May 05, 2015
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Marc Gorsage of Niskayuna, N.Y., uses his GPS receiver on a bikepath in Colonie, N.Y., June 8, 2005, as he prepares to head into the woods to find a geocache.
Treasures are hiding in plain sight all around you.
You don't have to be a little kid to enjoy a good scavenger hunt once in a while. Searching for hidden gems with friends can be a great way to get out and enjoy the nice weather, while doing something fun and different.
Why not "cache" in on the excitement of geocaching?
If you haven't heard of it before, geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices.
The process is simple. You can register for free at Geocaching.com, search the geocaches hiding in your area and use the coordinates provided to find each geocache.
The rules are simple, as well. Sign the logbook and return the geocache to its original location. If you take something, be sure to replace it with something of equal or greater value. Then share your geocaching stories and photos online.
Geocaches vary greatly in size and appearance and can be hidden in anything from large, clear plastic containers to small film canisters to a fake rock with a secret compartment, according to Geocaching.com. There are all different types of geocaches waiting to be found.
There are 288 geocaches near Philadelphia alone, not to mention the millions hidden around the world. Check out what's hiding near you, or venture farther and see what you can find.
Happy hunting!
