What's an Intercache?
An Intercache is an interactive geocache. An intercache is a new way of creating a mystery geocache, similar to a Wherigo geocache. The biggest difference is that the entire geocache can be developed, edited, and played on your mobile phone's browser with no software required to download!
How Do You Play?
First, make sure you have a compatible device. Go to intercaching.com on your cell phone and select the test button. I recommend doing this outside for best results. You should see your current coordinates as well as the estimated accuracy. If you see something reasonable, you'll all set! If you get an error, you may need to enable the GPS and other geolocation settings on your phone. You may also not have a compatible phone. If your device is compatible, then head on over to the Wintercache intercache page and start. At each of the stages you will be given coordinates, though you shouldn't actually need them. There is a compass that has an arrow pointing you the right direction as you move. You may have to walk a little bit before the arrow points in the right direction as this application doesn't have access to your phone's digital compass if it has one.
Notes
This is a new way of looking for a geocache. It hasn't been tested on every phone with every OS, but seems to work fine with iOS and Android devices. Let me know if you have problems. It's safe to let your screen timeout while walking. When the screen times out, your GPS *should* go off and not waste battery. When you turn your phone screen back on, it might take a few seconds for the app to get your coordinates again.
Making Your Own Intercache
If you're interested in making your own, go to www.intercaching.com and create an account. It's as easy as walking around, pressing a few buttons, and publishing!
The Cache
The cache is a custom "camouflaged" container that is hidden from view by some additional natural camouflage material. The log book is in the lower section (that will make sense when you get there). There is room for small trackables and some trade items. Happy caching!