According to Geocaching.com, it is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location. Watch intro video here.
A cache can be any kind of container that can hold at minimum a piece of paper. Some are small; such as film containers or magnetic key holder. The largest cache we've found to date was a large box under a "rock" containing everything from a puzzle to CD player with love music on it. The most unusual was a plastic lizard tied to a tree with the sign in sheet in its mouth. Once the cache is found, you will sign or stamp (if you have invested in a stamp you must be hooked!) your name and date on the log sheet or book and return cache to it's spot for the next treasure hunter. Some caches also have little treats that can be exchanged for something else, ie, sticker, plastic figure. The basic rule of the game is - if you take something, please leave something of equal value in its place.
How do you get started?
1-Register with Geocaching.com
2-Download the free Geocaching app (there is also a paid version, gives you more options, locations, etc but you can still find caches with the free app)
3-Find your location and follow the GPS map to the hidden treasure box!
Additional FAQ's can be found here.
*Please use caution and common sense when playing game. Some caches can be in wooded or public areas or close to busy roads-Have fun but be safe!
Don't have a GPS or smartphone? Try this! Letterboxing.org
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