Chances are, you’ve heard of geocaching. It’s basically a
real-world treasure hunt using GPS coordinates.
with a geocaching app (I use the Geocaching®
app), a sense of adventure and a little advance planning. Learn more on
geocaching.com https://www.geocaching.com/guide/
picked easy finds and didn’t drag him on a 6-mile wilderness hike. You know
your kid, so the best age to start geocaching depends on his or her attention
span and tolerance for being outside walking around.
grab a quick cache whenever the mood strikes us. Its fun, its exercise and it’s
easy – and almost free!
the woods, most likely, so dress for the conditions. Rain boots and sturdy
clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, torn or otherwise treated indelicately
are your best bets. Even in the summer we try to wear long pants and hats if we
are going geocaching because you never know what you’ll encounter (thorns,
ticks, snakes etc). Bug spray is also a great idea!
inside (bouncy balls, coins) for you to trade. Save up your kid’s goody bag
stash and give stuff a new home. One rule: NO FOOD. Remember, these are outside
so don’t put any food or candy in the geocache container, lest it draw the
attention of animals or bugs.
more memorable geocaches. Most phones have cameras but sometimes we like to
take pics with our good camera too, to remember fun finds, cool animals or
amazing locations.
like the Geocaching Vlogger https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA0ptTLSLXKFsL4eOnF6RZg) that
break down geocaching and are fun to watch as a family. They are good to watch
before you go out so you learn some of the lingo you find on the Geocache app
(like CITO – Cache In Trash Out, which means take a bag with out and pick up
litter while on the hunt).
lingo for you – MUGGLES. This is the geocache term for non-geocachers.
Sometimes, you might have to go off the beaten path to find a cache. Most
caches are there with the permission of the property owner but use your best judgment.
Avoid private property (unless the cache says its OK) and don’t do any damage
like pick flowers, trample landscaping or break signage or other features. Its
better to be safe than sorry.
can enjoy. Read up on the basics before heading out and most of all – have a
GREAT time!