How Do You Create And Hide A Geocache?
• Typical Containers (clockwise from top, ammo box, Lock n Lock, bottle preform, Nalgene straight jar) • Search first. You should find about 50 or so caches before you hide one so you can get ideas, and learn what works and what doesn’t. If you have only found 2 caches a lamp skirt might seem original but by 50 you will be bored of them. Gain a little experience first. • Find a good spot for your geocache. A quality geocache will be hidden near something of natural, human, historic or scenic interest, or at least at the end of a pleasant walk. • Make certain geocaches are allowed there. If it is private property get permission from the land owner. Some park systems require permits, so check with park management to make sure a permit isn’t required, or obtain one if it is. • Select an appropriate container. Geocache containers should be waterproof and durable. Military surplus ammo boxes are a favorite of many geocachers. Also make sure the container is appropriate for the area (see tip
