Geocaching
Geocaching is a popular outdoor recreational activity done all around the world in which the main goal is to locate small containers called "Geocaches" or "Caches", located in specific coordinates that anyone can go out and try locating by themselves while using a GPS receiver or smartphone with a GPS based navigation app.
UnderstandGeocaching is a game that involves the internet, GPS map co-ordinates and travel. Players report their treasure hunt activities on-line to gain credits for their finds.
Types of Geocaching
Necessary equipmentSometimes, when the level of difficulty involved in locating a particular geocache is relatively high, you may need to bring additional equipment with you in order to locate the geocache.
Rules of conduct and potential dangersIt is always advisable be discreet when trying to locate a geocache and not arouse the interest of passersby while you are trying to look for the geocache.
Sizes, difficulty levels and item replacementCommon classifications for the different sizes of geocaches:
Common geocaching glossary
See also
Sources and licences
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