Lackeys’ favorite caches—part two
Geocachers choose their favorite finds for many different reasons. It might be the first cache, a fun group of people you found it with, or there was an interactive element you weren’t expecting.
In this second edition of Lackeys’ favorite caches, we highlight a few of HQ employees’ (Lackeys) favorites, why these caches still stand out to them to this day, and why they consider them Favorite point worthy.
tafby’s favorite cache is JCAT-01 The Big Red Barn is Music to My Ears! 🎶 (GC9E5M6) in Georgia, United States.
This cache is one of 14 gadget caches in Jackson County, GA, on the Jackson County Agritourism Geo-Trail (JCAT). To get the cache open, you have to play an instrument with the correct song to figure out the code to the lock! Each cache has had so much thought and creativity put into it, and finding each one is a blast. It was super fun going to each of these caches. These were some of the first caches I took my mom to find, and they got her hooked because they are so unique and fun.
lolosmitty’s favorite cache is Cracking good prints Grommit (GC48MZ6) in Queensland, Australia.
The cache was relatively easy to locate, but finding the key to open it was not. I searched high and low, through cobwebs, ants, and dirt, and came up empty-handed. I begrudgingly waved my muggle husband over to help, and sure enough, he found the hidden key within 15 seconds. I was equally thrilled and annoyed. I unlocked the cache, and voila! A few spiders and a log book.
I was drawn to this cache because it had so many Favorite points. I liked that the cache itself was easy to find, but the tool needed to unlock it was harder to come by. It was so satisfying thinking you found it, to then be stumped and unable to open the container. It was like two different searches rolled into one cache, and it was super rewarding when it all came together.
OnCloudDivine’s current favorite cache is The Switchboard (GC9YTN9) in Washington, United States.
As someone who values a great sense of humor, this cache took ‘gadget’ to the next level! The ‘container’ was probably the most unique one yet, being a handmade, reproduction telephone switchboard out of the 1900s. Rarely have I been so giggly while experiencing the creativity (and, without spoiling too much, acting) of the cache owner while waiting for the ‘operator’ to tell us what to do; it made opening the cache and ending the fun almost the last thought on our minds.
eileenk9’s favorite cache is One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest (GC88Z1M) in Oregon, United States.
This one is my favorite cache because of how meaningful and beautiful it is. This Virtual Cache makes you feel the full range of emotions, and I think it’s important to keep the memory & humanity of these people alive, even if (for many of the names listed) they didn’t get the full, rich experience of life they wholly deserved while they were living.
ktaylor211’s favorite cache is GCC#003 Damsel in Distress (GC5RC88) in Ontario, Canada.
Visiting and logging this geocache is a whole experience! You start experiencing the theme of this cache as you enter the general area, and it only gets more vivid as you approach GZ. Spotting the cache is pretty simple, and securing the smiley is too, but there is a mini-epic quest to do so. This geocache is one of several amazing caches on the Geocaching Capital of Canada GeoTour (GT5D).
Rock Chalk’s favorite cache is Maunakea – The Land of Fire and Ice (GC2Y6MA) in Hawaii, United States.
This EarthCache is at the summit of Mauna Kea on the island of Hawaiʻi and is the state’s highest point. The views are stunning, and I experienced it with an old friend who I was seeing for the first time in 25 years. I didn’t even think I’d be able to visit the summit, but when my friend heard I was interested, he volunteered his 4×4 truck for the trip. An unforgettable day for me!
Alan040’s favorite cache is CAN ROVIRA (HOTEL TB) (GCA51WM) in Cataluña, Spain.
I spent my time during the Mega this spring wandering the city of Montbrio del Campo with several amazing Spanish Geocachers. This geocache kept coming up as a fan favorite, and for good reason. The puzzle-solving, engineering work, and attention to detail make Can Rovira a special cache.
jurian83’s favorite cache is Seattle’s Legendary Independent Bookstore (GC2K474) in Washington, United States.
I thought the fake screw on the old pipe was very clever. I returned to the same place three times, looking for the cache. So it was memorable and even more rewarding when I found it.
Benno’s favorite cache is Walensee 8° (GC2B614) in St. Gallen, Switzerland.
This cache was in an abandoned Swiss mine. It required hiking through dark tunnels and passageways, down 60 meters from the entry point, to reach the GZ. It took quite a while, and at one point, we almost got lost. It was quite a journey to find it, making it a super fun experience. Sadly, the cache is now archived due to the danger of falling rocks inside the mine.
bootron’s favorite cache is Father Brown’s Cross (GCGAVC) in Alaska, United States.
The cache overlooks Juneau, Alaska, with a beautiful 360-degree view and an iconic cross at ground zero. It was my first cache find in Alaska, on one of the first trips I ever took with my wife just before the birth of our son.
As you can see, what makes a cache a “favorite” differs for each person. Whether it’s the craftsmanship of the container, the creative story told by the cache, or an incredible view, every cache can leave a lasting memory on each geocacher who finds it. Remember to show your favorite caches some appreciation with a lovely log and a Favorite point.
What’s your favorite geocache? We’d love to hear about it down below!
