On Sunday evening R, B and I along with K & J successfully found 3 of 3 geocaches near Russellville, KY.
The first two were along trails in the Baker Natural Area: (http://nacdnet.com/resources/presentations/se_region/kentucky.ppt)
The first two were along trails in the Baker Natural Area: (http://nacdnet.com/resources/presentations/se_region/kentucky.ppt)
“Three Forks” 
“Wild Flowers”
I’m sure this would have been more obvious in a different season – some great photos in the link above.A nearby upscale subdivision held a third geocache entitled “Big Rock”.
Can you tell the titles are frequently great clues?I think the “first-timers” enjoyed these hunts and might pursue geocaching as an additional hobby. ~K
For more information visit http://www.geocaching.com/; there are also some nice introductory YouTube videos I have used with 5th graders:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=PBjuPko2tog&feature=related - explains GPS and then some
http://youtube.com/watch?v=nqCvcwTK37w - great intro to geocaching
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeYvFEe5hIg - how to find a geocache
http://youtube.com/watch?v=3S3ntqVm_Uc&feature=related - Basics – slide show format – no narration
http://youtube.com/watch?v=KDSBXSofsck&feature=related -what does a geocache look like
GPS unit we used – Garmin Venture HC – recommended features if considering purchasing a unit: high-sensitivity receiver, color display, geocaching mode, capable of downloading coordinates from geocaching.com
Looks like fun! Thanks for the tips - R and I are considering buying a GPS for geocaching in Mac...
ReplyDeleteFun - I was waiting for a post about your trip! I especially like the picture where my mom has a blocked out face :) Mike and I are wondering if there is something we can download on to our tom-tom to be able to do geocaching. Mom also mentioned you wanted to come down for your bday to go to Innis Woods Plant sale. I think its funny that I live a mile from there and had no clue when it was but you knew! You are welcome to stay here if you would like.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun trip! Looks like the weather held out enough for you to cach! Looking forward to all the pics! Glad you made it home safe! Love you!
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