Geocaching: The global sensation -- Let's go geocaching -- GPS units and smartphones -- Social media and apps -- Creating caches -- Geo-games -- Backcountry safety and outdoor etiquette -- Geo-happenings -- Clubs and websites -- Cachionary 3.0.
Summary:
This introduction to geocaching includes a history of geocaching; instructions on creating a cache; hiding it and sharing it with others; geocaching etiquette and conventions; basic land navigation techniques including using a GPS unit; basic backcountry safety and etiquette; where to look and where to hide; types of treasures; and everything the aspiring geocacher needs to get started in this fascinating, family-friendly, high-tech outdoor-oriented pastime.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.