McCarr Ku-Ring-Gai Chase, New South Wales, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 07-May-11. Waypoint TP5784

McCarr TS3015

Official name of this Trig Station as per NSW Department of Lands is: McCarr.

Serial number is: TS3015.

Last inspected on: October 10, 1978.

Elevation is: 196 meters.

Constructed: 1882.

A Trig Point is a virtual cache which requires a cacher to locate the Trigonometric Station at GZ.

A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the center point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself.

Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to access.

These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps.

This trig was originally contructed by Tom Swannell and his team in 1882. To find out more about the history of this trig see "Guide to the Historic Trigonometrical Stations of Sydney's North" by Tony Dawson, available for loan from Forestville Library (www.wls.nsw.gov.au) or purchase from Deerubbin Press (www.deerubbinpress.com.au). 

To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.

The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies.

Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on 'Log this Cache' and placing an 'Archived' log on the Geocaching Australia website.

If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty/terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated.