You don't have much choice but to open them because to log the find you have to sign the log book. If you use a good container there probley wont be any problems. T.P.&M. -----Original Message----- From: geocaching-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:geocaching-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Geocachette@xxxxxxx Sent: Monday, January 06, 2003 8:19 AM To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [GeoStL] Geocaching in the cold If the cache were hidden in a tupperware or other plastic container, opening it during freezing conditions would likely damage the container and get the cache contents wet. I have been surprised by the number of logs where people have actually opened plastic containers on cold days. I'd like to hear your comments? Georgie