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2009 Event DetailsThe second geocaching event in Fundy National Park gathered a record 165 (logbook signed) geocachers, making it the largest geocaching event in New Brunswick to date. With triple the expected numbers, the event organizers were partnered with the perfect weather in recent memory for opening weekend in Fundy National Park. The total distance to complete the 2009 series of geocaches was approximately 10km, taking up to 4 hours to complete. About 10% of the total participants were able to log all 5 during the event. A number of geocachers also took the opportunity to log some of the 2008 geocaches as there were still some 2008 geocoins available. Speaking of geocoins, the new 2009 geocoin was a trackable wood coin, etched locally. The 2009 geocoin was a 100% locally produced product better representing the National Park and the EcoIntegrity project better. While event organizers only planned on 60 participants, they were able to accommodate the large influx of geocachers. However the event was not 100% perfect as those who completed all 5 geocaches were not able to get their geocoin immediately since they were required to go to the visitor centre to get the geocoin, rather than at the event base. The visitor centre was closed by the time most got back from the trail. This was an unfortunate bit of planning that was not expected, so the event organizers took the completed 2009 passports and contact information where the geocoins would be mailed in order for them in order to resolve the matter. This along with other feedback is already being considered for next year's event. Geocaches Related to this partnership between ACGA and Fundy Naitonal Park are (to be published on the 16th): Please mark your attendance on Geocaching.com event listing page to assist planners. About the Event
Saturday May 16th 2009, from 12:00-5pm. Note that park entry fees are in effect since the event will be inside the park. Please refer to this LINK for fees. Note that the campgrounds will be open. Those who are staying over the weekend can reserve at Chignecto North. You can reserve online via Parks Canada website. The Event will introduce you to The Fundy National Park and Five new Caches developed to promote EcoIntegrity. The Walkabout groups are designed to introduce the newcomer to the sport of geocaching, the importance of leaving NO TRACE in the Fundy national Park, and safety in the woods. Come and enjoy a day of discoveries and activities Cet événement se veut une introduction au Parc National Fundy ainsi qu'aux cinq nouvelles géocaches placées pour promouvoir ÉcoIntégrité. Les groupes de randonnée introduiront le néophyte au sport du géocaching, à l'importance de ne pas laisser de trace (Sans Trace) dans le Parc Fundy), ainsi qu'aux rudiments sécurité dans le bois. Venez participer a une journée remplie de découvertes et d'activités. |
