WOW, SOME GREAT NEWS and even more exciting information for the second annual Victorian based MEGA!!!

Don’t forget, if you’re planning to come, log your “Will Attend” at GC65688

A Very Special Visitor
Accommodation
Merchandising
Geocoins and Pathtags
Sponsors

A Very Special Visitor

We will be hosting a very special guest this year, another 16 year geocaching veteran and lackey from Geocaching HQ, one could say he was the very first reviewer but we really can’t give anything away just yet so Mum’s the word, keep it quiet!
We look forward to a “Will Attend” log in the near future as we hastily rearrange our session schedule to squeeze in a “Meet the Man from HQ” question and answer type session.
All will be revealed as we finalise the details, watch this space…
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Accommodation

There are a couple of accommodation options for the event and you can find out more about these special packages at the Geocaching Melbourne Accommodation page and then book directly with the venues below.
YMCA – Anglesea Recreation Camp (the MEGA site)
Bookings are made directly with the Surf Coast Event venue, YMCA Anglesea Recreation Camp. They can be contacted directly on: 03 5263-1512.
There are lots of places left so please support this great venue.
Anglesea Beachfront Family Caravan Park
Bookings can be made directly with the Anglesea Beachfront Family Caravan Park.
They are offering all geocachers who use the code word “Geocache” when making their booking a special deal as detailed above.
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Merchandising – Polo Shirts

We now have an official uniform in the form of some new shirts for this years event. They come in a range of sizes and shapes to suit kids and male and females.
I have mine on order already, not giving away my size or shape though…
You can order yours too from Geostuff
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Geocoins and Pathtags

Yep, again we have collectibles available.
Don’t forget to pre-order your geocoins and pathtags now at the Geocaching Melbourne Coins & Pathtags page to be sure you get yours, they will be in very limited supply at the event.
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Sponsors

As always, we’d like to thank our awesome sponsors, who have helped us put this whole thing together.

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Well, here we are again for another update for the second annual Victorian based MEGA!!!
It has been a while since our last update but everyone has been hard at work behind the scenes to make sure things are on track…

Don’t forget to log your “Will Attend” at GC65688

Accommodation
Coins and Pathtags
Official The Surf Coast 2016 Event merchandise
Sponsors

Accommodation

YMCA – Anglesea Recreation Camp (the MEGA site)

Remember you can book on site too.  Bookings are made directly with the Surf Coast Event venue, YMCA Anglesea Recreation Camp.
They can be contacted directly on: 03 5263-1512

There are 150 beds available for $35 per person per night and this includes a continental breakfast. There are various configurations from:

• rooms for 2, 4 or 6 people, with ensuite,
• rooms for 2, 4 or 6 people with shared facilities,
• Single rooms can also be booked.

There are lots of places left so please support this great venue.

Anglesea Beachfront Family Caravan Park

We have been able to secure a special deal with the Anglesea Beachfront Family Caravan Park!
They are offering all geocachers who use the code word “Geocache” when making their booking the following.

• 10% discount,
• Free Late checkout until 11am in Cabins (can stay in the park) or 6pm checkout for sites,
• Free spa token,
• 2 free coffees or 2 slushies.

This is for all bookings between the 1^st June and the 17^th November 2016 but does exclude the Melbourne Cup weekend and the Victorian School holidays.
This is great news!! Not only is this a great deal, but it means that you can head down to Anglesea before the Surf Coast Event, find all the caches, and leave the weekend of the event free for socialising!!
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Coins and PathTags

Yep, again we have collectables available.

Geocoins pre-orders are available with 2 types of Geocoin, the Standard one at just $15 or the special Limited edition including Glitter for only $30.

Pathtag pre-orders are also available. 2 Options here, a Trading set of 5 identical tags. You will be able to gather at the event and trade with others for a full set. Alternatively, you can purchase a Complete set for $25.

Pre-order your geocoins and pathtags now at the Geocaching Melbourne page to be sure you get yours, they will be in very limited supply at the event.
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Official The Surf Coast 2016 Event merchandise

A range of official Surf Coast Event 2016 merchandise is available from our sponsor Geostuff.com.au.
The official Polo Shirts, with lovely Fern embroidery on the chest will be available in a good range Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s sizes. Also expect to see a range of official merchandise similar to that available last year such as embroidered Caps, Beanies, Mugs, etc! The Polo Shirts and other items will be available soon online at Geostuff.com.au for you to reserve and pick up at the event, pickup at the Geostuff retail store, or have delivered directly to you beforehand if you choose. They will also be available from the Geostuff stall at the event. 
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Sponsors

As always, we’d like to thank our awesome sponsors, who have helped us put this whole thing together.

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Hi All, It has been a while,

We have been busy working behind the scenes at Geocaching Melbourne Events to make the Surf Coast Event in November as good as we can while maintaining it as a free event….

VOLUNTEERS: There will soon be a call for volunteers, keep an eye out for a special announcement here.

SESSIONS SCHEDULE: Session schedule is up, there may be some minor changes between now and the event, just keep an eye on the website for details. Unlike last year, there will be no need to book for the educational sessions, it will be limited, first in, first served.

STATISTICS: Just like last years event, if you as interested in stats, head to this link for some fun and interesting information.

GEOCOINS AND PATHTAGS: Yep, again we have collectables available. 2 types of Geocoin available for pre-order, the Standard one at just $15 or the special Limited edition including Glitter for only $30. Pathtag pre-orders are also available. 2 Options here, a Trading set of 5 identical tags. You will be able to gather at the event and trade with others for a full set. Alternatively, you can purchase a Complete set for $25. Check out this link

MINI EVENTS: The Geocaching Melbourne Team are again doing some road-trips! We have had great turn outs to the 8, 7, 6, 5 and 4 Months to MEGA events in Geelong, Traralgon, Beechworth, Bendigo and Mildura. We are looking forward to the 3 Months event in
St. Arnud next month and the 2 Months to MEGA in Ballarat in September.  Since the turn out for these events has been so fantastic, we wanted to give you a heads up: There will be some special prizes at the last event (in Warrnambool) for people who have been to multiple events. Remember, you have to be in it to win it, or in this case, attend as many of our mini events as you can!

4 MONTHS TO MEGA – MILDURA

SPONSORS: We would like to welcome Geostuff as the latest sponsor of the Surf Coast Event. Keep an eye out for some great event products to go on sale very soon at geostuff.com.au We would also like to acknowledge the support from our existing sponsors, Geocaching.com, Pathtags.com, Anglesea Beachfront Caravan Park, The Red Centre Experience and of course The Surf Coast Council.

VICTORIAN GEOCACHING TOURNAMENT: Most of you have already heard about this, it is time to get your registrations in. Places are limited and spots are filling up fast. Head here to get more information or register today.

STALL HOLDERS: We would like to welcome our latest stall holders…
Geostuff: http://www.geostuff.com.au
Caching Supplies: http://www.cachingsupplies.com.au

Of course there is still spots available for more stall holders and your business does not necessarily have to sell caching related equipment, it could be almost anything. head here for stall costs.

SOUVENIR DESIGN COMPETITION: We are having a competition starting today. We are after people with some ideas for the Surf Coast Event souvenir. Do you want to be the one that designed the logo that every cacher receives for logging the surf Coast Event? Here is last years Souvenir:

You will need to come up with 2 logo’s. Bigger one is 480×320 and smaller one is 100×100. The Surf Coast Event committee will decide on the best logo which will be a surprise to everyone until they start logging the The Surf Coast Event. You can submit as many souvenir’s as you like.

What is the prize I hear you say? I am glad you asked. For the winner will be the honour of having your name to one of these rare souvenirs as well as a 2016 Surf Coast Unobtanium Geocoin. Email entries to secretary@geocaching.melbourne

We hope you all had a wonderful weekend and look forward to catching up with you all in November…