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Friday, October 24, 2008

Like to find treasure??? Use your GPS to find sites in Hartwell.

Geocaching Home > Getting Started with Geocaching
Geocaching (pronounced geo-cashing) is a worldwide game of hiding and seeking treasure. A geocacher can place a geocache in the world, pinpoint its location using GPS technology and then share the geocache's existence and location online. Anyone with a GPS unit can then try to locate the geocache.

  • Easy Steps to Geocaching
  • Register for a free account.
  • Click "Hide & Seek a Cache."
  • Enter your postal code and click "search."
  • Choose any geocache from the list and click on its name.
  • Enter the coordinates of the geocache into your GPS unit.
  • Use your GPS unit to assist you in finding the hidden geocache.
  • Sign the logbook and return the geocache to its original location.
  • Share your geocaching stories and photos online.
  • Before You Go -- Find a geocache that will meet your immediate goals. Are you looking for a difficult hike or an easy adventure? Learn How to Find a Geocache
  • If you're headed out on the trail, pack any needed supplies such as water, food and extra clothing. Bring both a map and a compass. Check geocache terrain and difficulty ratings.
  • For safety, let someone know where you are going.
  • Do not forget your GPS unit and extra batteries.
  • Get Out and Play
  • Mark your car as a waypoint to ensure your safe return.
  • Be mindful of the environment, practice Cache In Trash Out.
  • Bring friends and family with you; sharing the experience can be very rewarding. Pets are usually welcome, too!
  • Remember that distances can be deceiving. A geocache can take longer to find depending on trails, rivers and other obstacles.
  • Share Your Experience
  • If you take something from the geocache, leave something of equal or greater value.
  • Write about your experience in the geocache logbook.
  • Place your geocaching stories and photos online. Learn How to Log Your Find
    Want to learn more? See Geocaching.com
  • See some Hart County Geocaches at http://www.geocaching.com/seek/nearest.aspx?origin_lat=34.353467&origin_long=-82.931017&submit3=Submit%20target=_blank

1 comment:

Susan Tidwell said...

Hi Michele, we recently found treasure in your beautiful area via geocaching! Love the Depot and the vintage buildings downtown and of course the lake!