TUCSON, Ariz. - Geocaching, the high-tech treasure hunt, isn't
for you if you're bad with numbers. Consider this task:
"Bear 250 degrees until reaching a saguaro cactus with no
arms and a gila woodpecker hole 30 degrees off the trail."
A 10-minute blitz tutorial in compass- and GPS-reading later, my
son, our guide and I hit the Arizona trail.
"Mom, check this out!" yells six-year-old Seth,
reaching around the base of the armless cactus for a Ziploc
treasure packet planted there strictly for our discovery.
"A rocket!"
Over the last week, I've received inquiries to post 'news'
that may be relevant to Edmonton area GeoCachers, and an offer
to exchange banners with another Canadian GeoCaching group.
This seemed like a good idea...so it's done. Away Games &
Events is the Articles section (linked here, in the Main Menu under
Articles) that contains things from other GeoCaching
(and outdoor activity) groups. New items will also appear in
the News banner at the top of the front page.
Criteria for submission: 1) must be for a non-profit
organization. Does not have to be registered non-profit, but
NOT a commercial venture. We do sell advertising to support
our costs
2) of interest to GeoCachers. This is subjective and the
management makes the call.
3) submitted in electronic form. Images as low-rez .jpg files
(preferably hosted elsewhere). We will not proofread nor
correct typos..so please proof your copy prior to submission.
This is the first ever geocaching one day event in Sudbury
taking place on Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 9am to 5:30 pm at
Fielding Memorial Park. It is entitled Geocache Hike
and Seek.
Registration is $100 for a team of four. The idea is
that one of the four will have a GPS unit to use. It
is a great event for families, coworkers, and friends to
compete. All registrations will take place at
Ramakko’s. People will be able to pay by cash,
cheque made out to Rainbow Routes, visa or MasterCard.
144
people aged 18-28 will
be selected to be a part of this epic project, centering
around the First Ever Human
Powered Expedition from the South Pole to the North Pole through
Africa and Europe... Discover What's
Possible...
UPDATE: February 21,
2006 -- GeoCachingEdmonton.com Parks Canada GeoCaching Survey
Available. Take
the survey!
UPDATE: February 17,
2006 -- Parks Canada has released a batch of documents that
conclude the first phase of public consultation regarding
development of a final policy for Geocaching in the Parks and
Protected Heritage Areas.
The
first is a lengthly pdf file that summarizes the
comments received during the comment submission
period.
As well, in case you
didn't know, Test and I (Brat) are involved with the Working
Group that Parks Canada had selected. If you have any feedback
or thoughts about the policy development, or this process,
please feel free to contact
us.
Thank you for sharing your
views - The public comment period on Parks Canada's interim
geocaching policy is now closed. Comments and policy
suggestions received during the public comment period will
be used in development of a final policy.
Parks Canada recognizes that
the geocaching community has worked hard to maintain a
respectful attitude towards nature and to promote
responsible behaviour, and we look forward to collaborating
on the development of creative management solutions that
enhance the stewardship aspects of the activity. Our main
objective in managing this activity is to provide
opportunities for visitors to participate in interesting and
educational experiences while minimizing potential impacts.
For further information contact Claire McNeil at
As well, the GeoCaching
Community Working Group has issued their first
update on the process.
For a recap of the
comments received by Parks Canada during the public consultation
phase, you can read
this or this.
Anonymous Bush Creatures Vixie Mr. Speedy Squirmy Wormy XIITERRAPAWS Bonkers the Clown Viajero Perdido Roadside Turnout Time & Space Johnnygeo Scratch_
Did-You-Know?
CITO � Cache In, Trash Out
The act of removing and disposing of trash you may find while searching
for a cache. CITO is also a special type of Event Cache, where cachers get together to
clean up a park or public space.
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