Gladys West and the GPS revolution: Blue Switch Day 2026

When geocachers step outside with a GPS-enabled device, they’re tapping into decades of brilliant science and mathematics that make those coordinates possible. Behind every successful find stands a brilliant mathematician whose work helped make modern GPS possible: Dr. Gladys West.

1930 – 2026
Image from the New York Times.

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Retro Game Cache – Space Attack – BETA — Geocache of the Week

Traditional
GCARYNR
by MaxPayne84
Difficulty:
1.5
Terrain:
2.5
Location:
Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
N 51° 25.167’ E 008° 05.209’

Retro gaming has a timeless charm. Long before high-definition graphics and sprawling open worlds, players were captivated by simple mechanics, bright pixels, and the thrill of beating the high score.

Retro Game Cache – Space Attack – BETA (GCARYNR) channels that era perfectly.

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Locks of Love — Geocache of the Week

Traditional
GC6QJGE
by justforjoys
Difficulty:
2.5
Terrain:
1
Location:
Singapore
N 01° 17.377’ E 103° 50.821’

Roses are red, violets are blue, we love geocaching, how about you?

February is the month of love. What better way to celebrate than with a cache that blends romance with the joy of discovery? Whether you’re out on a date, exploring with your favorite caching buddy, or flying solo, Locks of Love (GC6QJGE) is a sweet way to add some passion to your hunt.

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