Mafia Challenge:
Well Rounded Cache Owner
The Memfis Mafia loves to cache but we also love to create caches. We especially appreciate creating different types of caches. We are a family of four and we don't always agree on which type is the best so we go for and hide all of them.
This cache is at the listed coordinates but there are some criteria you will have to meet before claiming this as a find. The qualification for this cache is simple to explain but much harder to achieve. To qualify for this cache you must hide/create at least one of each of the thirteen types of caches allowed by Opencaching. You can sign the log for the challenge at any time but you must meet the listed criteria to claim it as a find. To show that you are qualified please list each cache type that you have hidden/created in your log. The cleanest method would be to list them like this:
Traditional OU07E9 - Gobble Gobble
Webcam OU0806 - Statue of Liberty Webcam
Event OU07EC - Manitou Hike
BIT cache OU082A - Memfis Mafia's trackable carrier
Guest Book OU0828 - Long's Peak Summit Register
Unknown OU0818 - Mafia Challenge: Well Rounded Cacher
... and so on until you have listed all 13
Feel free to add hyperlinks as well. This will make it easy for other to go check out your work. It is perfectly acceptable if some of the caches have been archived, especially events. If you have not already qualified for this challenge maybe you will now be inspired to get and and create something great.
Each cache has its type defined.
Traditional |
This is the original cache type consisting, at a bare minimum, a container and a log book. Normally you'll find a Tupperware container, ammo box, or bucket filled with goodies, or smaller container ("micro cache") too small to contain items except for a log book. The coordinates listed on the traditional cache page is the exact location for the cache. |
Multicache |
A multi-cache ("multiple") involves two or more locations, the final location being a physical container. There are many variations, but most multi-caches have a hint to find the second cache, and the second cache has hints to the third, and so on. The coordinates indicate the location of the first stage cache only. An offset cache (where you go to a location and get hints to the actual cache) is considered a multi-cache. |
Quiz |
The catch-all of cache types, this form of cache can involve complicated puzzles you will first need to solve to determine the coordinates. The only commonality of this cache type is that the coordinates listed are not of the actual cache location but a related reference point, such as a nearby parking location. |
Moving |
A moving cache changes its location after each find. Everyone who found it, moves it to a new location and publishes the new coordinates in its log in the service. Log a note of your intent to hunt for it so others know you going after it. If you find it and take it, please log your find quickly. If possible leave an indicator like an "X" on the ground in its place to signal to a following geocacher that it's gone. When you rehide it, please conceal it well and make sure your coordinates are accurate. When you post that you have rehidden it, please include the new coordinates and new difficulty/terrain rating. When you report the new location, please make a new entry (Post a Note) so owner cache receive an email message to alert of the new position. |
Virtual |
A virtual cache is a cache that exists in a form of a location only. The reward for these caches is the location itself and sharing information about your visit. In order to log a find, you need to convince the cache owner you've been at the spot indicated. This is often achieved by locating a password found at the site or by submitting a photo with your log. |
Webcam |
These are caches that use existing web cameras. The idea is to get yourself in front of the camera to log your visit. The challenging part, however, is that you need to call a friend to look up the web site that displays the camera shot. You will need to have them to save the picture to log the cache. If you are a tech-head you could use your wireless modem and save the image yourself on your laptop. |
Event |
Occasionally, local geocachers and geocaching organizations designate a time and location to meet and discuss geocaching. After the event the caches of this type are archived. The coordinates indicate the location of the event. Event listings should allow a minimum of 7 days advance notice. |
MP3 (Podcast) Cache |
A PodCast cache is a geeky / techy fun “game” of treasure hiding and finding. Small containers are hidden for you to find. Audio clues are recorded on an MP3 file that you can listen to with an MP3 player. Listen to the clues, follow the directions and find the “treasure chest”. When you find it, sign the enclosed log book to document your success!!! |
Guest Book |
The Guest Book cache is a cache that shows the location of an existing guest book (or you can create a new one). The guest book should be open to the public so visitors can sign it. To log the cache, the guest book should be signed then record it here! See the Wiki article. |
Unknown |
All other caches, which do not fit to any category described above. This category also includes Challenge Caches. |
Dead Drop |
The Dead Drop cache is a cache that is contained on a USB thumb drive. The USB drive is usually embedded into a wall to prevent theft. To log the cache, the user accesses the drive via a laptop and adds his/her name to the log text file contained on the USB drive. Your find is then recorded on this site. See the Wiki article. |
BIT CacheTM |
This is a playing card type paperless cache. Each game piece has a serial number on it and this is also the password needed to log the find. See www.BITcaching.com |
Letterbox |
The Letterbox is usually a multi cache type where the initial stage provides clues or directions in various formats for the seeker to follow to the final container. The final container includes a log book and rubber stamp for logging. Many letterboxers have their own signature stamp. See www.Letterboxing.org. |
Challenge |
These are OCNA owned virtual caches where if the cacher has met the requirements for the cache they may be logged on the site. Individual caches require that the cacher meet some sort of goal or task such as finding a specified number of caches. These can be found on the Map of Caches in the Gulf of Mexico forming Geoart. |
* The Challenge cache type is owned by OCNA as per the OCNA cache parameters page. You do not have to get that one, obviously.