quick find and signed the logbook.
TNLNSL TFTC Thanks GeoScubers and SaintsMadHouse All good with this archived cache
A favourite from me
Really enjoyed this park and gathering the information.
Absolutely breathtaking views from the mountain out over the country.
It had been raining so everything smelt so fresh.
Arrived at the final for a quick find and signed the logbook.
TNLNSL TFTC Thanks GeoScubers and SaintsMadHouse All good with this archived cache
A favourite from me
Adoption is sadly not possible, HOWEVER, a new cache is in location and I am working with the reviewers to ensure its publication very soon.
Hoping to adopt and reactivate this cache since the owner has left the area.... watch this space....
I was nearby tonight and came to show hubby one of the oldest geocaches, We fixed it up with some wipes and paper towel and replaced the log book. I am now home and logging to let you know and saw it archived. This has made me so sad. I would love to see it live on, it is such an old cache after all. I am happy to adopt it as I live nearby. Please consider this option. This Geocache showcases the mountain so perfectly
Unfortunately the container was full of water.
Everything is saturated & showing signs of long time water damage.
The log is really slimy in it's baggie.
It appears this has been the case for several months now, according to previous logs.
It was a bit disappointing, after the effort put in to getting this far, to find a sodden mess.
Left a slip of paper with our caching name stamped upon it as proof of our visit.
The cache needs a visit from the CO to either clean-up, replace or remove & archive it.
Everything is saturated & showing signs of long time water damage.
The log is really slimy in it's baggie.
It appears this has been the case for several months now, according to previous logs.
It was a bit disappointing, after the effort put in to getting this far, to find a sodden mess.
Left a slip of paper with our caching name stamped upon it as proof of our visit.
The cache needs a visit from the CO to either clean-up, replace or remove & archive it.
Smilie #2712
A slow morning so we decided a little caching was in order.
Chose the Canungra, Tamborine Mountain, Eagle Heights, Maudsland & Guanaba areas as our targets for the afternoon.
Having successfully done the nearby puzzle cache we thought we would add a multi to the mix.
Arrived at the posted co-ords & quickly ascertained the next set of numbers so it was back in the Geo-beast & off we go!
Soon we approached our next stop & as we were about to head towards the new GZ I noticed our rear off-side tyre was VERY low on air.
Great! Just what I need to add a little extra excitement to the day!
Luckily, I carry a quite good compressor in the Geo-beast so, it was a quick pump up & we'll see how it goes.
Headed along the path, found the right spot & soon had the required data.
On to the next stop where we were fast off the mark at getting the final set of co-ordinates needed to find the cache.
Checked the tyre before heading off & all seemed good so on to the last stage.
Parked just short of the final GZ & made the short stroll in to find ...
... the cache!
Unfortunately the container was full of water.
Everything is saturated & showing signs of long time water damage.
The log is really slimy in it's baggie.
It appears this has been the case for several months now, according to previous logs.
It was a bit disappointing, after the effort put in to getting this far, to find a sodden mess.
Left a slip of paper with our caching name stamped upon it as proof of our visit.
The cache needs a visit from the CO to either clean-up, replace or remove & archive it.
TFTP & C GeoScrubers
A slow morning so we decided a little caching was in order.
Chose the Canungra, Tamborine Mountain, Eagle Heights, Maudsland & Guanaba areas as our targets for the afternoon.
Having successfully done the nearby puzzle cache we thought we would add a multi to the mix.
Arrived at the posted co-ords & quickly ascertained the next set of numbers so it was back in the Geo-beast & off we go!
Soon we approached our next stop & as we were about to head towards the new GZ I noticed our rear off-side tyre was VERY low on air.
Great! Just what I need to add a little extra excitement to the day!
Luckily, I carry a quite good compressor in the Geo-beast so, it was a quick pump up & we'll see how it goes.
Headed along the path, found the right spot & soon had the required data.
On to the next stop where we were fast off the mark at getting the final set of co-ordinates needed to find the cache.
Checked the tyre before heading off & all seemed good so on to the last stage.
Parked just short of the final GZ & made the short stroll in to find ...
... the cache!
Unfortunately the container was full of water.
Everything is saturated & showing signs of long time water damage.
The log is really slimy in it's baggie.
It appears this has been the case for several months now, according to previous logs.
It was a bit disappointing, after the effort put in to getting this far, to find a sodden mess.
Left a slip of paper with our caching name stamped upon it as proof of our visit.
The cache needs a visit from the CO to either clean-up, replace or remove & archive it.
TFTP & C GeoScrubers
I was preparing for the trip to tamborine for the event today and thought I'd have a swing at this from the computer. Turns out it's solvable. So today I made a made dash to the final location.
Cache was full of water and log book is saturated.
Thanks for the cache geo scrubers.
Cache was full of water and log book is saturated.
Thanks for the cache geo scrubers.
Cache is very wet after recent rain. Poured a lot of water out and resealed lid properly. Quite a large plastic box, slightly off the track. I was a bit confused at No Palms, as the check for AA+BB=36, but I make it 26. Put in the coordinates never the less and ended up at the right spot.
Great cache, thanks
Great cache, thanks
Captain Terror and I were on our way down to Lamington and we decided to grab this cache on the way down. The Captain had already found the cache but since it was my birthday trip I was in control of what we found
It took a while and a lot of asking the Captain for help to get all the information but eventually we were at the final coordinates. I found the cache easily and signed my name in the logbook. Then it was off to a local cafe for some lunch. Thanks for the cache geoscrubers.
It took a while and a lot of asking the Captain for help to get all the information but eventually we were at the final coordinates. I found the cache easily and signed my name in the logbook. Then it was off to a local cafe for some lunch. Thanks for the cache geoscrubers.
Well, what a surprise! The delightful Perusal was up the mountain for the day and after my Japanese spa ritual at a nearby massage place, we went to a gallery/cafe for lunch.
Perusal had done the hard yards on this multi and I tagged along for the final. We were stopped by a few tourists looking for a waterfall but were unable to help them to find it. Perhaps if they had the coords?
The cache was found easily and it turned out to be of a decent size. We decided not to venture down the track to the lookout
TFTC GeoScrubers! Nice way to top off my Easter stay up here.
Perusal had done the hard yards on this multi and I tagged along for the final. We were stopped by a few tourists looking for a waterfall but were unable to help them to find it. Perhaps if they had the coords?
The cache was found easily and it turned out to be of a decent size. We decided not to venture down the track to the lookout
TFTC GeoScrubers! Nice way to top off my Easter stay up here.
I finally finished off this multi today. I took Ms Maddy with me to make the find. This would be great for someone to do whilst picking up all of the other caches up here as you drive by so many of them. Thanks GeoScrubers for Easter Sunday madness.
Well I wasn't expecting that! I wouldn't advise this one if you are short on time. I was planing on walking the track but just not enough time left after getting all the way points. So I drove around to the cache. I have walked the track before though, many years ago.
Other then that this is a really good multi. All the info is right there in front of you so you can't make any mistakes. My gps put me spot on every time which helps.
I had to laugh at the last stage sign as I saw the top of it through the trees while driving past. Hahaha.
Found the cache, signed the log, made a swap and grabbed a path tag.
Thanks for the cche GeoScrubers, great multi
Other then that this is a really good multi. All the info is right there in front of you so you can't make any mistakes. My gps put me spot on every time which helps.
I had to laugh at the last stage sign as I saw the top of it through the trees while driving past. Hahaha.
Found the cache, signed the log, made a swap and grabbed a path tag.
Thanks for the cche GeoScrubers, great multi
So many reasons for a WOW! Thanks for making me drive all over the mountain top with the yappy 10 year old daughter. Oh I really shouldn't take her out without the iPod! Ok so we actually had a lot of fun with this one and as we were without the boys we were able to take our time and do the math and she worked it all out, so this is a success for her and her primary school teachers!
Wow #1 is for the first waypoint, its a lovely spot and such a shame that the original lookout is gone, we could still see the coast today and even saw a tree with a plaque on the other side of the road, worth a read as well.
Wow #2 is for the way you took us around, I was also able to maintain my own caches along the route, so I was super happy!
Wow #3 was for the 2nd and 3rd way points, I love old stuff! at the final GZ I just had to reash out and touch the old stone pillars. Such a lovely place.
Now I must admit that my health is pretty bad at the moment and we werent able to walk the trails, but we will be back as a full team and do them, hopefully in Spring.
Wow #4 was for the age of this cache, the condition it was in despite its age and the huge amount of stash! My daughter and I sat and read the old logs, from back when people wrote a story in the log book. I like these, and try to make my own caches big enough to fit a decent sized book so that others can also write stories. I wrote a short one today in the book. And she made some swaps. I saw a Pathtag there and since it was one I have in my collection already, I left it for future finders and also added one that was just made last month!
This cache is one month older than my daughter and here eyes nearly popped out of her head when I told her that!
Congratulations on a great cache, it is standing strong and gave us a great afternoon and plans for returning.
Wow #1 is for the first waypoint, its a lovely spot and such a shame that the original lookout is gone, we could still see the coast today and even saw a tree with a plaque on the other side of the road, worth a read as well.
Wow #2 is for the way you took us around, I was also able to maintain my own caches along the route, so I was super happy!
Wow #3 was for the 2nd and 3rd way points, I love old stuff! at the final GZ I just had to reash out and touch the old stone pillars. Such a lovely place.
Now I must admit that my health is pretty bad at the moment and we werent able to walk the trails, but we will be back as a full team and do them, hopefully in Spring.
Wow #4 was for the age of this cache, the condition it was in despite its age and the huge amount of stash! My daughter and I sat and read the old logs, from back when people wrote a story in the log book. I like these, and try to make my own caches big enough to fit a decent sized book so that others can also write stories. I wrote a short one today in the book. And she made some swaps. I saw a Pathtag there and since it was one I have in my collection already, I left it for future finders and also added one that was just made last month!
This cache is one month older than my daughter and here eyes nearly popped out of her head when I told her that!
Congratulations on a great cache, it is standing strong and gave us a great afternoon and plans for returning.
I estimate it over 2 years ago I first started on this multi. I guess good things take time. On that day I visited waypoint 1 with lat&longjunkie and got ourselves a good looking set of numbers for waypoint 2 but never found anything there. It turns out we didn't really read the directions properly.
Flash forward about 18 months and I stopped by waypoint 1 again with family. No time to crunch numbers nor visit waypoint 2, so I took a few photos to deal with later. At home on the computer, photo gallery and the cache page open I busted out some co-ords that put me in a very likely spot, which from streetview looked to be mere metres from where Mr. Junkie and I had visited earlier. With a little trickery I soon had co-ords for waypoint 3 saved away.
I don't know how long ago that was, but today I finally found myself on the mountain in the late arvo and enough time to sort this one out - hopefully. I parked kinda closeish and toddled over towards the co-ords I had. It was here I got confused again. The information for the next waypoint didn't line up no matter how I tried. It took me an embarrassingly long time to realise I was a waypoint ahead of where I thought I was. Forehead slap. So I did the math and had the final waypoint in my GPSr.
I had never ventured into that part of the world, very historically significant, so decided to take the 2 feet and a heartbeat method. However, that would be a bad move as it transpired. I made my way in and my, what a beautiful area. I turned off the top of the hill, following the path down the stairs, level with some tree tops and moving along at a brisk pace. I decided I just had enough time before sunset to get back. Then my phone rang. Fearing losing reception if I moved too far and winding up in a lengthy chat, I lost about 45 minutes. Still just light I pushed on.
I came to one of the lookouts and lateness be damned, I was stopping to enjoy this place. Truly magnificent watching the creek tumble towards the earth, lit up by the afternoon rays. The bright green rainforest set ablaze by the firey last rays of light peeking over the faraway hills. What a sight to behold and what a magical place to be a part of as the day drew to an end here.
I left the platform and headed back into the dark forest there, boy it was dark in here. Those strange noises of nocturnal animals coming out to play filled the air as I continued along at my brisk pace. On the ascent I came into a little more light, still a vivdly wild orange shade shed across the landscape. I tripped a few times as I headed up and eventually, mercifully piled out of the dark forest near GZ.
This bit was easy, pushed a few branches aside for an easy find in the half-dark and signed what I hope is a legible version of my name in the book. I replaced as found and made the decision, rather than stumble and fumble my way through the forest, some areas with a vague track and many roots of the forest giants, I would take the less scenic, far longer but safer roads back to my car.
It was a long walk, but eventually was back at my car, very happy I'd finally finished this cache and what a grand finale it was! TFTC GeoScrubers and a favourite point from me
Flash forward about 18 months and I stopped by waypoint 1 again with family. No time to crunch numbers nor visit waypoint 2, so I took a few photos to deal with later. At home on the computer, photo gallery and the cache page open I busted out some co-ords that put me in a very likely spot, which from streetview looked to be mere metres from where Mr. Junkie and I had visited earlier. With a little trickery I soon had co-ords for waypoint 3 saved away.
I don't know how long ago that was, but today I finally found myself on the mountain in the late arvo and enough time to sort this one out - hopefully. I parked kinda closeish and toddled over towards the co-ords I had. It was here I got confused again. The information for the next waypoint didn't line up no matter how I tried. It took me an embarrassingly long time to realise I was a waypoint ahead of where I thought I was. Forehead slap. So I did the math and had the final waypoint in my GPSr.
I had never ventured into that part of the world, very historically significant, so decided to take the 2 feet and a heartbeat method. However, that would be a bad move as it transpired. I made my way in and my, what a beautiful area. I turned off the top of the hill, following the path down the stairs, level with some tree tops and moving along at a brisk pace. I decided I just had enough time before sunset to get back. Then my phone rang. Fearing losing reception if I moved too far and winding up in a lengthy chat, I lost about 45 minutes. Still just light I pushed on.
I came to one of the lookouts and lateness be damned, I was stopping to enjoy this place. Truly magnificent watching the creek tumble towards the earth, lit up by the afternoon rays. The bright green rainforest set ablaze by the firey last rays of light peeking over the faraway hills. What a sight to behold and what a magical place to be a part of as the day drew to an end here.
I left the platform and headed back into the dark forest there, boy it was dark in here. Those strange noises of nocturnal animals coming out to play filled the air as I continued along at my brisk pace. On the ascent I came into a little more light, still a vivdly wild orange shade shed across the landscape. I tripped a few times as I headed up and eventually, mercifully piled out of the dark forest near GZ.
This bit was easy, pushed a few branches aside for an easy find in the half-dark and signed what I hope is a legible version of my name in the book. I replaced as found and made the decision, rather than stumble and fumble my way through the forest, some areas with a vague track and many roots of the forest giants, I would take the less scenic, far longer but safer roads back to my car.
It was a long walk, but eventually was back at my car, very happy I'd finally finished this cache and what a grand finale it was! TFTC GeoScrubers and a favourite point from me
I started this a few weeks ago, but I was heading in the opposite direction. Back today to finish it off. Took the easy option and drove to all the WPs A lovely tour of Tamborine thanks
I had wanted to do this one a few weeks back but had overshot WP1 on my way to another cache so with Mr Gap in tow we did this one together
WP1 was a great place for a spot of lunch especially knowing from living up this way in the past how busy the other parks can get
Once the coordinates where plugged into the GPS, lunch finished and packed away we were off, an enjoyable walk to a place I had visited many years ago pre-caching
TFTC
WP1 was a great place for a spot of lunch especially knowing from living up this way in the past how busy the other parks can get
Once the coordinates where plugged into the GPS, lunch finished and packed away we were off, an enjoyable walk to a place I had visited many years ago pre-caching
TFTC
This was one of the last Caches that Ms Wig and I did up on the mountain..... turns out, it would have been good to do as one of the first ones to do, as it takes you past sooooo many other caches up here.
We stopped for lunch at WP1 (Well, you don't want to rush things right?) and gathered the clues.
Off to WP2, and had a bit of a fail on this one, but managed to gather enough information for WP3.
WP3 was straight forward and decided to drive to GZ as it was too late to start the walk by now... another day though!!
Found the cache quickly and in good condition!!
Thanks GeoScrubers for all the interesting locations!!
We stopped for lunch at WP1 (Well, you don't want to rush things right?) and gathered the clues.
Off to WP2, and had a bit of a fail on this one, but managed to gather enough information for WP3.
WP3 was straight forward and decided to drive to GZ as it was too late to start the walk by now... another day though!!
Found the cache quickly and in good condition!!
Thanks GeoScrubers for all the interesting locations!!
Taken half the day to do the whole multi as we have been doing the traditionals along the way. The hang gliders are all going home due to the incoming storm. Tftc it is still in good order. Took collar, model car and casino chip. Left pathtag assorted army men, some magic beans and wild animals.
# 504 It's been another crap week at work, so Friday afternoon is a chance to unwind. I do, however, have a big day planned for tomorrow entitled "Operation Egg Rock" so just a few caches near where I'm staying and then a good nights sleep.
On a previous trip up the mountain, I found the co-ords from stage 1 and then spent half an hourlooking for the cache. This time, having read the discription properly and updated my phone to get all of the details, I realised that the co-ords were for locating more info for another set of co-ords, and then a third, and then a fourth.
Ended up back tracking to a number of locations that I had already visited today, but enjoyed the hunt anyway. Especially once I had the cache in hand.
SL TNLN TFTC
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On a previous trip up the mountain, I found the co-ords from stage 1 and then spent half an hourlooking for the cache. This time, having read the discription properly and updated my phone to get all of the details, I realised that the co-ords were for locating more info for another set of co-ords, and then a third, and then a fourth.
Ended up back tracking to a number of locations that I had already visited today, but enjoyed the hunt anyway. Especially once I had the cache in hand.
SL TNLN TFTC
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Up at Tamborine. While my geospouse has to work, I get to play
I was at a nearby cache so decided to have a bash at this one before heading back. Finding the WP's was straightforward, and I visited several interesting spots. A bit of math had to happen, but it wasn't too taxing. Eventually I got to the point of creating my GZ, but it was miles away, so I figured it wasn't worth pursuing any further today. I headed back to our arranged meeting point, and with a few spare moments had another look at GZ. I noticed a silly error, which brought it much closer to where I was, so headed back out for another shot, but it was extremely close to the front fences of some houses, and I still didn't find the cache. A 3rd look at the data showed up a 2nd silly error, and my new GZ was only 100 metres away, in a much more appropriate spot, so I headed over, and quickly made the find. Woohoo! Very glad to make this a smiley. TFTC, GeoScrubers.
I was at a nearby cache so decided to have a bash at this one before heading back. Finding the WP's was straightforward, and I visited several interesting spots. A bit of math had to happen, but it wasn't too taxing. Eventually I got to the point of creating my GZ, but it was miles away, so I figured it wasn't worth pursuing any further today. I headed back to our arranged meeting point, and with a few spare moments had another look at GZ. I noticed a silly error, which brought it much closer to where I was, so headed back out for another shot, but it was extremely close to the front fences of some houses, and I still didn't find the cache. A 3rd look at the data showed up a 2nd silly error, and my new GZ was only 100 metres away, in a much more appropriate spot, so I headed over, and quickly made the find. Woohoo! Very glad to make this a smiley. TFTC, GeoScrubers.
I had started this multi with Radnoski many moons ago - but we got "sidetracked" on that particular day. As Radnsoki had finished it already, it was my turn.
Collecting the clues was easy enough. My GPSr stored the information from the cache page in such a way that it was all very apparent. I finally got a good set of co-ords. Fate, it would seem, saved me this time - and I was able to locate the cache quite easily today. It is in good condition (the black pastic bag it is store in has seen better day ).
A very happy lad to cross this multi off the list. A great little tour of the area. TFTC GeoScrubers
Collecting the clues was easy enough. My GPSr stored the information from the cache page in such a way that it was all very apparent. I finally got a good set of co-ords. Fate, it would seem, saved me this time - and I was able to locate the cache quite easily today. It is in good condition (the black pastic bag it is store in has seen better day ).
A very happy lad to cross this multi off the list. A great little tour of the area. TFTC GeoScrubers
Hey, great job on this multi, ‘GeoScrubers’ [^]. Nothing nasty, just a good old run-around, collecting data and doing a bit of arithmetic. Managed to get rained on, have a nice lunch and find a couple of other caches while doing this one . Arrived at GZ and poked around a in the wrong places for a while, but finally had the goods in hand. TN/LN/SL and set about removing the leeches. That’s what I get for going into a rainforest after rain .
Arrived at first way point, parked the car, kitted ourselves out for a walk, then read the description and realised this wasn't the spot. oops!
A drop in at WP2 quickly sent us on our way to WP3 and our walk. Was a beautiful day for a walk with not too many other walkers disturbing the forest. Walked the the full distance to the Final and back (about 6.3km) Cache was all safe and well but the log was a little damp. Signed the log to claim find #400. Yeah!!!
Thanks for a great cache really enjoyed the walk. TFTC TNLN
A drop in at WP2 quickly sent us on our way to WP3 and our walk. Was a beautiful day for a walk with not too many other walkers disturbing the forest. Walked the the full distance to the Final and back (about 6.3km) Cache was all safe and well but the log was a little damp. Signed the log to claim find #400. Yeah!!!
Thanks for a great cache really enjoyed the walk. TFTC TNLN
After driving past that chest a few times, finally had a sunny day off to amble through this cache. Clues all fell into place and after a tourist run about the mount cache was in hand. T B, L lucky chip. TFTC.
Quite a while back Fangsoki and I started this Multi and then got distracted by all of the other smileys on the mountain and never finished it.
I gave it another go a few weeks ago and forgot to get the details of the "hidden waypoints" to help me get to the 3rd and final waypoint. After managing to photograph the correct sign on my last visit, I knew where I had to go to get the final clue for the final GZ.
I drove up to a familiar spot today (a bush walk we have done many times) and got the relevant info for the final. While writing down the info some Brisvegan muggles asked me for some directions on how to get back to where they parked. I pointed them in the right direction via the road but soon realised that I was also going the same way.
Part of the track appears to be closed at the moment so I drove to the final GZ and picked up the muggles on the way and delivered them to their car.
"What are you up to?" one bloke asked.
"Geocaching" I said and briefly explained it to them.
They wrote down the word "geocaching" and said they would check it out to help them find some interesting spots to visit.
Thanks for the cache GeoScrubers. This would be a great cache for people to plan a day around. There are a few good walks at the waypoints and a few caches to find along the way.
I dropped off a "Minnie on the Run" travel bug.
While signing the log one of those pesky cache stalking ninjas (CSN) jumped on in.
This entry was edited by radnoski on Monday, 28 March 2011 at 02:22:43 UTC.
I gave it another go a few weeks ago and forgot to get the details of the "hidden waypoints" to help me get to the 3rd and final waypoint. After managing to photograph the correct sign on my last visit, I knew where I had to go to get the final clue for the final GZ.
I drove up to a familiar spot today (a bush walk we have done many times) and got the relevant info for the final. While writing down the info some Brisvegan muggles asked me for some directions on how to get back to where they parked. I pointed them in the right direction via the road but soon realised that I was also going the same way.
Part of the track appears to be closed at the moment so I drove to the final GZ and picked up the muggles on the way and delivered them to their car.
"What are you up to?" one bloke asked.
"Geocaching" I said and briefly explained it to them.
They wrote down the word "geocaching" and said they would check it out to help them find some interesting spots to visit.
Thanks for the cache GeoScrubers. This would be a great cache for people to plan a day around. There are a few good walks at the waypoints and a few caches to find along the way.
I dropped off a "Minnie on the Run" travel bug.
While signing the log one of those pesky cache stalking ninjas (CSN) jumped on in.
This entry was edited by radnoski on Monday, 28 March 2011 at 02:22:43 UTC.
A great multi. Took us to some really lovely spots and very well set up. Unfortunately we didn't do the walks or explore the area much today due to the horrible weather. Took TB. Thanks GeoScrubers
Found first waypoint then the weather turned nasty. Had to give up on the qnd waypoint. very disappointed.
Wow! What a really enjoyable multi. This has to be my favourite cache so far. Found some great locations along the way that we'll definitely come back and spend more time at. Left Alexander (Lego man) TB TFTC Fantastic!
Started this cache a while back, but was distracted by numerous others in the area. But back today to clean up the last of the caches on the Mt. Thanks Geo Scrubers nice cache
Found on a lovely walk with Spirited Vacachener. We saw some interesting things on our walk back to the car, and even a few of the locals ... (see photo); and I especially loved the chance to share a beautiful mountain sunset with a great friend (see other photo).
It is a shame that it has been nearly a year since this was found - I am certain those that decide not to do this multi are missing out on seeing a wonderful part of the Gold Coast Hinterland (or have they just not been logging their visits on here?).
TN/LN/SL
TFTC
[This entry was edited by SneakyKiwi on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 2:12:29 AM.]
It is a shame that it has been nearly a year since this was found - I am certain those that decide not to do this multi are missing out on seeing a wonderful part of the Gold Coast Hinterland (or have they just not been logging their visits on here?).
TN/LN/SL
TFTC
[This entry was edited by SneakyKiwi on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 2:12:29 AM.]
Very much enjoyed this multi with SneakyKiwi. There is currently some council signage up that made us think we might not be able to access the final stage, but we went for a walk anyway and found that the cache is still completely accessible in the usual manner.
Really enjoyed the walk to and from this one, and then made it back in time to lie on a picnic rug and soak up an incredible sunset looking out over the mountains. Such a beautiful place!
Wonderful big cache too.
Many thanks.
Really enjoyed the walk to and from this one, and then made it back in time to lie on a picnic rug and soak up an incredible sunset looking out over the mountains. Such a beautiful place!
Wonderful big cache too.
Many thanks.
Just Travelling travelled all over the mountain. I had fun as I had no map only the base map in my hand held Legend so trying to find my way from WP to the next let me see a lot more of this area than I should have but made it that much more interesting. Have only been in this area once before and it really is amazing, will have to go back and spend a weekend exploring more.
Thanks for the hunt and the chance to see this beautiful place.
Shirley
Thanks for the hunt and the chance to see this beautiful place.
Shirley
Found whilst caching with Mr & Mrs Dannza. They had previously done this one and recommended it. TN left Blue Mr Happy. TFTC
This one was about 100mts from our accommodation for the week. Great hunt for the clues. Drove to the last way point. Easy find. We were almost sprung signing log by a group of scouts. Then i was worried are they looking for it too??? But no they just posed for pictures and went on their way. TNLN We then took the walk to the falls. Fantastic walk. Thanks
We first attempted this one some weeks ago but when we got to WP2 we discovered we didn't have the clues for the remaining WPs on the GPS so we had to leave it. Returned today to complete the job. Which we did after too-ing and fro-ing around the mountain. Nice multi -we enjoyed it and are pleased to tick this one off finally.
TFTC. TNLN.
TFTC. TNLN.
After we tracked across the mountain following the great clues, we finally found this one. This was a first multi cahce for us and very enjoyable. Took TB left frog. TFTC
aaarrgh!
had great fun ridin' me trusty iron horse around tis' mornin'
and found two spots on ye' mountain i did'nt know about!
thankin' ye'
had great fun ridin' me trusty iron horse around tis' mornin'
and found two spots on ye' mountain i did'nt know about!
thankin' ye'
Geocaching with MrsAngerManagement and Mrs HappyHarries today. Puzzle was quickly solved and cache located.
Thanks for the hunt.
Ksix
Thanks for the hunt.
Ksix
Out today on a caching adventure with Mrs AM and Mrs K6 no troubles with this little maze TFTC.
National Parks have been out and updated their signs -which is good, exept when you used the old info for trying to find waypoints . All clues updated now, good to go
Hmmm. last 2 logs indicate a possible problem with the co ordinates. I'll keep it active as the cache was still found and investigate what the problem is..
Found this after having to guess 2nd waypoint. Still fun and enjoyed the large cache choices
After much confusion with the coordinates and just guessing we finally found the final location. 12.55pm with our friends Kate and Jon we put in a handmade origami spinning top and took out some magnet toys.
We did this one after all the other traditionals in the area. In hindsight, we should have started with this one as we found we were backtracking over all the places we had previously visited . When the final location was revealed, we elected to drive to it. Found easily but made no swaps. Cheers
Found on Saturday by 2/3 of Seizer while the other 1/3 was off doing a trail run nearby. As one of the 2/3 is a geohound we had to take the driving option to the final waypoint where - as you said - the trees managed to confuse things for a while.
But eventually we won out.
Took SmellyNelly TB as we're off to Sydney tomorrow, left pair of singing magnets
TFTC
Seizer
But eventually we won out.
Took SmellyNelly TB as we're off to Sydney tomorrow, left pair of singing magnets
TFTC
Seizer
A lot of fun following the clues - thanks. Took 2 stone marbles. Left RSPCA keyring. Lots of muggles around.
Found at 3:50pm. This one gave us an enjoyable tour of the Mt Tamborine area, despite dodging the showers and getting a bit wet along the way.
took nothing
left TB jellybellynellysmellykelly
thanks Geoscrubers
took nothing
left TB jellybellynellysmellykelly
thanks Geoscrubers
Had a great time finding this one with the benchdog family. Just found it before dark but didn't have time to do the walk. Will return another day for a more scenic stroll. The cache was a little damp but the log book was o.k.
TFTC
TFTC
Well we certainly went round the mountain a few times to get this one. I have been to Mt Tambourine many times and thought I knew it well but I discovered a couple of new places that I have never been to before. Unfortunately we didn't have time to explore as we had to pick little miss up from her camp at 3pm.(Also had to have time to get fudge from the gallery walk!!!)
Thanks for the cache. Took TB's.
Thanks for the cache. Took TB's.
Popped in to drop off a couple of TB's and Parasite No 1. Everything in good condition
I had an amazing tour of Tamborine
Began to get dizzy in fact towards the end [:o)]
There were a few puzzling moments at waypoint 2 as the cache notes seemed to end there and I couldn't find anything hidden there to guide me further [:o]
Oh I thought as I scrolled further down and saw the sneakily hidden clues hiding in the waypoint list
The cache was found easily thanks to the clues, even though it is very well hidden
I can see by the geotrails everywhere that others have not had it so easy though...
TFTC took a dinosaur and left a couple of big stone marbles.
PS: The goat track is still closed
Began to get dizzy in fact towards the end [:o)]
There were a few puzzling moments at waypoint 2 as the cache notes seemed to end there and I couldn't find anything hidden there to guide me further [:o]
Oh I thought as I scrolled further down and saw the sneakily hidden clues hiding in the waypoint list
The cache was found easily thanks to the clues, even though it is very well hidden
I can see by the geotrails everywhere that others have not had it so easy though...
TFTC took a dinosaur and left a couple of big stone marbles.
PS: The goat track is still closed
Great cache. I had never been to the Mt Tamborine area before, so I liked the way the interim waypoints keep routing me back and forth across the mountain....we even bought some AVOs that were on sale.
Took super glue (I actually need some) left some Mardi Gras Beeds that we got in Las Vegas at the Rio hotel.
Took super glue (I actually need some) left some Mardi Gras Beeds that we got in Las Vegas at the Rio hotel.
Believe it or not but this cache took us 5 months to complete. We were half way through it when we were "called" away and it has taken us 5 months before we could come back to complete it. Strange, considering we only live 20 minutes away. Anyway, all good things must eventually come to an end.
Took: Cars Cards and shell
Left: 3-d Cards and Ball Yo YO
Thanks GeoScrubers for the cache.
Took: Cars Cards and shell
Left: 3-d Cards and Ball Yo YO
Thanks GeoScrubers for the cache.
Great multi! Very interesting drive around the mountain. Easy find at the end, a little too easy, we put a bit of extra cover over it. Took mouldy toothpicks, left a silica gel sachet. All other contents seem fine.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Great fun doing this multi with zactyl. It was 4 of 7 for us today and as mentioned was easily found so we covered it slightly better when we left.
Out:MBGC
TFTC
Cannibal Smurf
Out:MBGC
TFTC
Cannibal Smurf
Wow some incredible views of the Coast from a few of the locations you were taken too. I thought it was all for nothing going to the first way point because the road was closed. 700 metres to go. Arhhhh. But there is a side road which lead me straight to the first WP. Lucky. The walking track was closed to the falls but drove past the lift off point for the hang gliders this day. Looked to the sky afterwards and saw at least 10 gliders in the sky. Found the cashe easily. TNLN
... enjoyed this one in the company of Ozcruiser. All the clues and locations fell into place nice and easily.
While Ozcruiser grabbed the TB, I left a Moun10bike Coin.
Mountain Bike for a Mountain Maze - seamed appropriate.
TFTC
While Ozcruiser grabbed the TB, I left a Moun10bike Coin.
Mountain Bike for a Mountain Maze - seamed appropriate.
TFTC
Another found while visiting the Gold Coast. Really enjoyed the views you could get in these areas and the hunt for each clue was fun as well.
In - Cars Trading Cards
Out - Nelly the TB
TFTC
In - Cars Trading Cards
Out - Nelly the TB
TFTC
Another good one by the GeoScrubers to finish of our good day. The co-ords were excellent as were the questions. Enjoyed the trip around the mountain.
Found this cache fairly easily (I'd read the hint)
Left a purple dinosaur (from my first geocache find earlier in the day) and took an emergency blanket.
My girlfriend found a leech on my shirt just as I was about to rehide the cache!
Left a purple dinosaur (from my first geocache find earlier in the day) and took an emergency blanket.
My girlfriend found a leech on my shirt just as I was about to rehide the cache!
Great cache in an awesome area, unfortunately it poured with rain for most of the day. The cache was dry and in good condition with lots of great goodies inside. Took glowing bracelet and left bottle/can opener. SLTFTC
Found the first three stages last weekend but ran out of daylight and found myself becoming entangled in spiders' webs and undergrowth trying to find the cache in the dark. Returned in daylight and had little trouble finding the cache. Thanks for a great tour of places I might never have visited. TNLN - logged visit.
10:30am Gotcha this has been a very enjoyable around the mountain maze , looked in the wrong plaace to start with . thanks very much for a great hunt. Took scoobies and left screwdriver. SL
mitasol & family.
mitasol & family.