<%@LANGUAGE="VBSCRIPT" CODEPAGE="1252"%> <% Session("DocID") = "233" Const IMGS_DIR = "./rndimgs/" ' Initialize the random number generator. This is the ' command that tells the computer to give us psedo-random ' numbers when we use Rnd later. Randomize ' Variables for our FileSystemObject objects Dim objFSO, objFolderObject, objFileCollection, objFile, gccode, gccode2 ' A pair of integers for our random image selection Dim intFileNumberToUse, intFileLooper, intFileNumberToUse2 ' A "handle" to the file we choose to use Dim objImageFileToUse ' A variable to build our image tag Dim strImageSrcText, strImageSrcText2 ' Lets see what's in the directory: Set objFSO = Server.CreateObject("Scripting.FileSystemObject") Set objFolderObject = objFSO.GetFolder(Server.MapPath(IMGS_DIR)) Set objFSO = Nothing Set objFileCollection = objFolderObject.Files Set objFolderObject = Nothing ' Get a count of files and use it to generate a random ' number from 1 to the count-1. this is so that the 2nd 'number can always be one more than the first if they happen to be the same. intFileNumberToUse = Int((objFileCollection.Count-1) * Rnd)+1 ' Set up loop control so we exit when we get to the random ' file number we just picked. intFileLooper = 1 For Each objFile in objFileCollection If intFileLooper = intFileNumberToUse Then ' Get a "handle" on the appropriate file Set objImageFileToUse = objFile Exit For End If intFileLooper = intFileLooper + 1 Next ' Build our img src tag text strImageSrcText = IMGS_DIR & objImageFileToUse.Name gccode=mid(objImageFileToUse.Name,1,len(objImageFileToUse.Name)-4) ' Get a count of files and use it to generate a random ' number from 1 to the count. intFileNumberToUse2 = Int(objFileCollection.Count * Rnd) + 1 if intFileNumberToUse2=intFileNumberToUse Then intFileNumberToUse2=intFileNumberToUse2 + 1 end if ' Set up loop control so we exit when we get to the random ' file number we just picked. intFileLooper = 1 For Each objFile in objFileCollection If intFileLooper = intFileNumberToUse2 Then ' Get a "handle" on the appropriate file Set objImageFileToUse = objFile Exit For End If intFileLooper = intFileLooper + 1 Next Set objFileCollection = Nothing ' Build our img src tag text strImageSrcText2 = IMGS_DIR & objImageFileToUse.Name gccode2=mid(objImageFileToUse.Name,1,len(objImageFileToUse.Name)-4) Set objImageFileToUse = Nothing ' Show the image: %> Welcome
Welcome

The third Mega event to be held in the UK will take place on Saturday 31st July 2010, when the big event travels North to the Scottish town of Perth.

As well as the main event we are planning a full range of side events, trade stands, geo-talks, raffle prizes, geocoin trading, travel bug swaps, and of course everything will be in place to let you go caching like crazy. Needless to say there will also be ample opportunity to speak to fellow cachers as well!

We will be regularly updating this website with the details of everything that is going on, but in the meantime, please register your attendance at the event by clicking below.

Click to register

As well as the main event during the day, we are planning to hold the first Mega Céilidh (pronounced Kay-Lee) This is a fantastic opportunity to sample a traditional Scottish Party which includes dancing, food and refreshments. The event will take place during the evening of the Mega event at the Dewars centre in Perth.

The Céilidh music will be provided by a live band, which may include a fiddle, accordion, a tin whistle, etc. Please note that this is expected to be a popular event and entrance will be by ticket only with the cost of the ticket being used to fund the running of the event. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased from here.

Geotalks at Mega Scotland
The list of geotalks that we will be running at the Mega Event has now been published and as you can see from the program there are talks available for all levels of geocachers. The talks will start at 10:30am and will run through out the day in both the Hay Room and the Gannochy Suite. Both of these rooms are to be found on the upper level of the building which can be accessed via the staircase in the entrance area. Click here to view the list of Geotalks.

Cache Clusters and Public Transport
In order to you help plan your time whilst you are here at the Mega Event, we have added two more pages to the Location section. The first shows where the the local cache clusters occur and the other provides access to a planning tool for detailing journeys using public transport.

The cache cluster information is displayed on an interactive map and using your mouse, you can quickly zoom into all the cluster locations. Clicking on each cache will display some basic information about it and within this information there are links back to the relevant cache page on geocaching.com. Click here to display the cache cluster page.

A few people have asked about public transport and we have added a plug in from the Travel Line Scotland website to help you plan your journeys. The calculator offers detailed journey information and will accept place names, postcodes, landmarks etc as valid start and end points. Click here to display the public transport calculator page.

Camping
The good news is that we have now formalised arrangements for the Mega camping site and the full details are listed on the Mega Camping page.

In addition to this the camping event page is now published, click here to view it.

Coins
The Haggis & Nessie coin soon sold out after they went on sale however a new coin is now available.

The latest coin in our Scottish themed series is in honour of the renowned Scottish botanist David Douglas. David was born in close to Perth and he introduced over 200 species of plants in to Britain back in the early 19th century. In recognition of his achievements the Douglas Fir tree was named after him.

This is as a lovely coin and is now available to purchase so get yours soon before they all sell out!

Personalised T-Shirts and Polo Shirts
FuzzyBears are selling personalised T-shirts and polo shirts. Mega Scotland will receive a donation from each sale.

Each shirt will have the Mega logo + your team name + your first name on it. For sample pictures and other details about this offer please go to the link supplied by the FuzzyBears. (more information)

Dogs
We know how much cachers regard their dogs as team members and we want all cachers to enjoy their time at Mega Scotland so if you are planning to have your dog with you at the Mega or any of the sub events then please read the Dog page.

Banner
We also have a downloadable banner that is suitable to be used on all your cache pages to advertise the event - please use it on all your caches.

Your comments/ideas
We welcome your suggestions, and comments - please visit the discussion forum, and we hope you will take an active part in making this a successful event.

Flag Counter
In order to gauge the international aspect to the event we have recently added a 'flag' counter, and as you can see below, its not just those from the UK who are showing an interest in the event.

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For more information please post your question to the forum.

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