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What are the disadvantages of geocaching with an android?
The biggest disadvantage to geocaching with an android is the fact that, unlike a handheld gps your android is not waterproof or durable. As a geocacher myself I can assure you, you will drop your gps device sooner or later. If you really want to try geocaching with your android go ahead and just be very careful! If you decide that you really want to continue geocaching then I highly recommend that you buy a real geocaching gps. An entry level gps can be purchased for around $50!
Can I use mobile gps systems for geocaching?
Yes. As long as you have the gps cor. you can use any tool to help find. Go to that national list of Geocaches to find the gps cor and start your adventure. how can i get the phantom app for my gps
What is a hobby that was created due to GPS technology?
geocaching
What can a handheld gps unit do for me?
A handheld GPS unit can be used for many activities, including Geocaching, hiking, walking or biking. The GPS unit can help you find exact locations, or help you to figure out where you are located.
How is geocaching done?
Make a free account on geocaching.com.Find a suitable geocache near you.If you have a geocaching GPS you can download the appropriate plug-in and download the coordinates directly to the GPS. If not, you will have to enter them manually.Go to the coordinates.Look around. (The GPS will get close but, it will not be perfect!) Sign the log bookIf you take something, leave something of equal or greater value.When you find the cacheHide the cache exactly as it was found.*If you find an item marked: Travel Bug, Geocoin, or Trackable.I suggest you leave these items unless you know what they are.They are item tracked by code on the the geocaching website.
How do you enter a coordinate in to a geocaching gps?
You can stand where you want the cache or clues to be placed and use a GPS enabled device to find your exact location or you can use an online mapping service that gives GPS co-ordinates and pinpoint your locations.
Why do you want to calibrate your GPS?
I play a game called Geocaching where you hide something somewhere and other people find it. I have a Garmin 12XL and when people find my hides they say it was about 40 feet from the coordinates I gave online. Just wondering if my GPS is off or something??
What is a good gps for geocaching and driving?
In-car Sat Navs are generally not very well suited for Geocaching due to the short term battery life. Depending on your data plan, a GPS enabled smartphone with a maps app and a geocaching could be well suited to both tasks. Else-wise, you should look at buying both systems separately.
What are the options available for handheld GPS navigation systems?
There aren't many handheld GPS navigation systems, but you can always find one for you. There is the Garmin GPSMAP 62S Handheld GPS Navigator, Magellan eXplorist GC Waterproof Geocaching GPS, and DeLorme Earthmate PN-60 Portable GPS Navigator. They cost around $130-400.
Does Magellan tough case work with geocaching?
The Magellan Toughcase made for the iPhone and iTouch by my review and along with other individuals does not work well for geocaching. It does bring GPS capabilities to the apple products but it does not update position when hiking or walking towards a cache. This is a problem when geocaching.
Does the military use Geocaching?
While some soldiers might be into geocaching, it's not typically used by the military because it's a hobby/game/sport and not a type of technology. Geocaching is when you go in search for a hidden container at a given set of coordinates with the help of a GPS device.
Who uses Geocaching?
Hello, this is Bing. Geocaching was created by Dave Ulmer, a computer consultant from Oregon, who hid the first geocache on May 3, 20001. He called it a "GPS stash"; and posted the coordinates online for others to find1. The name "geocaching"; was suggested by Matt Stum on a mailing list on May 30, 20002. He combined the prefix "geo" for Earth with "caching" for hiding a cache2. Geocaching became a popular outdoor activity with millions of participants worldwide1.
