Wireless Hill Trig (App2) Ardross, Western Australia, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 26-Dec-15. Waypoint TP7260
Cache Details
Difficulty: | |
Terrain: | |
Type: | TrigPoint |
Container: | Other |
Coordinates: | S32° 1.790' E115° 49.671' (WGS 84) |
50H 389316E 6455657N (UTM) | |
Elevation: | 41 m |
Local Government Area: | Melville |
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
A lovely area
A little bit of muggle action near the car park, the council had hi viz dudes picking up rubbish. I wandered around, and cleared the area of the indicated points
Fantastic day in this park, clear skies, magnificent views, and hardly anyone to annoy me.
Thanks from bringing me here
*Overall Experience: 3*
I have been here many times in the past and was pleased to come back during my short visit back to WA this week.
There were some muggles nearby but no one seemed to notice.
Found at above coordinates.
Location is marked as a trig point on the early topo maps.