The Central Texas GPS Open Event Cache

On 10/10/10, come on out to the back yard of
	The Good Luck Grill
to test your skill and your luck at the very first...

Central Texas GPS Open

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SO JUST WHAT IS THIS?

The GPS Open is a game that we are ripping off from the Shop99er events (they are SQ's brother and sis-in-law) in the Bremerton/Port Orchard area of Washington.  They do 1 or 2 of these each year and they've proven to be very popular and a lot of fun.  The game itself is the brainchild of that venerable cacher of The Great Northwet, W7WT.

The game pits you and your GPS-reading skills, along with a dose of good old-fashioned luck, against yourself, other cachers, and SQ's ground zero placement.  Don't be afraid if you're a newbie.   You'd be surprised at how some of the "experts" fare in this game!  So grab your GPS (or borrow one if you have to) and come on out to play, eat, socialize, and have a great time!

HOW DOES IT WORK?

It’s easy and fun!

Just bring a GPS and a suitable entry fee prize (explained below) for each person that is going to play.  No entry fee prize is required just to attend the event.

At registration we will get your name and your entry fee prize.  You will receive coordinates and a numbered flag and you will be directed to the game field.

If you want to register and drop off your entry fee prize but you don't want to play yet, that's fine. We will take your info and fee prize and give you a ticket with your number on it so you can get your flag later when you're ready to get your game on.  I know.  Why a ticket?  Well, to be honest, we are terrible at remembering names.  It's nothing personal.

The coordinates will lead you into the area where ground zero has been pre-located.  Using only your GPS and your keen geocaching instincts, stick the numbered flag we gave you into the ground where you think ground zero is.

When the game is over, our crack(ed) crew will measure and record your distance to the actual ground zero.  When that's all done we'll call names, in order from closest to furthest from ground zero, of everyone who played.  As their names are called, contestants will come and select a prize from the prize table.  Everyone who plays WINS!

SCHEDULE:

This event will take place rain or shine!  So check the weather and come appropriately and adequately prepared!

Score announcements and prize selection will take place as soon as the measuring is completed, scores are ranked, and the crew can get their collective act together.

RULES:

1. 1 entry fee prize (it's still below) is required for each person for each attempt. If 1 person wants to play twice, that's 2 prizes. If 3 people in a family want to play, that's 3 prizes.
2. Once you place your flag, you must leave the playing field immediately.
3. Children 12 years or older may compete if accompanied by an adult.
4. Contestants must be present to claim their prize.
5. Taunting and trash-talking (in a family-friendly manner) is not required but is encouraged.
6. No non-competing folks are allowed on the game field while the game is in progress and no one but game crew are allowed during measuring.
7. Semper Questio is the final authority on all game-related questions.

CHILDREN:

Kids are welcome to the event, but for this inaugural game, no children under the age of 12 can compete or be allowed on the playing field while the game is in progress.  It's not that we don't like your kids, but putting this on is new for us, too, so we're keeping it simple this time.

PETS:

Sorry, no pets at this one, please.  Nuttin' against pets, this just isn't the venue for them.

GUIDELINES FOR ENTRY FEE PRIZES:

The ‘entry fee’ should be a caching related item that you would be happy to take home.

If you would use it while caching, or after caching, it will probably be suitable.

Examples of suitable ‘entry fees’ would include, but would not be limited to, unactivated geocoins and travel bug tags, pathtags, first-aid kits, fanny packs, flash lights, headlamps, hiking sticks, drink bottles, cache containers, camo tape, etc.  All items must be in new condition.  Please don’t bring used items, McToys, or dollar store items.  The only exception to the NO USED rule would be an ammo can.

The registrars will have final say on whether your ‘entry fee’ item is satisfactory.

If you have questions about what is acceptable, please ask.

DO WE HAVE TO PLAY?

Of course not!

This event is open to everyone. If you just want to come by and hang out with friends, that's fine. We'd love to see you!