This cache is placed as part of GeoMuster Logan 2024. Each cache in this series is named by an Idiom, which relates in some way to the cache hide or the cache itself. An idiom is a group of words that have a particular meaning that is not easily identifiable by looking at the individual words. We hope you enjoy the experience.
Case Study:
I've only recently learned about the sport of geocaching and thought it would be a great way for my family to get out and do something fun together without spending a lot of money.
Unfortunately, we have had more disappointments that successes. My kids (11 and 6) were excited to start geocaching, but now, find it more of a chore since "we never actually find the cache, Mum".
I don't seem to have a problem using my GPS to get to the cache site, but once at the site, we can't seem to find the cache.
I've used the "hints" and the title of the cache to help, but finding the little object itself continues to allude us. Its like I know where it should be (i.e.: a matchstick box on a fence) but can't find it amongst the shrubbery, etc.
And then, I thought we'd try a multi-cache....well that was enough to send us home early as well.
I mean what am I really looking for on a multi-cache? I know there are multiple steps to finding the actual cache at the end, but what am I looking for in steps 1, 2, etc. Is it a cache box with a clue in it? or something else? and then how do I figure out how to get to the next step?
I guess I just don't get it. Any help anyone can provide would be greatly appreciated. I am currently using c:geo on my Android phone, and I like the program, but am open to suggestions if someone knows of something better. Thanks again.
Should they give up, or keep trying? Tell them they are useless and should try something else, or encourage and support them with ideas and hints?
Would you tell them to "Hang in there"? Meet up with some fellow geocachers and share their moral support?
