Category: Learn

Whether you’re about to find your first geocache or your ten-thousandth, you’ve come to the right place to learn more about the game.

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We asked you: what advice would you give a new event host?

Did you know that the first Event Cache (GC389) was held in Texas in March of 2001? Since then, thousands of events have been hosted around the world by geocachers like you.

The purpose of a Geocaching Event Cache is simple: to bring geocachers together! Whether you’re planning a small gathering at a coffee shop or a Cache In Trash Out® (CITO) at a local park, events are a great way to connect with other geocachers and build community.

Hosting your first event is an exciting milestone—but where do you begin? We asked geocachers to share their advice for new event hosts.
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How do you define a geocaching goal?

Geocaching is all about enjoying the journey, whether you’re chasing a certain challenge or just enjoying exploration of the world around you.

Some geocachers set specific goals like finding a certain number of caches, completing a grid, or focusing on a type or difficulty and terrain rating. Others take a more relaxed approach, finding caches when it’s convenient or to spend time outside with friends and family. Both approaches—and everything in between—are equally welcome. Whether you thrive on challenges or let the game unfold, what matters most is that your geocaching goals bring you joy in your own way.

Keep reading to learn how a few Geocaching HQ Lackeys approach setting geocaching goals.
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