All the latest news from the world of geocaching.
We often underestimate our reliance on GPS (Global Positioning System), yet, over the course of 24 years, it has fundamentally reshaped our lives and the world we inhabit.
Imagine how different our daily routines would be without GPS technology. Among many other things, paper maps would be necessary to navigate from point A to point B and turn-by-turn delivery tracking would be impossible. Notably, geocaching would never have come into existence. Continue reading →
Recent visitors to the Korea Comics Museum in Bucheon, South Korea have enjoyed a creative introduction to geocaching, thanks to user pipiruby (Ruby), who was one of just six artists chosen from a hundred entrants to participate in the “Colorful Diversity Cartoons” exhibit.
Ruby has found over 80 caches and hidden five of her own since discovering geocaching a few years ago. We asked about her new hobby and how she shared it with others by way of her art.
Thanks to GeoDesertTiger, one of Korea’s community volunteer reviewers, for the translation of our questions and Ruby’s answers! Continue reading →
As the EarthCache™ program celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, Geocaching HQ has partnered with the Geological Society of America (GSA) to bring new hiding guidance for EarthCache enthusiasts. We hope these suggestions help address some community feedback to keep EarthCaches a wonderful way to explore geological wonders. Continue reading →
We’re excited to announce a special limited-time collaboration between Geocaching HQ and GeoGuessr!
GeoGuessr is an interactive geography game that transports players to random locations around the world using Google Street View. Just like geocaching, players must employ their navigation and deduction skills (aka, geo-senses) when guessing their precise location. The more accurately a player guesses, the more points they earn. Geocachers can even earn a limited edition souvenir! Continue reading →
The March equinox marks a moment of balance in Earth’s orbit with nearly equal amounts of daylight worldwide. It symbolizes transition, marking the start of spring in the northern hemisphere and the start of autumn in the southern hemisphere. Around the world, it’s celebrated as a time of interconnectedness, reminding us of our shared experience, regardless of hemisphere. Whether you will celebrate a spring equinox or an autumn equinox this March, plan to include geocaching in your equinox celebrations to earn a souvenir! Continue reading →
