Product Description
Book Description
The Geocaching Handbook is written by Layne Cameron, forward by Dave Ulmer.
Geocaching is one of the fastest growing outdoor sports of the millennium, combining aspects of treasure hunting, high-tech navigation, and exploration. To get started all you have to do is select a local cache listing from a geocaching website, enter the waypoint or coordinates into your GPS unit, and then plot your route to adventure. The Geocaching Handbook is your complete introduction to this fascinating outdoor activity.
Discover how to:
- Select a cache listing and begin your hunt for treasure.
- Buy a GPS receiver and use it to navigate to the cache.
- Create and hide your own caches for others to find.
- Practice backcountry safety and geocaching etiquette.
- Play other geo-games, such as "Are you nuts?" and "Geodashing".
- Connect with other geocachers through clubs and geo-events.
And you will learn how the game began - from its creator, Dave Ulmer. This book contains everything you need to know to get started in this fun, familly-friendly outdoor pursuit.