CacheMore 2023 Mystery Cache

CacheMore 2023 Kickoff - GCA3C6K (Morgantown, WV)

Season 1: January 1 - February 27

Theme: Welcome to 2023 (By Troopbiz) | Event: GCA3C95 (Grafton, WV)

Happy New Year! To kick off season 1 of CacheMore, let's start by exploring new areas. This season, you are challenged to hide and find caches that contain the phrase "Welcome To" in the title. Whether that is a "Welcome to Waynesburg" cache hidden just off the interstate or an elaborate puzzle, that is up to you. The only requirement is that the title contains the exact phrase "Welcome to." All caches must be published on or before January 30, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by February 27, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 

Note - To be considered for points this season, caches must include “Welcome To” exactly as shown, in the cache title. Extra spaces or the use of different characters (such as “Welcome 2”) will not be considered for points.

Season 1 Recap

Season 1 challenged cachers to introduce fellow players to new areas in North Central West Virginia and the surrounding areas. 26 new caches were placed as well as one event hosted in addition to the Kickoff and Season 1 wrap-up events, for a total of 29 experiences for players to enjoy. Of these 29 experiences, 353 found-it logs were written and 26 favorite points were awarded by 77 unique geocachers. 

Welcome to Bridgeport’s Biggest Hangout, placed by Arealwhit, was the most popular cache of the season with 24 finds. Welcome to Wordology 2, too, placed by Troopbiz, and Welcome to the Twilight Zone, placed by JJCraze9, were the rarest finds of the season with only 6 finds each.

The top three caches of the season are as follows:

1. Treeditional Cache - Welcome to the Garden, placed by WVangler

2. Welcome to Dellslow, placed by WVangler

3. Welcome to the Northern Terminus by Kryzstof

Season 2: February 1 - March 31

Theme: My Second Hobby (By Troopbiz) | Event: GCA3C9G (Fairmont, WV)

Us geocachers are multifaceted creatures. There are so many different things to focus on within the game of geocaching, but that isn't enough. We all have other interests, hobbies, or careers (something has to pay for all the gas we burn through.) For Season 2 of CacheMore, hide a geocache based around your second favorite hobby, behind geocaching of course. The sky's the limit and no hobby is too crazy, after all, we sign fake names on soggy sheets of paper in the woods for fun. Whether this is underwater basket weaving or simply doing the daily crossword, come up with a unique and clever way to showcase what makes you tick. All caches must be published on or before February 28, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by March 31, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 

Note - Please continue to include the "CacheMore 2023" banner text found in the rules on the cache page as well as a short paragraph explaining exactly what hobby you are introducing us to. 

Season 2 Recap

Season 2 challenged cachers to participate in a hobby other than geocaching in a unique and creative way. 18 new caches were placed as well and one event was hosted for a total of 19 experiences for players to enjoy. Of these 19 experiences, 157 found-it logs were written and 40 favorite points were awarded by 42 unique geocachers. 

The Spot, placed by PilotKev13, was the most popular cache of the season with 21 finds. Stargazing is Fun, placed by PaintedWarrior, was the rarest find of the season with only 3 finds.

The top two caches of the season are as follows:

1. Computers by Smithdk

2. UFO’s… Flying Saucers … Flying Discs by Dukemartin

Season 3: March 1 - April 29

Theme: Foolish Madness (By Smithdk) | Event: GCA47BX (Waynesburg, PA) 

Madness is defined as “especially foolish behavior.” I guess you could say geocachers are a bit mad, but if not, this season will surely send you into madness! Whether it is March Madness or April Fools, players are challenged to hide and find caches that make you scratch your head or question ‘why’ all season long. It could be a grueling puzzle, a tricky-to-find micro, or simply just a red herring; get creative with it! All caches must be published on or before March 31, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by April 29, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. 

Season 3 Recap

Season 3 drove cachers mad by challenging them to hide and find caches that were tricky, difficult, or otherwise annoying to find. 14 new caches were placed as well and one event was hosted for a total of 15 experiences for players to enjoy. Of these 15 experiences, 104 found-it logs were written and 13 favorite points were awarded by 32 unique geocachers. 

Foolish Playground, placed by FatherofGrace, and Headed to Graftin, placed by Arealwhit, were the most popular caches of the month with 14 finds each. Liar! Liar! Pants on Fire!, placed by Smithdk, was the rare find of the month with only 3 finds.

The top two caches of the season are as follows:

1. Liar! Liar! Pants on Fire! by Smithdk

2. MADNESS by Dukemartin

Season 4: April 1- May 31

Theme: Mythical Creatures (By Smithdk) | Event: GCA6KND (Bridgeport, WV)

Do you hear that? Something is rustling in the woods! What lurks beyond the shadows in a world different than our own? This season, you are challenged to hide a cache based on mythical creatures. Whether that is witches, bigfoot, Mothman, or ghosts, this season might just have you saying “I’m a little troll!” All caches must be published on or before April 30, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by May 31, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 

Season 4 Recap

Season 4 invited cachers to explore the world of mythical beasts. Seven new caches were placed as well as one event was hosted for a total of eight experiences for players to enjoy. Of these 8 experiences, 62 found-it logs were written and 11 favorite points were awarded by 33 unique geocachers. 

Sasquatch Adventures, placed by Joleenbeth, was the most popular cache of the month with 21 finds. Dungeons and Dragons, placed by Smithdk, and Fantastic Caches and Where To Find Them, placed by Troopbiz, were the loneliest caches of the month with only 3 finds.

The top cache of the season is as follows:

1. Mythical Creatures by Dukemartin

Season 5: May 1 - June 30

Theme: A Tribute To … (By Suscanc14) | Event: GCA6KN7 (Morgantown, WV)

As winter turns to spring, it is time to celebrate with friends, family, and loved ones. Perhaps this means visiting a memorial or sprucing up a plaque. This season, you are challenged to hide a cache to tribute to another individual, living or passed. This could be someone you know, a fellow cacher, a celebrity, or an individual with a memorial location. All caches must be published on or before May 31, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by June 30, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 

Season 5 Recap

Season 5 allowed cachers to pay tribute to another person (or animal), living or passed. This season, seven new caches were placed to commemorate loved ones, founders, and professionals. Of these seven caches, 56 found-it logs were written and 13 favorite points were awarded by 23 unique geocachers. 

Trooper, placed by Troopbiz, was the most popular cache of the month with 10 finds. A Tribute to John Tyler Sr., placed by Smithdk, was the loneliest cache of the month with only 4 finds.

The top cache of the season is as follows:

1. Tribute to Mail Carriers by Dukemartin

Season 6: June 1 - July 31

Theme: Multis (By Troopbiz) | Event: GCAAHDX (Fairmont, WV)

When you’re out caching do you ever find yourself wanting to search for just one more but there aren’t any more caches in the area? This season, you are challenged to create a UNIQUE and CREATIVE multi-cache that involves at least two stages, but no more than five. Tell a story, tour a cool area, or give cachers something to puzzle about; anything goes as long as it is listed as a multi-cache. All caches must be published on or before June 30, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by July 31, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 

Note - As per the rules, all stages of a multi-cache need to fall within the 50-mile CacheMore radius.

Season 6 Recap

Season 6 was all about multis, hard, easy, and short. These multi-step caches challenged cachers in a variety of different ways, while all paying tribute to the orange-colored icon. This season, five new caches were placed, the least amount of hides thus far. Of these five caches, 36 found-it logs were written and 7 favorite points were awarded by 25 unique geocachers.

Hard Multi at Lewis/Wetzel, placed by Smithdk, was the loneliest cache with 2 finds and the favorite cache of the month. WV’s Shortest Multi, placed by Troopbiz, was the most popular cache of the month with 19 finds.

Season 7: July 1 - August 31

Theme: Icon Frenzy  (By Troopbiz) | Event: GCAB8KB (Clarksburg, WV)

It’s easy to only go after traditional caches, but what are all those other colors on our maps? This season, you’re challenged to hide as many different icons as possible. Qualifying icons include: Traditional, Multi, Mystery, Letterbox, Wherigo, Earthcache, Lab Adventure (must be five stages), event, or CITO. The first cache placed of a new type will count for 10 points, with 10 bonus points being awarded to geocachers who place all nine available types. THAT’S 100 POINTS UP FOR GRABS! All caches must be published on or before July 31, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by August 31, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 

Note - Please refer to the rules about event and CITO-type caches. 

Season 7 Recap

Season 7 challenged geocachers to hide as many different types of caches as possible. For many, it was a chance to hide their first cache of a new type! This season, 17 new caches were placed. Of these 17 caches, 104 found-it logs were written and 11 favorite points were awarded by 28 unique cachers.
Welcome to the Jug, placed by Smithdk, was the loneliest cache with 2 finds. Season of the Ticks, placed by Troopbiz, was the most popular cache of the month with 10 finds.

The top caches of the season are as follows:

1. Almost Old School by Dukemartin

2. CAMP CACHE by Troopbiz

Season 8: August 1 - September 30

Theme: The Dog Days of Summer (By BabyNubbins) | Event: GCACBDV (Waynesburg, PA)

This season is for the dogs! Whether that’s finding a cache that makes you say “Doggonit!” or hiking up a mountain that leaves you panting like a dog, this season, caches should have an element that leaves cachers thinking “Bow WOW!” For some inspiration think about your local dog park, your favorite K9 caching partner or breed, or even just simply a cache that would be great for those caching with pets. All caches must be published on or before August 31, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by September 30, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. 

Season 8 Recap

Season 8 had us saying bow-WOW in this paw-star season for the dogs! This season, 5 new caches were placed. Of these 5 caches, 33 found-it logs were written and 10 favorite points were awarded by 18 unique cachers.

Doggonit, Almost Had it. placed by Dukemartin, was both the loneliest cache of the season with 4 finds and the most favorited cache of the month. Quickest Multi on Big Dog Road, placed by Susanc14, was the most found cache of the season with 9 finds.

Season 9: September 1 - October 31

Theme: Pop Fiction (By Troopbiz) | Event: GCACBE0 (Centerville, WV)

Pop culture is deeply ingrained in nearly every facet of our lives. From books and TV shows to geocaching, our favorite characters from the big screen have a way of showing up time and time again. This month, cachers are challenged to hide a geocache based on a TV show, movie, book, song, or character that is popular in mainstream culture. This could be your favorite superhero, a catchy song, or even just a TV show from your childhood. All caches must be published on or before September 30, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by October 28, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. 

Season 9 Recap

Season 9 was all about reliving the days of our youth by sharing our favorite pieces of media from pop culture. This season, 10 new caches were placed. Of these 10 caches, 63 found-it logs were written and 12 favorite points were awarded by 20 unique cachers.

There’s no crying in Geocaching! and MASHed, both placed by Jackson1551, were the most found caches of the season, each with 10 finds. Dragon Ball Z, placed by Smithdk, was the loneliest cache of the season with only 3 finds.

The top cache of the season is as follows:

Captain Sjöberg's Treasure by Buckeyecacher111

Season 10: October 1 - November 30

Theme: Spooky! (By Dukemartin) | Event: GCAEQN8 (Morgantown, WV)

Spirits won’t be the only ones playing this All Hallows Eve! This season, cachers are challenged to hide a geocache with a spooky twist! Whether that is a curse of voodoo or something that gives finders a fright, caches should have an element of Halloween! All caches must be published on or before October 31, 2023, and all caches must be found and logged by November 30, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

Season 10 Recap