GC2CHRT ROYIL (Unknown Cache) in Virginia, United States created by bernsa

This cache has been archived.

bernsa: Unfortunately I could not locate the cache and given three circumstances I shall describe in more detail below, I will not be refreshing this cache.

First, this last version had always been in my mind the third and final replacement. If the last form of this cache got muggled, then clearly it's a local land owner or someone else who is intentionally removing the cache. The location was carefully selected due to its relevance to the National Airspace System in that it was on a very specific line and as such relocating it is not something I'm interested in, and with someone purposely and knowingly removing the cache, I have decided to not fight that struggle any longer.

Second, the relevancy of ROYIL which has been a significant waypoint for local aviation has significantly changed in the past few years. RNAV (GPS based procedureS) have largely replaced the traditional procedures that this waypoint is based on and hardly any aviation traffic flies overhead any longer. As such, it's just not as interesting as it once had been.

Third, the companion cache of this (DYLIN) will be archived due to changes to new over burdened New Jersey DEP rules which I have chosen to not comply with (i.e. I plan to archive the existing cache rather than comply with their new permitting requirements and restrictions and frankly their threats). As such, I'm putting this "entire" series to rest now given the challenges with both locations. More had been planned, but those are now permanently shelved and likely to never be revisited by me.

I hope those who have experienced the cache, enjoyed their experience, and apologies to those who had to search for it with all the mugglings that have happened in the past, and those who took the time to solve the puzzle and never got to find the cache. With that said, the spots open, I don't recommend at this time that anyone place new caches in the area due to the locals.

I'm sad to archive this entire series, but I feel it's the best move all around. With this cache's archival, I no longer maintain any physical hides in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Thanks for visiting!

ROYIL (GC2CHRT) was active from July 31, 2010 to March 16, 2015 (4 years, 8 months, and 17 days).
In that time there were 11 finds, 8 DNFs, and 10 TBs that traveled through the cache. It had 0 Favorite Points at the time it was archived.

Congratulations to WanderingExplorer for the FTF!
Honorable mention to Serrabou for STF and Gaiter Man for TTF.

Thanks WVKiwi for the LTF.

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A cache by bernsa Message this owner

Hidden : 7/31/2010

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Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

This cache is not at the posted coordinates. You may find the posted coordinates may help you in reaching the cache, but I don't suggest you park or explore here.

This puzzle tests your ability to read STARs. I hope the puzzle isnt too much of a ROYIL pain.

To find ROYIL (the cache) you must first find ROYIL (the waypoint). The significance of ROYIL is how it relates to the regional transportation network. Once you learn the significance of ROYIL you must reference the stars to determine the final location of ROYIL (the cache).

Once you understand the significance of ROYIL you must make a projection and this will be the tricky part of this puzzle. To do the projection correctly you will need to understand how to interpret the information from the STAR. The projection you need to make will need to be in the direction from which things flow. Keep in mind that we use magnetic bearings in this field so you will need to take that into account. Most projection tools for caches only use True North projections. Variances can be found at facilities nearby including the one associated with ROYIL. Use only whole integer value for the variance and do not round. The second part of the projection is the distance. To calculate the distance you'll need in feet where the flowing things are supposed to be located when they reach ROYIL. Take that value and divide by A.BCDEF where:
A=The 2nd digit of the frequency you'd listen to for weather information
B=The 3rd digit of the frequency you'd listen to for weather information
C=Number of holding patterns on the STAR
D=Distance from LDN to SHNON
E=The 2nd digit of the frequency of the TRACON
F=Distance from ROYIL to KEWPY

Wikipedia and Google are your friends. Use them well.

Once you have calculated the projection, you'll have the coordinates for the cache. There's not a lot of room for parking, but most private vehicles can park within a few feet of the cache - not recommended for large trucks RVs or anything like that. If you're up for a nice country stroll you may park at my other cache nearby Watching Dulles Arrivals If you have a felt need to trade items, I recommend you use that nearby cache for all trades and trackable drops instead of this cache.

The hide has been changed as of February 2012 to be a hanging bison tube. This change from a regular to a micro was necessary as the cache has disappeared twice for as few finds as it has. Note that I have also increased the difficulty of the cache by 1/2 star at the time this change in container was made. There is no need to trespass on any nearby property. Note that the actual ROYIL waypoint (not the cache location) is on private property... do not proceed there but it can be useful for bearing purposes and general interest to see how this all comes together.

Congratulations to WanderingExplorer on the well earned FTF!

NOTE: You can check for both the Intermediate ROYIL Coordinates AND the FINAL coordinates

This cache is certified Northern Virginia!

The puzzle has a twist and a turn air crossing Yes you can get at it 24/7 But be extra careful and stealthy at night Im not saying there couldnt be Also possible And even likelier I suppose you could parachute? These may be unavoidable, but hopefully not too bad. Cache has slight camo Look for the STARs Look up its really NEAT! Watch for private property FTF PRIZE IS LEGO