Joshism Geocaching - Common Geocache Containers

Examples Of Common Geocache Containers

NANOS (currently a sub-type of Micro)
	Nano Blinkie Nano Blinker Nano Button	Most common nano-sized container. Usually magnetic. Usually requires a specially designed logsheet. Logsheet may be difficult to remove (tweezers help).
	Mini Ammo Can
	Slim Bob	Tiny ziplock pouch wrapped in duct tape. Often held in place by a small magnet inside the pouch or by velcro.
	Pet Collar ID Tag
	Mechanical Pencil Refill Container
	Fake Bolt	May be in place of a regular bolt, but not always.
	Pico Tube	Waterproof with pop top. Often pushed into soft sand or dirt, or possibly with something attached to the top. Sometimes used as log holders in a fake object. Larger variations may be considered Micros, but Nanos are most common.
MICROS
	35mm Film Can Film Canister	Probably the most common micro. Inexpensive container. Not waterproof.
	Diabetic Test Strip Container	Similiar size and appearance to a film can, but more durable and the lid seals much better making them reasonably waterproof.
	Magnetic Key Case	Probably the most common micro cache besides film cans. Almost always attached to a metal object, especially the underside of benches and picnic tables. Sometimes attached to a metal plate that is attached to a non-metal object. Not waterproof. Key cases with clip tops tend to break the clips and the lid will no longer stay attached.
	Bison Tube Nitro Tube Nantro Nitro Nano Nano Tube	Waterproof. Usually hanging. Some larger than others. Micros, but sometimes described as nanos.
	Scuba Bison	Bison tube that unscrews from the bottom. Bottom is usually flat rather than rounded like a normal bison tube. Waterproof. Usually hanging. Some larger than others. Micros, but sometimes described as nanos.
	Pill Fob	Similiar to a bison tube, but not as waterproof. Usually hanging.
	Matchstick Container	Waterproof. Usually camo'd as they are sold in bright colors. Sometimes erronously listed as Small.
	Preform Soda Bottle Soda Preform	Similiar diameter to a film can or matchstick container, but at least twice as tall. Usually camo'd. Sometimes listed as Small or Other instead of Micro. (Based on their internal volume and inability to hold travel bugs and geocoins they are Micros.)
	Altoids Case	Not waterproof. Rusts easily. Easily mistaken for garbage. Terrible container.
	Pill Bottle	Empty plastic medicine bottle. Usually camo'd. May not be waterproof. Be sure to remove or completely cover all references to medicine!
	Fake Rock	Usually waterproof. Usually micro, but larger ones may be listed as size Small. Variety of shapes and colors. Normally opened from the bottom. Sometimes created specifically for geocaching, but others may be hide-a-key containers or modified from outdoor lighting holders.
	Swim Can Waterproof Swim Container Cylindrical Sportsafe	Plastic container about the size of two film cans stacked together. Sometimes listed as Small, but really a big Micro. Despite their intended use, these containers are not very waterproof.
SMALL
	Decon Decon Kit	Military surplus decontamination kit case. Often hanging. Tough and waterproof if closed properly.
	Mini Decon	Plastic container designed for geocaching that resembles a Decon. Tough and waterproof if closed properly. Smaller than a normal Decon, but still big enough for geocoins and smaller trackables.
	Fake Sprinkler	Fake sprinkler hide-a-keys or real sprinklers with the insides removed. Risk of searchers damaging real sprinkler heads in the area.
	Otterbox	Waterproof plastic case with latches and a hinged side. Submergable and more durable than a lock-n-lock, but more expensive. Usually camo'd as they are usually sold in bright colors. Bigger Otterboxes are sometimes listed as size Regular.
	Water Bottle	Often camo'd. Often hanging. Waterproof.
	Fat Bison Mega Bison Mighty Mega Capsule	Screwtop metal cylindrical container. Moderately waterproof, but often less so as the o-ring degrades.
REGULAR
	Ammo Can	Classic geocache container: military suprlus metal ammunition cans. Waterproof and durable. Any military markings or references to ammo should be covered or removed before placement.
	Lock-n-Lock Lock & Lock LnL Latched Tubberware	Plastic tubberware container with a latch on each side. Waterproof. Often camo'd. Square or rectangle. Smaller versions are size Small.
	Tupperware Rubbermade Container	Non-latched plastic containers are not waterproof thus make poor geocache containers.
LARGE
	Large Ammo Can	Larger military surplus metal ammunition cans. Usually same length & witdth as a regular ammo can, but much deeper (4-5 ft tall).
	Huge Ammo Can	Homemade large ammo can. Often made of plywood or converted from a large metal storage container. Big enough to fit a person inside. Easy to find.
	Bucket 5 Gallon Bucket