whome
02-25-2010, 06:02 AM
Any geocachers out there?
Use this thread to post experiences and spread the word! It's a great hobby, sport or whatever you'd call it for those looking for what amounts to an excellent excuse to explore.
The site https://www.geocaching.com/ describes it best with the quote below, and if you click through the site can find geocache locations around the world. I'd venture to say there's at least one in you neighborhood.
"a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support for the environment"
I've found geocaching a great thing to do with or without the kids while traveling to break up a trip, and it gets us to places, even locally, that we didn't know existed. There are also things like "travel bugs" which are small items that are taken from one cache and placed in another. We have one that was launched in Boston with a destination of the Pacific Ocean before returning home. It's made it to the Pacific, and is currently in Texas.
GPS handhelds are oftentimes on sale for excellent prices, and that's all one needs to start out. They're also good things to have while hiking or biking, and can show local streets if the right maps are loaded (my shirt pocket size Garmin has street maps loaded, and will navigate walking, biking or driving similar to an automotive one) so the device will come in handy even if you're not geocaching.
Use this thread to post experiences and spread the word! It's a great hobby, sport or whatever you'd call it for those looking for what amounts to an excellent excuse to explore.
The site https://www.geocaching.com/ describes it best with the quote below, and if you click through the site can find geocache locations around the world. I'd venture to say there's at least one in you neighborhood.
"a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support for the environment"
I've found geocaching a great thing to do with or without the kids while traveling to break up a trip, and it gets us to places, even locally, that we didn't know existed. There are also things like "travel bugs" which are small items that are taken from one cache and placed in another. We have one that was launched in Boston with a destination of the Pacific Ocean before returning home. It's made it to the Pacific, and is currently in Texas.
GPS handhelds are oftentimes on sale for excellent prices, and that's all one needs to start out. They're also good things to have while hiking or biking, and can show local streets if the right maps are loaded (my shirt pocket size Garmin has street maps loaded, and will navigate walking, biking or driving similar to an automotive one) so the device will come in handy even if you're not geocaching.