ABOUT THIS SERIES…
Are you new to Geocaching and not sure how to get started or
what the heck you're even looking for? If so, then this series is
for you. Finding your first caches can be very exciting, but
frustrating if you find yourself confused by all the geocaching
lingo, container sizes, and hiding places... they really can be
anywhere! Fortunately for me, when I began caching, I had some
wonderful experienced geocachers who helped me along the way, so
this is my way of paying it forward to anyone just starting
out.
Hopefully, this series will help you find your first caches. I
have used several different kinds of containers, some camouflaged
in different ways. If you have trouble finding any of them, simply
read the hint provided. Usually the hints for finding caches are
cryptic, but in this case I will tell you exactly where the cache
is, so that you will experience success and become familiar with
several different hides. Each cache page will also include a cache
description, information about the type of hide, tips for
developing good caching habits, and a general caching tip.
NOTE: If you are an experienced geocacher and want to
grab these caches, by all means do so. But, reading the hint will
definitely be a spoiler, so beware! Please feel free to add a tip
for new cachers (not necessarily associated with this hide) when
you log your find.
W e L c O m E t O g E o
C a C h I n G
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CACHE DESCRIPTION:
This cache is a magnetic keyholder with a log only inside it so
bring your own pen (BYOP) to sign your geocaching name on it. It is
called a "micro" because of its small size and does not have room
for tradeable items (swag).
ABOUT THIS HIDE:
This is a very common hiding spot, but one that sometimes stumps
beginners. Electrical boxes and heating or air conditioning units
are popular places for urban hides of magnetic keyholders. They
make for an easy Park and Grab (PNG, P&G, or PnG) when you're
running errands, on a lunch break, or when you just want a quick
find. This log is placed in a baggie for a bit of protection from
precipitation since magnetic keyholders aren't waterproof. Always
take care not to tear the baggie when removing the log, and zip it
closed after you sign and replace it. The difficulty and terrain
rating (D/T) on this cache is a 1.5/1 because it is easy to find
with minimum searching (difficulty) and is wheelchair accessible
(terrain).
GOOD CACHING HABITS:
It's a good idea to carry replacement logs and baggies with you
on every caching outing. If you find a full or wet log or torn
baggie, you'll be equipped to help the caching community by doing a
bit of cache maintenance for the cache owner (CO) and future
seekers.
CACHING TIP:
Never open electrical boxes or panels or disconnect wiring in
seek of a cache. A responsible cache owner (CO) will always place
containers safely outside these locations.