Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 2}: Geocaching

Day 2 Geocaching Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys

How To Go on a Geocaching Adventure…

Supplies:

Never heard of geocaching?  It was a new adventure to me as well not too long ago.  Think of it as a real-life worldwide outdoor treasure hunt, that you “hunt” with a GPS device or smart phone app. The best part is, you don’t have to go far to find one of these treasures.  There’s probably one in your own neighborhood or nearby!

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Once you’ve downloaded the app, or searched the Geocaching website,  and signed up for a free account, you can search for caches closest to you.  Each location is rated by difficulty and terrain, and there are descriptions and clues to help you locate the container.

outdoor adventures for kids signing geocaching log

Inside the container is a log which you can add your name to, and a small (inexpensive) treasure.  Simply take what’s been left and replace it with a new goodie. 

Need Ideas of What to Put in a Cache Container?

  • Baseball cards
  • Coins
  • Hard Candy/Gum
  • Small Toy {Goodwill or Kid’s Meal}
  • Silly Bands
  • Polished Rock
  • Coupon for a Free Kid’s Meal

  finding a geocache outdoor adventures for kids 

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* Remember to dress appropriately for the terrain.  {My biggest mistake was wearing shorts and sandals in the middle of the woods. Hello stickers – YEOW!}

* Also, remember that geocaches are not limited to what’s around you.  It’s a great way to explore an area on vacation, or take a stretch break from a road trip.

Have YOU ever tried Geocaching?