White Rock Light ST780 Opossum Bay, Tasmania, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 23-Nov-09. Waypoint TP5250
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S42° 58.577' E147° 23.527' (WGS 84) |
| 55G 531973E 5241744N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 13 m |
| Local Government Area: | Clarence |
/147.392117,-42.976283,14/400x200?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.
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.
Additonal Information
Source: sirius Tas
Surcom: ST780
Logs
Thanks for the trig. Magic views.
Cheers,
The Hancock Clan
Walked up some tracks in the area and came out to the point.
for the photo, the view of the background cannot be missed.
As I was walking towards GZ, a vehicle approached and stopped, so we had a chat about the golf course that is being proposed to be built here. They took off for the gate, and I continued to the light. A short time later they came back and more chatting and a lift was offered, so I took it (even though it was only 400m) and we chatted some more about the burn off that happened recently and this and that....
Finally arrived at the light, took the requisite photos and I walked all the way back.
I just wish I had taken some photos the last time I was here and then I could have arm chaired it!
(Trig) 
little envious of the guy with the fishing rod out there but by the look of it he hadnt caught any fish so he wasnt worth taking out for his gear, bedsides he had two dogs that looked like they would rip you to shreds if you tried
lovely peaceful place to just stand and take in the views
I thought the 'Trig' was going to be the station that's nearby, so took a photo of that and was about to head off when I noticed that GZ was still another 100m away (and very close to the water), so I headed off into the super long grass and the actual 'Trig' popped up.
Ripper, but windy day - was able to angle it to get the light, water and Wellingon into the shot.
Thanks for the trig Sirius, made my trip all the better.
