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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGeocaching 101Geocaching 101 By Cassie M. User Name: Cmc25 About Me: -Born and Raised Cape Codder -My mom taught a Geocaching after school club using handheld GPS and map print outs. -I rejoined in 2013 with my children -Over 500+ finds -8 Local Hides and more to come!! - Cape Cod Geocaching Facebook 77+ Geocaching -It is a GPS signal that allows people to enter a location and search for a hidden treasure! You can use a desktop or download a free app, create a username and you’re ready to start your adventures! Get your itinerary ready, look at your map, get there, and start your search! -The map will allow you to get to a “Geo Zone” and look around to find the container. Geo Finale -When you arrive at the treasure, you must sign the log using a pen. -You always put your username on the paper. -Then you can log in from your device, or when you get back to a desktop. -Once you have Clicked “Found” It will give you the famous Smiley Face! Different containers can vary from the size of an eraser cap to walk in with all sizes in between. Types of Caches Geocaching On Cape Cod -Educating people on the spaces we have to maintain, while giving people the experiences to continue to preserve and protect our Cape Cod spaces. There are many Geo “Celebs” on Cape and the surrounding areas who are a huge part of our community. These Cachers have 10s of Thousands of finds and love our spaces just as much as we do. As we continue to get new players, families, abilities, and from newborn-100 years, We must keep these spaces protected. Events -I have hosted and taught numerous events on Cape! I love teaching while giving people the experience of Geocaching. -The Osterville Library Events and Classes -Barnstable Land Trust First Day Hikes at the Main location and Fuller Farm. -Now with Open Spaces :) CITO CITO -Cache in Trash Out -This is where Geocachers host an event at a Location with permission and collect trash. -This gathers people, all who care about our local places and the impact we can do to be good humans while playing a game! Tips: -Always go with a buddy (It’s more fun together!) - Let someone know where you are and when you plan to be out of the woods if you are on a longer hike. -Never “Log” it until you are back at your car. My Finds and Hides My children love to look, find, hide and make their own! It really has allowed them to recycle, reuse while still being aware of when we are on and off the trails too! Questions/ Comments THANK YOU AND HAPPY CACHING!!