Top Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Geocachers

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Geocaching Mom
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The countdown to Christmas has begun!  Have you finished up your shopping yet?  If not, here are some great stocking stuffer ideas for that favorite geocacher in your life. #1 Geocaching Car Travel Bug Decal Turn your car into a travel bug with this Geocaching Car Travel Bug Decal.  These decals are made of high quality vinyl so they will stand up to the elements.  Each travel bug features a unique code that is trackable on geocaching.com.  Just think of how much fun it will be each time you get a notice that your travel bug has been found!  It will … Continue reading →

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Garmin Oregon 400T 3-Inch Touchscreen Handheld GPS Unit with Preloaded Topographic Maps

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Garmin Oregon 400T 3-Inch Touchscreen Handheld GPS Unit with Preloaded Topographic Maps Unleash your inner adventurer with the . This next-generation handheld features a rugged touchscreen complete with preloaded topographic maps, 3-D map views, a high-sensitivity receiver, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, microSD card slot, and more.  You can even exchange tracks, waypoints, routes and geocaches wirelessly between  units with compatible wireless data-transfer capabilities. Oregon 400t leads the way with a tough, 3″-diagonal, sunlight-readable, color, touchscreen display. Its easy-to-use interface means you’ll spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time searching for information. Both durable and waterproof, Oregon 400t is built … Continue reading →

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Buying GPS Units Using the Internet or through an Outdoor Equipment Store

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

What is the best option when it comes to purchasing a GPS unit for yourself or as a gift for a friend or loved-one?  That is a good question, and the answer really lies in your personal preference.  Basically in today’s world, consumers have two choices when it comes to purchasing almost anything.  Their choices for GPS units come down to buying GPS units using the internet or through an outdoor equipment store.  By outdoor equipment store, I mean someplace like Cabela’s, Bass Pro Shops, Gander Mountain, or anywhere that sells camping/hunting/fishing supplies.  Both have their pros and cons, and … Continue reading →

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6 Of The Best GPS Features For Geocaching

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Geocaching is described as a worldwide treasure hunting game, and the first piece of equipment that any novice geocacher should buy is a GPS unit.  The natural question that comes up before buying a GPS is “What features should my GPS have?”  That’s a good question!  There are many makes and models of GPS systems on the market today, but not all of them are suited for geocaching.  This article lists the 6 top features needed in a geocaching GPS unit. Before you even begin shopping for the unit you will be using in your geocaching expeditions, you have to decide … Continue reading →

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Garmin GPSMAP 62-series

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Are you looking for a brand leader in hand-held GPS units and the one of the best units they have to offer?  If so, why not take a look at what the series has to offer.  There are five units in this series, all with similar features and abilities, as well as many additional features as you approach the top level of the spectrum. From the base model to the high-end model and everywhere in between, the GPSMAP 62-series units all feature an incredibly accurate, high-sensitivity receiver  that allows you to track and maintain your position even in heavy tree cover, the … Continue reading →

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Garmin eTrex Vista H Handheld GPS Navigator

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Garmin eTrex Vista H Handheld GPS Navigator Ideal for serious hikers and climbers, the rugged is an affordable, high performance GPS handheld featuring a high-sensitivity receiver, detailed built-in basemap, USB interface for faster downloads, and 24MB of internal memory. In addition, the compact eTrex Vista H includes an electronic compass for continuous bearing information and a barometric altimeter for precise altitude. Put the great outdoors in the palm of your hand.  The high-contrast, backlit 2.4-inch LCD display and 64 x 128 pixel resolution allows for clear map display. High-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver in a rugged waterproof case Built-in basemap shows … Continue reading →

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Magellan Meridian Platinum Waterproof Hiking GPS

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Magellan Meridian Platinum Waterproof Hiking GPS Theis a 12 channel GPS hand held receiver that comes with a wrist strap and user guide.  Take care of all your outdoor electronic navigation needs with the Magellan Meridian Platinum Handheld GPS. This rugged GPS unit coordinates data from up to 12 satellites to pinpoint your location anywhere on the globe, and it includes a barometric altimeter and a three-axis digital compass that can tell you not only which direction you’re heading, but what your current elevation is. The 16 MB on-board memory provides details on U.S. cities, interstates, major roads, and airports. The Meridian Platinum’s Secure … Continue reading →

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Garmin Oregon 550T and Delorme Earthmate PN-60 GPS

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Two hot, handheld gps units that are available are the Garmin Oregon 550T and the Delorme Earthmate PN-60.  If you’re looking for a Christmas gift idea for that special someone and don’t know what to get, here are some details that might help with your decision. The  has been described as the “navigator with the photographic memory.”  The Oregon 550t has everything the geocacher or outdoor enthusiast could ask for.  A rugged outside touchscreen navigation with a 3.2 megapixel digital camera, preloaded U.S. topo maps, high-sensitivity GPS, barometric altimeter, 3-axis digital compass and microSD card slot.  All of this translates … Continue reading →

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Geocaching with Android

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Geocaching Mom

Do you have an Android powered phone that you’re at a loss for something new to do with?  Do you enjoy geocaching?  Were you aware that there is a geocaching app for Android phones?  Here we present some information for your perusal. For those who aren’t familiar with geocaching, a little information to get you started.  Geocaching is basically a high-tech scavenger hunt.  Participants take containers ranging in size from a matchbox to a 50-gallon drum, fill them (as space allows) with trinkets and a log book, and hide them in locations such as forests, state parks, shopping centers, or … Continue reading →

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Garmin OpenCaching Is A Hit With Cachers

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Geocaching Mom
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In a quest to make geocaching more enjoyable for the entire family (i.e. not having to wade through a million micro listings), we have been experimenting with other geocaching sites.  We recently tried  OpenCaching.  OpenCaching is a site, created by GPS manufacturer Garmin, which is totally free to all users.   geocachers will find that the site is much more user-friendly with several features that make it stand out from other geocaching sites. OpenCaching has a few unique features that won’t be found on other geocaching websites.  These features include the ability to easily select the size, terrain, and difficulty of … Continue reading →

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