Introduction to Geocaching

A great outdoor hobby

Living in such a beautiful place it really is a joy to get out and about and enjoy the countryside. I discovered Geocaching some years ago and it is a great way to explore and have fun.
The idea is that there are tupperware containers (called caches) hidden in beutiful locations, containing a few fun items. Sometimes the cache is a just small tube contining only a paper to sign.
Each container has its co-ordinates on its own web page. The idea is to use your GPS to find it, take out an item, replace it with something else, sign the log book and return the container to its hiding place. You can then leave comments on its web page to share the fun with other geocachers.
You can read all about it on the geocaching web site. You need to register (absolutely free and totally safe):
http://www.geocaching.com
Caches near to my home can be seen on the local geocaching map which you will find here.
I think you will be surprised at how many there are!!
I really do recommend it. It is great fun and takes you to many beauty spots you would otherwise never find.