Glenview G.S. Wollomombi, New South Wales, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 12-Mar-12. Waypoint TP6204
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S30° 33.212' E152° 4.583' (WGS 84) |
| 56J 411415E 6619513N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 1060 m |
| Local Government Area: | Armidale |
/152.076383,-30.553533,14/400x200?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiY2F1Z2h0YXR3b3JrIiwiYSI6ImNqa2l4ZzNzMDE5bjgzdm1sZGpuODF1Mm0ifQ.q8YMzVyzDJJlJHHV8EMjwQ)
Description
A Trig Point is a virtual cache which requires a cacher to locate the Trigonometric Station at GZ and to photograph it.
Official Code: TS6374
Official Name: Glenview
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. This was sourced from SIX Maps NSW, and checked out by Grahame Cookie.
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.
Access: This is just up from the dirt Kempsey Road, with potentially the property owner living directly opposite - nobody at home 23 July, 2017.
[Changing from Archived/Destroyed "Colliery" TS1538 @ S33° 28.638 E150° 10.488 to an achievable trig
Hints
Trg bhg bs gur pne, naq tb naq cubgbtencu vg |
|
Decode |
Logs
We got a bit worried by the road closed sign, but turns out that doesn't really kick in for another 22km so off we set.
We spotted the trig from the road, and pulled up to a locked gate. Being that it was close to sundown we decided to follow the hint to the letter rather in spirit. To wit, Dad got out of the car, climbed on the roof and got a photo.
With a trig find, a cache find and a sleeping child, we declared the drive a success and headed back to camp.
"CENTRAL MAPPING AUTHORITY
GEODETIC STATION
GLENVIEW"
Found at 100, Sunday, 23 July, 2017, before heading on to Wollomombi and then to Guyra for Waymark hunting.
