Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your…. geocache?
As geocachers, we find that caching often takes us to new heights. Many of us constantly seek new challenges to climb and mountains to summit. Occasionally, we come upon an obstacle so towering that we couldn’t possibly do it without the help of a few friends. In these instances, we depend on our team to lift us up and help us rise to the occasion. That’s exactly the idea with this Geocache of the Week: Lost (in) Place (GC36R2G). Continue reading →
Located high in the Himalayas, the Buddhist monarchy of Bhutan is known for its monasteries, dramatic landscapes, and mountainous terrain. Visitors to this elevated nation struggle to catch their breath due to its high altitude and breathtaking vistas. So travel with us as we explore one of Bhutan’s most visited destinations: Lion Cave and Tiger’s Nest (GC3Z126).
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Just when you thought you were an expert on cache size, you stumble upon the world’s largest nano. Perplexed, you dive deep into the geocaching guidelines, YouTube web archives, and check in with libraries in the Vatican on any information about this rumored anomaly. Nestled away in the heart of Kansas, it turns out that those rumors are true; and yes, it’s magnetic.
Picture this: on a regular day the earth starts shaking beneath your feet. The sounds of the earth grumble as smoke and ash billow out into the sky. Without a moment to collect your thoughts, you must brace yourself for what’s about to happen next: a volcanic eruption so big it would leave your city encased in 12-20 ft of ash and pumice:
One fateful day back in AD 79, a Roman city endured that exact story. As a result, Pompeii remains a snapshot in time. This week’s Geocache of the Week takes us to the day the world stopped turning for one major city: A walk in the Pompeii ruins (GC5A7PB).
As much as geocaching is about the new, the innovative, and the creative, a large part of the game is about nostalgia. Many players continue to use GPS devices as a nod to the game’s origins, and many still know the company behind geocaching as Groundspeak! When it comes to hobbies, nostalgia is all around. So, if you’re looking to go back in time, grab your quarters and press “Start” on our Geocache of the Week: Retro-Games (GC976P1).
