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For the good of the caching community and those seeking your cache, consider the following prior to placing a cache. == General == * Read the [[Terms of Use]] for Opencaching.US. * Respect all local laws and property rights. * Seek permission to place the cache from the property owner/land manager. * Do not dig, disassemble, or destroy property when placing or seeking a cache. * Do not hide a cache where the location or the container will raise suspicion with people in the area or law enforcement. * Use a clear container when possible and always mark the container as a geocache. == Forbidden sites for cache placement == Do '''not''' place a cache near: * Elementary or Secondary Schools * Railroad tracks * Government buildings * Military installations * Ecologically protected areas * Any place that has a policy against caches == Quality == '''Keep in mind that your hide may become someone's first geocache find.''' * What impression of the hobby will they have after finding your cache? * Will they likely want to search for another one? ''' Consider the location prior to placing and listing the cache.''' * Would you want to bring a friend to this spot? * Is this spot appropriate for the additional traffic (people & vehicles) that this cache could potentially bring to the area. '''Consider the container you intend to use.''' * Is it waterproof or will the contents, including paper log, get wet? * Will the container be able to withstand being exposed to the elements for an extended period of time? Some examples of '''poor''' containers are: ** ''Plastic bags'' used as the actual cache, because it breaks down quickly. (Inside a sturdy container they are great!) ** ''Glass jars'', because they can shatter and injure someone. ** ''Candy tins'', because they rust very quickly. ** Ammo cans that still bear ''military markings'', because they look dangerous to the average person. '''Perform regular cache maintenance''' * Periodically check the container, contents, and logbook. Replace or repair items as necessary. * If the area is developing 'geo-trails' from people seeking the cache, consider moving or archiving the cache.

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