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Geocaching for Families
Looking for something to do with the kids at home or on vacation? Try geocaching, a scavenger hunt with a high-tech twist.
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Nick Higgins
What Is Geocaching?
mjklruiz says: Geocaching is an outdoor game that uses a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. It's an inexpensive, interactive experience that has players finding -- and hiding -- containers called caches. While kids run around, they can learn more about their town's geography or explore a new area they're visiting.
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This is the first time I have heard of this game. My kids are older (14, 16, 18, and 25), I can not see them under the age of even 13 years old playing this game. I think "Child Safety" in any town should be considered.
6/20/2010 10:05:06 AM Report AbuseOur family started geocaching when the boys were 5 and 8 years old. At first they were really into the trading aspect. We still make home-made swag to trade but now they're more interested in the hunt for unusual caches and are thrilled to find a well disguised hide. Playgrounds and hikes are a bonus. They love hiding caches, creating interesting cache containers and helping create puzzle caches. Geocaching is adventure, recreation and education that takes you places you'd never go otherwise.
6/16/2010 09:56:51 AM Report AbuseFor an inexpensive scavenger hunt without a high-tech (and expensive) twist I would suggest letterboxing. The web site to utilize to get involved is: letterboxing.org For a very small investment an individual or family can have a lot of fun finding "hidden" boxes throughout the United States. I'd encourage you to make a stamp and hide a box as well! Happy hunting!
4/9/2010 06:08:19 PM Report Abuse