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Post by firemanak on May 8, 2013 13:55:32 GMT -9
I talked a bit with Ladybug kids about this but wondered if anyone else has been through it, but KTVF Channel 11 wants to interview me about geocaching, as a sport, as family event, etc... She wants to spend an hour minumin with me and akdragonflyd caching to do her special report(s). Was thinking easy group of them, where we have to walk a little bit but can get 3 to 5 or should we try to do a couple different style of caches? Just thought I would ask... Firemanak
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Post by akgh519 on May 8, 2013 15:01:02 GMT -9
Lisa flightrisk has done in the past with KTUU here in Anchorage
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Post by firemanak on May 8, 2013 15:28:32 GMT -9
ah, thanks I can pick her brains for info
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Post by ladybugkids on May 8, 2013 19:51:27 GMT -9
I recommend demonstrating a variety of hides...an ammo can in the woods, urban micro, etc., in nice locations so the reporter and the viewers come away with a sense of "this is cool." They will spend an hour or more with you, but the story will be edited to three to five minutes, so be sure to give them good sound bites they can splice together. A sound bit is a seven to ten second statement about a single subject, so know what key points you want to make during the interview.
Put the GPS in the Reporter's hands and let him/her do the finding.
Never, ever, ever, say something like "we're clearly not normal." You will be reminded about it forever.
There's a link somewhere to the KTUU story done by FlightRiskAK and Fuzzybelly, but I can't locate it right now.
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Post by ladybugkids on May 8, 2013 19:57:07 GMT -9
Found a link... click here. In the first thirty seconds, the reporter mentions the "treasure is underwhelming." So, I recommend previsiting the caches you want to take the reporter to and verify the they are good shape.
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Post by firemanak on May 8, 2013 20:46:38 GMT -9
Thanks ladybugkids, I am taking the wife so anything goes wrong, I can tell Wes and Board it was her...lol yeah we are going to visit some tomorrow to make sure they are good...Thanks for the link will go check it
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Post by firemanak on May 8, 2013 20:51:56 GMT -9
Wow Fuzzybelly and flightrisk great piece on TV...
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Post by SSO JOAT on May 9, 2013 11:28:33 GMT -9
In addition to the above, make sure that you do everything "technically" by-the-book in regards to ethical caching and following guidelines. Pick cache sites that are great hides (not just good) and pre-visit each one to be sure they are in perfect shape (inside dry, well stocked with swag, logbooks in great condition, and consider pre-placing a couple trackables so you can talk about those).
Bring a trash bag and CITO as you go. Talk about the "good steward" aspect of the game.
Do NOT talk about any negative aspect of the game or any problems with any particular cachers or cache placements. Keep it 100% positive and educational.
Definitely let the reporter do the caching and just act as the guide and teacher. Make sure you have fun!
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Post by firemanak on May 9, 2013 13:41:07 GMT -9
oh sure had to throw that last one in there, have fun, what are you thinking LOL .... Will do, we are going to go check them tonight...Thanks everyone, today a lonely contract worker, tomorrow tv star... for 3 mins! lol
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Post by ladybugkids on May 9, 2013 13:52:53 GMT -9
Remember, you are the expert and can control the interview if you go into it knowing what you want to do and say. When you meet the reporter for the first time, propose an order of events that you are comfortable with, get concurrence, and get on with business.
Don't look at the camera when answering questions, look at the reporter. Better yet, completely ignore the camera, which is hard to do, but will make things feels more normal.
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Post by firemanak on May 9, 2013 15:21:42 GMT -9
I hope I don't let you guys down... thanks everyone
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Post by ladybugkids on May 9, 2013 15:42:15 GMT -9
I'm just happy it's you rather than me!
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Post by fuzzybelly on May 10, 2013 5:46:02 GMT -9
would keep in a specific area with a couple different hides but none to difficult, an ammo can or two, with goodies in it, and a bison, or tupperware container. I'd say to keep it simple, and follow their lead somewhat, they will ask questions you already ans were to everyone who asks about caching.
We walked and talked for over and hour, very slowly. I mean very slowly. We would stop and chat, stop to get a shot, and the slow process of waiting for a newbie to find the cache while the camera person is getting in the right angle.
great point by mike and scott. Talk about trash, talk about how it's meant for kids, and how it's a great learning game, and a great thing for families, people travel and cache.
You'll do great
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Post by polgera on May 11, 2013 16:24:25 GMT -9
You will do great Tony. Be sure to let us know when you air.
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Post by NorthWes on May 12, 2013 17:17:33 GMT -9
You've got the best possible advice here, Tony. Relax. Have Fun. Talk about the family aspect of the game.
Doesn't hurt to boil folks comments above down to notes on a 3x5 card as 'bulleted talk points'. Trust me, the reporter's used to people having all kinds of 'teleprompters' to help them stay on track.
You'll do well, especially if you involve everyone!
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