Mount Richmond Mt Richmond, Victoria, Australia
By
bucketeer on 01-Sep-09. Waypoint TP2154
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S38° 16.052' E141° 25.080' (WGS 84) |
| 54H 536565E 5764418N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 225 m |
| Local Government Area: | Glenelg |
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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.
Addtional Information
Source: Geoscience Australia
Type: Horizontal Control Point
Elevation: 224.69
PID: 2947183
Other Information: Geoscience Australia
Logs
Today we explored Portland and surrounds using geocaching as our guide.
A trig right beside the road, can't get much easier than that.
The lookout itself doesn't have much of a view anymore, as the trees have grown up too high, but the other walks and the picnic area are well worth a visit.
