Geocaching, a global game of treasure hunting using longitude and
latitude coordinates, is a fun filled adventure for all ages. With
a GPS receiver, and internet access, you are ready to explore and
search for a "geocache". This session will instruct the basics
needed to enjoy this eco-friendly sport including suggested
equipment, the website, how to search for a cache and types of
caches. You will enjoy the thrill of the hunt but the real
discovery is the countless locations of natural beauty and
historical interest you will find that you never knew existed.
Families are encouraged to participate. Please dress for the
weather, the trail can be muddy.
We will start with a PowerPoint presentation explaining
Geocaching then head outdoors to put your new skills to practice.
We will use both the existing caches at E.B. Shurts and several
temporary caches to give you the opportunity to experience
different types of hides. If you have a GPS unit, please bring it
(not required). The temp caches will be loggable on this event
page.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
9:00 AM - 12:00 noon
E.B. Shurts Environmental
Center
(located along the scenic Fox River)
New to Geocaching? Register by posting a note below that
you will be attending, please indicate number of adults and chidren
for our planning and supplies (handouts, goodies in the caches,
chairs, etc) purposes. Your "will attend" note is all you need to
do to register to attend. Our event sponsors have requested a
donation to offset the cost of this class of $15 per team. (Fees go
back to Waukesha Parks, Recreation and Forestry to offset room
usage cost, handouts and cache goodies.)
Experienced geocachers, your assistance is needed. After
the PowerPoint presentation, we like to pair participants with you
to head out on the trail. If you are available, please post a "will
attend".
New and Experienced Geocachers will be
asked in sign in using the City of Waukesha Parks, Recreation and
Forestry program registration form. (Opens Adobe Acrobat
file) Waukesha
Registration Form
Attributes: no dogs, picnic tables available, restrooms
available, telephone nearby, kid friendly, public transit
available, parking available