How Do You Go Geocaching?
• Acquire a GPS receiver either by purchasing, renting or borrowing one. Certain Garmin models have the capability of “paperless geocaching” described in the Tips section, below. • Create an account with one of the caching sites listed below. Membership is free, although some sites offer “premium” member status that will allow access to additional features. There are caches on several different sites, so explore them and decide which you prefer. • Use the search feature on the website to find a list of caches near you. Geocaches are hidden everywhere so wherever you are, there are sure to be some for you to find. • Choose a cache which interests you. Record any details or hints on a notepad or by printing the page out. Be sure to check the difficulty rating. You may not want to search for a cache that’s too difficult if you are just starting out. • Create a waypoint in your GPS unit for the cache, using the latitude and longitude coordinates from the cache’s webpage. You may also be ab
