Serpentine lookout ST1123 Southwest, Tasmania, Australia
By
AlbyDangles on 17-Apr-17. Waypoint TP7611
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S42° 46.995' E146° 1.911' (WGS 84) |
| 55G 420810E 5262800N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 370 m |
| Local Government Area: | Derwent Valley |
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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: A nice easy drive by
Logs
In all, most caches were in fair condition - somer of the logs were a little damp but could still easily sign them. Most of the coords were a little out but I put that down to my old GPSr. There were some interesting containers, very interesting places and a varied access to get to them.
I met a few muggles that had heard of caching, a couple that have done it and another couple that found one accidently.
Some great views were found and a couple of good camping spots as well, so I'll be back when I have some more time. When I do come back, hopefully the water level in the lake will be down!
A great couple of days and a good turnout to the event made for an excellent weekend away.
Thanks to all the COs, Alby for hosting the event and to all that attended.
Now to get back to Bushy Park with about 1/8 tank of fuel...
I did say if we were coming all this way then I wanted to go through to Gordon Dam as well, so we did!
After a (rhymes with) pit stop in Maydena we didn't stop again until we got to Red Knoll , figuring we can pick up the other couple of caches on the road on the way out - which we also did, and then headed for Gordon Dam.
This stop was high on the 'to do' list. I enjoyed the views and took quite a few photos before going to find the trig.
