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 What is geocaching?
Geocaching is an entertaining adventure game for GPS users.
Participating in a cache hunt is a good way to take advantage of the
wonderful features and capability of a GPS unit. The basic idea is to
have individuals and organizations set up caches all over the world and
share the locations of these caches on the internet. GPS users can then
use the location coordinates to find the caches. Once found, a cache may
provide the visitor with a wide variety of rewards. All the visitor is
asked to do is if they get something they should try to leave something
for the cache.
Where can I get more information about geocaching?
Geocaching's official web site:
www.geocaching.com
(then click on 'Getting Started') Arkansas
Geocacher's Association:
www.arkgeocaching.org
The Associated Arkansas Geocachers:
www.arkgeocachers.org
How can I get involved in geocaching?
The easiest way to get involved in geocaching is to attend a geocaching
event. There are many posted at the web sites above.
The 2nd Annual Burns Park Cache Bash will be held April 26, 2008 at
Burns Park Pavilion #10 from 11-2. More information is available
here. The First Ever Burns Park Cache Bash was held April 28, 2007 from 11-3 at the John Irvin
Pavilion in Burns Park. (event
summary)
Are there geocaches in NLR Parks?
Yes. There are more than 50 geocaches in and around NLR Parks with more
being added. Burns Park has over 40 geocaches alone.
Geocacher's Creed (more info...)
Safe • Legal • Ethical
When placing or seeking geocaches, I will:
- Not endanger myself or others
- Observe all laws & rules of the area
- Respect property rights and seek permission where appropriate
- Avoid causing disruptions or public alarm
- Minimize my and others' impact on the environment
- Be considerate of others
- Protect the integrity of the game pieces
For more information about this program, please contact
Jeff Caplinger
(501-791-8545).
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