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A GPS-enabled phone will get you close enough for many simple (and particularly urban) caches, and even a good look at Google Earth before you leave the house can get you in the right area IF you know the area well enough. But for tromping through the woods, you're well advised to get an actual GPS receiver.
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yes, i did. i got a GPS a few days ago. i have been geocaching since the summer hols. I have found 52 geocaches WITHOUT a GPS receiver! =-D hope this helps!
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How do you geocache?
You pronounce geocache as: 'GEE-oh-CASH'.
What do I need to geocache?
A handheld GPS device (most phones these days are GPS enabled) and/or excellent orienteering skills. An eye for detail, a dash of common sense, some sensible clothing and a love for adventure.
How do you log your geocache find online?
Log in on the Geocaching website. From here there are two ways to find the cache on the website:Click Play -> Log a Geocache,Enter the GC code of the cache you have found and hit 'Go'OrClick Play -> View Geocache MapSelect the cache from the map.Once you have found the cache:Click 'Log your Visit'Change 'Type of log' to 'Found it'Enter your notes and click 'Submit Log Entry'
What Equipment is needed to geocache?
A GPS enabled device such as a smart phone or a handheld GPS and a pen to sign the log with. Most seasoned cachers will also carry a pair of tweezers (for nano caches where the log is difficult to remove) and a torch for looking in hidey holes.
What is a 'geocache'?
A geocache is typically a small box or item hid on public or private land, usually with trinkets and a log book. The geocache is the object of a "treasure hunt" that is found by following clues that include GPS coordinates and landmarks. Geocaching is a recent sport that can be accomplished with or without a GPS, but usually requires one, or a person very astute at following a terrain map and compass. The object is to gather as many geocaches in your log book as you can, the harder and more remote or specialized the better. When the Geocache is located, it is logged, sometimes pictures taken of the location and occasionally trinkets are exchanged for other trinkets in the cache location or box. The best geocache boxes I have found are waterproof containers that have been sufficiently camoflaged or hidden in old logs, under rocks or in high grass and other areas. There are also underwater geocaches and even historical landmark geocaches such as statues, special locations, builings or bridges. However the typcial geocache is the small box as described above. Those hiding geocaches must receive permission from the land owner before placing an object. There are geocaching clubs and groups. Do a search on Geocache or Geocaching on any of the internet search engines for more information.
How do you pronounce geocache?
You pronounce geocache as: 'GEE-oh-CASH'.
When Did Geochashing first play?
Geocaching was first introduced in May 2000, shortly after the U.S. government made GPS data available to the public. The first known geocache was hidden by Dave Ulmer in Oregon on May 3, 2000. This activity quickly gained popularity, leading to the establishment of a global community of geocachers who use GPS coordinates to find hidden containers or "caches" in various locations.
What kind of GPS apps are available on Google Play?
There are many GPS apps which are available on Google Play. Some include GPS Essentials, GPS Tracking Pro, GPS Speedometer and TeleNav GPS Navigator.
What is the longitude and latitude coordinate for the first geocache?
The first geocache is currently archieved which means it's missing and could have been stolen.
What actors and actresses appeared in The Geocache - 2012?
The cast of The Geocache - 2012 includes: Julie Bryan as Julie Jareth Vasquez as Villian
What is typically included in a geocache?
Typical items to find in a geocache are a logbook, a pen and various trinkets such as keyrings, buttons, small toys, etc.
How do you solve the geocache Lego puzzle?
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