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Get ready for a test of a new way to explore through geocaching on February 3. It’s an experiment and we’d love to hear what you think once you’ve played or created a new I <3 Geocaching Lab Cache. Whether you create a trek through nature, a romantic quest or even a trip guided by robots, the I <3 Geocaching beta-test is a new way for Geocaching Premium members to experiment with what might be part of the future of geocaching.<\/p>\n

Beginning February 3,\u00a0Geocaching Premium members can take part in the beta-test by using the Lab Cache creator \u00a0to craft a one-of-a-kind adventure for someone special. (Hint: It can even be indoors.)\u00a0Each I <3 Geocaching Lab Cache will be a personalized, temporary Lab Cache meant for just one person.<\/p>\n

This new test is different than normal geocaching and is open to all sorts of creative interpretations. To help get you started in creating a cool adventure, here are a few ideas we put together:<\/p>\n

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1. Say thanks to your favorite geocaching buddy.<\/h2>\n

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It’s no secret that geocaching is better with friends, so why not use this opportunity to say thanks to your favorite partner-in-find. This could work by having your Lab Cache lead them to the outside of their favorite movie theater. In the description, you can leave a clue like, “Check under the bench outside.” \u00a0You could hide a typical geocache that contains two tickets to that movie they’ve been wanting to see. And don’t forget to include the find code inside, too. When they enter that in the web app, they’ll see a picture and your thank you. Who knows, maybe they’ll even have an a Lab Cache created to say thanks to you, too!<\/p>\n

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2. Make it really special.<\/h2>\n

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Just like any other day, your loved one wakes up and heads to the coffee maker for their morning pick-me-up. Except this morning, there’s the URL to your Lab Cache with the words, “I can’t wait to see you!” When they open the Lab Cache on their phone, it leads them to the park where you two first met. Upon arriving, they see you sitting there with a delightful picnic waiting for them. And if you want to make it really special, maybe the find code is “MARRYME?” (No pressure.)<\/p>\n

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3. Create an all-day adventure.<\/h2>\n

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We all know someone who thrives on adventure. For them, you could create something like a multi-stage puzzle cache. It begins by leading them to their favorite rock climbing crag and has the clue “Head to the top.” Once there, they find another clue: “It’s time to go for a hike, visit the top of the hiking trail we enjoy.” After safely rappelling from the rock climbing route, they’ll head to your favorite hiking spot and make their way to the top of you favorite trail, only to find another clue: “Now it’s time to get wet. Grab your kayak and paddle out to that spot we swim in the summer.” Your friend will paddle out to the floating platform to find a fluffy bunny, some balloons and of course, the find code to your Lab Cache. Epic!<\/p>\n

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Ready to begin? Click on this Premium Member link to start your limited time, single use Lab Cache:\u00a0http:\/\/www.geocaching.com\/iheartgeocaching\/<\/a><\/p>\n

An I <3 Geocaching Lab Cache is easy to create. You’re only bound by your imagination, a Find Code and, of course, local laws, regulations and just common sense. Need more info? Check out the\u00a0I <3 Geocaching FAQ<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Tell us your creative ideas in comments below. \u00a0You might help inspire a once-in-a-lifetime experience for another geocacher.<\/h2>\n

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