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  • Fake geocache containers

    Fake geocache containers

    You have probably encountered a geocache that looks like rock or a log, but it’s actually a well-hidden geocache. The rock or log was actually a fake geocache container that has logs and swag. There are many types fake geocache containers, not only rocks and logs. Check out the list of the most common fake…

  • How do you make a puzzle geocache

    How do you make a puzzle geocache

    Are you trying to make a puzzle geocache? Puzzle geocaches are a type of mystery geocache for which you need to solve a puzzle to get correct geocache coordinates or to open the geocache.  These can often be the most difficult geocaches to create, especially if you want to create the best and challenging puzzle…

  • Best backpack for geocaching

    Best backpack for geocaching

    Are you looking for the best backpack for geocaching? There are a few characteristics that make a great backpack. Read further for characteristics that make the best backpack for geocaching. The most important quality of a backpack is being made from durable and water-resistant material. You need a backpack that won’t tear immediately when carrying…

  • Geocaching party

    Geocaching party

    You are trying to make a geocaching party. You want to share your love for geocaching with others. And also, maybe introduce other people to this wonderful hobby. Or if you are organizing a geocaching birthday party, maybe you want to surprise the birthday celebrant who loves geocaching. The key to making a successful geocaching…

  • How to setup a geocaching course

    How to setup a geocaching course

    Setting up a geocaching course is a great way to introduce other people to geocaching. Check out this guide on how to setup a simple geocaching course. You can use the guide to tailor the course for your needs and audience. There are many reasons why you should educate other people about geocaching. Geocaching is…

  • Geocaching fishing pole

    Geocaching fishing pole

    You may have heard of geocaches that require a geocaching fishing pole to be retrieved. Those geocaches are rare in many areas, but for some areas, they have become quite common. Fishing pole geocaches are geocaches that are placed very high, mostly on the trees. They can be placed from 5 to 13 meters in…

  • Is geocaching a secret?

    Is geocaching a secret?

    Geocaching is a global treasure hunt where geocachers search for geocaches. Geocaches are located in various places around you. You search for the geocache by using the mobile app or your GPS. Then, when you find a geocache, you open it and sign logs, confirming that you found the geocache. You can also make your…

  • Geocaching ladder

    Geocaching ladder

    There are some geocaches that are meant to be retrieved by ladder. Those geocaches are placed very high, usually on a tree. That’s why some geocachers consider ladder as part of TOTT (Tools of the Trade). TOTT is the name for the geocaching tools that are used to retrieve a geocache.  If you need to…

  • Geocaching extraction tool

    Geocaching extraction tool

    During one of your geocaching adventures, you might have seen in geocache info that a “geocaching extraction tool” might be necessary for completing a geocache. Geocaching extraction tool refers to tools for extracting a geocache from its hiding place that you can’t reach with your hands. It also refers to tweezers, which are used for…

  • Geocaching: What to wear?

    Geocaching: What to wear?

    What to wear when geocaching depends on many factors: season of the year, time of the day, duration of time spent outside, terrain, and whether you’re walking or driving. The choice of geocaching clothes also depends on materials. Pure cotton isn’t a recommended material for long geocaching routes, especially for pants. It doesn’t dry fast…