Kalparrin Homestead Area Burdett, South Australia, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 02-Sep-09. Waypoint TP1741
Cache Details
Difficulty: | |
Terrain: | |
Type: | TrigPoint |
Container: | Other |
Coordinates: | S35° 3.697' E139° 22.401' (WGS 84) |
54H 351670E 6118914N (UTM) | |
Elevation: | 82 m |
Local Government Area: | The Murray Bridge |
Description
A Trig Point is a virtual cache which requires a cacher to locate the Trigonometric Station at GZ.
A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the center point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself.
Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to.
These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps.
To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.
The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies.
Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website.
If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated.
Addtional Information
Source: Geoscience Australia
Type: Horizontal Control Point
Elevation: 82.43
PID: 2949906
Other Information: Geoscience Australia
Logs
Many thanks for this one Geocaching Australia
Required pic added to the gallery.
Tassie Trekkers are now trackable we have published a Geocacher cache Travelling Trekkers GA10932 - so if you spot us in your area sign our log book and receive a code word to earn yourself a
This one just goes to show that in some places you don't need to get that much elevation to enjoy some great views ]^]
Cheers
TFTT
I joined up with Sol de Lune for the lead up to the Mega and the mega itself. Mega Day 1, which was a drive from the Barossa Valley to Murray Bridge via Mannum. Thanks.
TNLN
Albida
152m is good enough for a photo ....