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Geocaching for Dummies

Author(s): Joel McNamara
Published In: 2004
Genre: Games
Pages: 231

"Geocaching for Dummies" Description

Find a high-tech hobby in the great outdoors!

Dig into this fast-growing detective sport that’s fun for all ages

Once you get your coordinates, your GPS receiver, maps, compass, and this book, you’re ready for adventure! Seek out containers of goodies hidden around the world by other geocachers, hide a cache of your own, see new places, and get a little exercise to boot. Here’s where to start!

The Dummies Way

  • Explanations in plain English
  • "Get in, get out" information
  • Icons and other navigational aids
  • Tear-out cheat sheet
  • Top ten lists
  • A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

  • Choose and use a GPS receiver
  • Find and download coordinates
  • Pack the right gear
  • Share experiences with the geocaching community
  • Search for benchmarks
  • Use geocaching as a teaching tool