Brunswick-Devine Lookout, Ocean Shores, NSW Ocean Shores, New South Wales, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 19-Sep-09. Waypoint TP4946
Cache Details
Difficulty: | |
Terrain: | |
Type: | TrigPoint |
Container: | Other |
Coordinates: | S28° 31.493' E153° 32.289' (WGS 84) |
56J 552654E 6844533N (UTM) | |
Elevation: | 74 m |
Local Government Area: | Byron |
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.
Logs
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Great views and even a seat to sit on while you admire them.
Thanks.
Out and about caching around Byron Bay with Tassie Trekkers and this was another trig we stopped to photograph. The required photo has been added to the gallery. TFTT
Caching in the area with whitewebbs and this was one of the trigs we found. Beautiful view - an easy to access trig.
Many thanks Geocaching Australia for publishing this cache and adding to our geocaching experience.
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No problems spotting this one and the views were fantastic. Certainly well worth the detour off the main highway to grab a photo.
Thanks for yet another trig...
Then back near the car is a BBQ, and an 'Orientation Plate'. Quite a good list of finds.
So, a concrete pedestal, with a nameplate. Great
This is a special Trig Point as is one of the 79 geodetic stations that make up the Australian National Network. See here for more info: http://www.ga.gov.au/earth-monitoring/geodesy/geodetic-datums/GDA/ANN.html