Cache Placement Guidelines - Revision history

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‎General

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added to Help category

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‎Quality

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 == General ==
-* Read the [[Terms of Use]] for Opencaching.US.
+* Read the [[Terms of Use]] for Opencaching North America.
 * Respect all local laws and property rights.
 * Seek permission to place the cache from the property owner/land manager.

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	== Online Resources ==		== Online Resources ==
	* A site that is attempting to capture caching policies of land managers all over the U.S. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]		* A site that is attempting to capture caching policies of land managers all over the U.S. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]
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 * If the area is developing 'geo-trails' from people seeking the cache, consider moving or archiving the cache.
 == Online Resources ==
-* A site that is attempting to capture caching policies of land managers all over. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]
+* A site that is attempting to capture caching policies of land managers all over the U.S. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]

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 * If the area is developing 'geo-trails' from people seeking the cache, consider moving or archiving the cache.
 == Online Resources ==
-* This site attempts for capture caching policies of land managers all over. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]
+* A site that is attempting to capture caching policies of land managers all over. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]

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	* Periodically check the container, contents, and logbook. Replace or repair items as necessary.		* 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.		* If the area is developing 'geo-trails' from people seeking the cache, consider moving or archiving the cache.
		+	== Online Resources ==
		+	* This site attempts for capture caching policies of land managers all over. [http://www.geocachingpolicy.info GeocachingPolicy]

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 == Quality ==
-==== Keep in mind that your hide may become someone's first geocache find. ====
+'''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. ====
+''' 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. ====
+'''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:
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 ** ''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 ====
+'''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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	** ''Candy tins'', because they rust very quickly.		** ''Candy tins'', because they rust very quickly.
	** Ammo cans that still bear ''military markings'', because they look dangerous to the average person.		** 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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 * Use a clear container when possible and always mark the container as a geocache.
-== Off Limits Sites ==
+== Forbidden sites for cache placement ==
 Do '''not''' place a cache near:
 * Elementary or Secondary Schools

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 == Off Limits Sites ==
 Do '''not''' place a cache near:
-* Elementary and Secondary Schools
+* Elementary or Secondary Schools
 * Railroad tracks
 * Government buildings