Questions tagged [geocaching]
This tag should be used with questions about Geocaching, and information on geocaches.
43
questions
3
votes
2
answers
374
views
Why can't I log a Geocaching "Cache Buddy"?
I recently found my first "Cache Buddy" tag that says:
Helium the Alien
I am a Cache Buddy.
Please log me on www.geocaching.com
and move me to another cache.
www.cachebuddies.net
But ...
- 661
6
votes
1
answer
274
views
Etiquette/protocols/conventions for geocache logs
I realize that it's "only a game", and it doesn't have rigid rules, but there must be some standards that I could follow.
A year and a half ago I noticed a strange object in a tree, but ...
- 661
3
votes
1
answer
876
views
Is it possible to delete Geocaches from a Garmin etrex without plugging it into the computer?
My GPS (Garmin extrex 20) will not connect to my computer anymore (via USB), and therefore I cannot access the GPX folder of the device where Geocaches are saved.
As a solution, I would like to save ...
- 131
7
votes
4
answers
990
views
Geocaching: How important is having a dedicated GPS device instead of a smartphone?
I'm thinking about getting into geocaching with my girlfriend, as it sounds like an activity that we'd both enjoy a lot.
However I really don't think that I want to buy a dedicated GPS device if at ...
- 13k
6
votes
2
answers
467
views
Letterboxing vs Treasure hunts
I did read through the wiki page, but I am sort of confused now.
Is Letterboxing the same concept as what we usually call a Treasure hunt?
- 31.7k
8
votes
3
answers
327
views
What to look for on the site of a geocache?
I am starting geocaching and have a few finds already, but there is one cache near my residence that I could not find. I checked the logs and pictures, but I found no sign of a cache at ground zero.
...
- 203
5
votes
1
answer
95
views
Garmin Etrex 10
I just got an etrex 10, and I am using it mostly for geocaching. When you are navigating to a geocache is there a way to see your distance from the cache? I know the geocaching app has this.
- 53
15
votes
4
answers
547
views
How to "hide" text so that it can't be vandalized but without damaging any public property?
This might be off-topic so I understand if this gets closed.
I'd like to set up a kind of treasure hunt (perhaps geocaching) for my friends. I was thinking that I could take pictures of places (signs,...
- 253
11
votes
1
answer
745
views
What precautions need to be taken when night-caching?
This has really come about since doing some night caches and the issues that arise from doing them.
What precautions should you take before under-going a night cache?
- 15.4k
8
votes
4
answers
339
views
Geocache inside of a pole
I'm trying to mount a geocache on a string inside a pole that looks like this:
Can you suggest me an idea how to attach the string to the pole without drilling anything to the pole?
The dimensions ...
- 189
1
vote
1
answer
127
views
Geocaching websites [closed]
I'm new to Geocaching and I was wondering what else I've been missing out on. I didn't know where to ask this but if you know and love any similar adventure / exploring services please share!
- 127
21
votes
11
answers
7k
views
What are good items to leave in a geocache? [closed]
I started geocaching roughly a month ago and it's really fun activity to get into.
I had a few questions (though one was answered already here > What should be carried in a standard Geocaching bag?) ...
8
votes
2
answers
2k
views
GPS navigation device or app that allows entry of UTM coordinates?
I would like to start being a little more active by getting outdoors more. My state offers a "water guzzler" program that puts water in remote locations for wildlife. They also publish a large atlas ...
- 1,757
11
votes
1
answer
302
views
Some mobile helper for tree climbing?
When I do geocaching, I meet sometimes caches on trees. Some of them can be climbed by me without equipment, but in some cases I miss some flexibility or height to reach them :)
Is there any mobile (...
- 213
5
votes
0
answers
628
views
How to deal with aggressive homeless when exploring urbex? [closed]
It's a geocacher's nightmare, when you do a nice urbex cache, and then, when leaving, find the entrance blocked by angry homeless, that seem to live there and are not happy from unexpected visitor (...
- 9,507