H.M.A.S. Albratross R.A.N. Air Station Area Nowra Hill, New South Wales, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 02-Sep-09. Waypoint TP3912
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S34° 56.224' E150° 34.304' (WGS 84) |
| 56H 278224E 6131243N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 192 m |
| Local Government Area: | Shoalhaven City |
/150.571733,-34.937067,14/400x200?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiY2F1Z2h0YXR3b3JrIiwiYSI6ImNqa2l4ZzNzMDE5bjgzdm1sZGpuODF1Mm0ifQ.q8YMzVyzDJJlJHHV8EMjwQ)
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: 196.62
PID: 2950492
Other Information: Geoscience Australia
Logs
A quick find here today
A quick find here today
The captain and I are just picking up a couple of gca caches on our way through.
Note: App pic load error. Pic lost.
Radar was spinning which was cool, but because of the private road this was as close as I could get.
Tftc ⚓️
Thanks
Grabbed this tricky Trig after finding the nearby GC cache. Great Views from up here !
TFTC !!
Nice bonus, excellent views. TFTC,
Roostaman.
Awesome view
Some beautiful views all around from up here...
TFTT and the bleeding seabird flavour.
Photo to come.
Albida
Cache Hunter: Zalgariath of Sydney
Supporting Officers: Richary & Spindoc Bob
ICD^ Location Number: 091010#17/25
Mission Status: SUCCESS
Hunt Time: Approach 5mins – GZ 1mins
Muggle Factor: 0 (Nil)
GAFF^^: 1 (Unassisted)
Report: After failing on the nearby GC cache it was great to get a smiley for the Trig as the views up here are awesome. Easy spot and nice short walk. Report Ends.
“ZAL” Medals Awarded to Geocaching Australia: “!!!!***”
GZ – (!)x4
Overall – (*)x3 (Worth Stopping)
^Improvised Caching Device, ^^Geocaching Assistance Find Factor
All on public grounds
Wilbert67
