Geocache Adventures Podcast

S5E8: Are You Getting the Most From Your Membership?

Are you getting the most out of your geocaching membership?  Weather you're a free member or you're paying for a premium membership, here are some tips and information to help you get the most out of your member.  If you're currently thinking of becoming a premium member and want to know what all the benefits are this episode will shed let on the topic.  Join me as a take a look at geocaching memberships. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocach...

S5E7: Gross Geocaching

I never imagined how gross some people would leave a geocache.  I find log relieved someone left a nasty surprise in one of my geocaches.  Now I don't know if I should put it back out after it's cleaned up or just archive it.  What would you do? Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache.adventures.podcast Instagram: @geocache_adventures

S5E6: Seemyshell, The Aussie Geocacher

This episode I'm joined by the Aussie Geocacher, Seemyshell.  Many geocachers will know the names from his vlogs, podcast, and social media where he shares his love of geocaching and munzee.  Join us as we discuss this vlogs, geocaching, munzee, and more.  Hear how he got started geocaching and about his new podcast that he co-host with Joshua the geocaching vlogger. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache....

S5E5: Jasmer Challenge

Many geocachers are familiar with the jasmer challenge, finding a geocache that was place every month of every year since geocaching started.  It is a popular and well known aspect to the geocaching game.  Some geocachers even strive to complete a double or even triple jasmer.  But how did it get started?  This episode I talk with Bryce, AKA JasmerB, the creator of the jasmer challenge and learn how the jasmer crazy came about. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org  ...

Retro Gamer (1-16) 120bpm (L)

Many geocachers are familiar with the jasmer challenge, finding a geocache that was place every month of every year since geocaching started.  It is a popular and well known aspect to the geocaching game.  Some geocachers even strive to complete a double or even triple jasmer.  But how did it get started?  This episode I talk with Bryce, AKA JasmerB, the creator of the jasmer challenge and learn how the jasmer crazy came about. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org  ...

S5E4: Travel Bug Tours

Trackables are one of my favorite parts of geocaching. I love seeing where they've been on helping them move along when possible. But I've found some geocachers that have taken it to another level with their travel bug tours. Join me as I talk to team MaxB on the River to find out what exactly a travel bug tour is and how they got started with it. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache.adventures.podcast ...

S5E3: Travel Bug Missions

There is a lot of information about trackables out there.  There are all kinds of videos, blog post, and podcast about what they are, what to do with them, and etiquette for moving them. But not often do you find anything going into detail about setting missions for them. This episode I'm joined by returning guest, Lee Katz (aka Varkofharken), to discuss trackable missions and ways to make them interesting.   Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http:/...

S5E2: Easy Geocaching: Simple Cache Containers

I have been wanting to do an episode on creative geocache containers and talk about some ways to add a bit of creativity to you cache containers. While poking around on the internet looking for some different types of sources, I came across a book on Amazon called "Easy Goecaching: Simple Cache Containers" by Vince Migliore. I decided to check it out and bought the kindle version of the book. While the episode on creative geocache containers is still being developed, I thought I would share ...

S5E1: FTF Magazine

Many of us have heard about FTF Magazine, the magazine for geocachers by geocachers. But do you know how it got started? Join me this episode as I talk with Keith Petrus, AKA FTFguy, the creator and producing of FTF Magazine. Hear how he go into goecaching and what drove him to create the magazine as well as his favorite part of the magazine and the types of things he wishes contributes submitted more often. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geoc...

S4E26: Season 4 Cache Highlights

One of the best parts about having this podcast is being able to talk to other geocachers and hear their stories.  That is what the cache highlight, that is featured in most episodes, is all about.  It's a chance for guests, and sometimes myself, to share a story about a memorable geocache they have found or hidden.  This episode is a compilation some of the cache highlights shared in season 4 of the podcast. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geo...

S4E25: Season 3 Cache Highlights

One of the best parts about having this podcast is being able to talk to other geocachers and hear their stories.  That is what the cache highlight, that is featured in most episodes, is all about.  It's a chance for guests, and sometimes myself, to share a story about a memorable geocache they have found or hidden.  This episode is a compilation some of the cache highlights shared in season 3 of the podcast. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geo...

S4E24: Season 2 Cache Highlights

One of the best parts about having this podcast is being able to talk to other geocachers and hear their stories.  That is what the cache highlight, that is featured in most episodes, is all about.  It's a chance for guests, and sometimes myself, to share a story about a memorable geocache they have found or hidden.  This episode is a compilation some of the cache highlights shared in season 2 of the podcast. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geo...

S4E23: Geocaching From a Kid's POV

I've talked about geocaching with kids on the podcast before but this time I bring in a kid to talk about what geocaching is like.  This episode I'm joined by my favorite geocaching buddy, my son, BubbyTilk to hear what he thinks about geocaching.  He shares his favorite and least favorite things about geocaching and even does the cache highlight.  Afterwards, I do a recap and share some tips for geocaching with kids. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: ht...

S4E22: Cemetery Geocaches

Halloween is around the corner which is a great time to talk about cemeteries. Some people love cemeteries, some find them creepy, and some geocache in them. Join me and and my guest, fellow geocacher and podcaster, Leah as we explore geocaching in cemeteries, the difference between a cemetery and graveyard, and some of the history behind them. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache.adventures.podcast I...

S4E21: The Dark Side of Geocaching

Halloween is almost here and it is my favorite holiday.  So why not find a way to combine  Halloween and geocaching?  But how might someone go about doing that?  By taking taking a look at the dark side of geocaching by which I mean night caching.  Geocaching is most often done during the day but some caches are made to be searched for at night. Join me this episode as I take a look at night caches to find out what they are, how to to determine if a cache is a night cache as well as tips for...

S4E20: Journaling Your Geocaching

S4E19: Hosting Events

Geocaching events can be a lot of fun and a great way to be a part of your local geocaching community.  But have you ever hosted an event before?  Maybe you've thought about it but feel hesitant to do it.  Maybe you want to attend events but feel unsure.  Join me this episode as I talk with returning guest Lee Katz, AKA Varofharken, as we talk about tips for hosting events as well as attending them. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadven...

S4E18: Solo Geocaching Safety

Geocaching can be a fun family and social activity.  It can also be a fun solo activity.  No matter how you geocache or where you geocache, safety is always important but it becomes even more so when you're caching alone.  Recently a fellow geocacher, Robert Owens Jr of New Jersey,  passed away due to an unfortunate incident while he was out geocaching solo.  While I did not know Robert or any of his family, my heart goes out to them during their time of loss.  This is a very sad event and w...

S4E17: Geocaachig Great Britain

Do you ever wonder what it's like to geocache in other countries or how their geocaching associations may differ from your own?  Well I do, which is why in this episode I'm joined by Chris, fellow geocacher and offer of the Geocaching Association of Great Britain (GAGB).  Join us as Chris explains what GAGB is all about and what geocaching is like in Great Britain. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache.ad...

S4E16: Geocaching The Ultimate Beginners Guide - Book Review

I see Facebook post of geocachers who are newer to the game looking for advice on how to get started.  If you look, you can find various "how to" books about geocaching.  These books are meant to help you get started with the hobby.  But how good are these books really?  How accurate are they and which one should you choose?  I decided to take a look at one of these books as someone who has a bit of experience with geocaching and see if it really would be helpful to someone new to the game. ...

S4E15: Cipher Geocoin

Cipher Coin Speical Offer Many of us geocachers love trackables and geocoins.  They are a fun aspect of the geocaching game.  But a geocoin that can offer additional puzzles, mysteries, and game play?  Yes please!  Geoff, aka theBruce0, of Cache the Line has created a new cipher geocoin that is intended to do just that.  Join me as I talk with Geoff and learn more about this new Cache the Line Cipher Coin series.   Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web...

S4E14: SLAGA - Saint Louis Area Geocachers Association

What is a geocaching association?  Typically, it is an organized group of geocachers coming together to foster relationships in the local geocaching community and can be a great way to meet other geocachers in your area.  Some help foster relationships with the muggle community to show what geocaching is and build relationships with parks departments and land owners that can help making placing caches easier.  In this episode I talk with board members Micheal (President) and John (Vise Presi...

S4E13: Geocaching Latvia and New Zealand Part 2

It's always interesting to me how the same activity can be different in different countries and cultures.  Geocaching is the same way.  While the basics of the game remain the same from place to place, every country has it's own culture and own spin on the game.  Join me this episode as I continue my talk talk with fellow geocacher, Ivars, to learn what geocaching in Latvia and New Zealand are like. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadven...

S4E12: Geocaching Latvia and New Zealand Part 1

It's always interesting to me how the same activity can be different in different countries and cultures.  Geocaching is the same way.  While the basics of the game remain the same from place to place, every country has it's own culture and own spin on the game.  Join me this episode as I talk with fellow geocacher, Ivars, to learn what geocaching in Latvia and New Zealand are like. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Face...

S4E11: GeoWoodstock, the Talk Continues

In Season 4 Epsode 10, I talked with Brad Simmons, spokesman for the board of GeoWoodstock and former event host, about GeoWoodstock.  We had a good long conversation and after an hour, when all my questions had been answered and I couldn't' think of anything else, we did a cache highlight and I thought the conversation would be wrapping up.  But as we were finishing, Brad though of a few more stories and incite that he wanted to share.  We talked for two hours about GeoWoodstock and JoeGPS ...

S4E10: GeoWoodstock, Interview with an Organizer

Every year there are many mage geocaching events held all over the world.  GeoWoodstock was the very first mega geocaching event ever to be held.  It has a long history and many stories behind it.  But it's more than just an event, it's also the legacy of a geocacher who wanted to build the geocaching community.  In this episode, I talk with Brad Simmons, spokesman for the board of GeoWoodstock and former event host, to learn about the history behind this mega event and what it's all about. ...

S4E9: Mingo, the World's Oldest Active Geocache

Do you know what the oldest active geocache is?  With over 2 million active geocaches in the world, the honor of this title goes to Mingo, GC30.  With nearly (at the time of release) 23 years worth of history, there are a lot of stories to tell about it.  Join me as I talk with fellow geocacher, Ryan Semmel, as we discuss the history of Mingo and take a look at some of its stories.  Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Face...

S4E8: "We're Gonna Find a Geocache"

If you have young kids who like to geocache or are looking for a fun way to introduce them to geocaching, the children's book "We're Gonna Find a Geocache" is a great book.  With colorful artwork and the story set to the familiar and fun tune, "We're Going on a Bear Hunt", it's a book kids are sure to love.  Join me as I talk with Catherine, fellow geocacher  and author of the children's book, to hear about the books creation. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   ...

S4E7: Geocache Adoption

Many people wonder what it takes to adopt a geocache but it doesn't seem that many know how it works.  This episode I talk with fellow podcaster and geocacher, Jim Pallwitz, AKA witzend.  You may recognize him as one of the host of Caching in the Northwest.  This episode Jim and I take a look at how geocache adoption works and the geocaching.com tool that allows you to do it. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @...

S4E6: SirDrumalot, The Talk Continues

SirDumalot and I had so much fun talking about letterbox geocaches and geocaching in general, that the conversation just kept going.  We got off the topic of letterbox caches and just kind of talked geocaching in general.  In the end the one hour zoom meeting I had scheduled turned into two hours and I honestly think we could have gone on for three hours if it hadn't been 11 pm and both of us having to get up early for our day jobs.  But it was so much fun I decided to take that last hour an...

S4E5: Letterbox Geocaches

Letterboxing is a very old location based game that came along well before satellites and GPS.  While it some similarities, geocaching was developed entirely independent from it.  That didn't stop the two from merging into what we now know as letterbox geocaches.  But what exactly is a letterbox geocache and how does it differ from all the others?  Join me and my Guest, Joseph, aka SirDrumalot, as we take a look at this unique geocache type. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadven...

S4E4: EarthCaches

EarthCaches.  Maybe you love them.  Maybe you're overwhelmed by them.  Maybe you don't know what to think.  But Jay, AKA LANMonkey, is passionate about them and after talking hearing him talk about them, I'm ready to go out and tackle some more.  Join us this episode while we tackle the ins and outs of EarthCaches.  From the very basics of what they are and how they got started to achievements for finding them and International EarthCache day, we dive into the world of EarthCaches. Show n...

S4E3: Geocaching Downunder - A Look at Geocaching in Australia

Australia, the place on Earth where everything is trying to kill you.  Or is it?  What exactly is it like to geocache in Australia?  What better way to find out then by talking with an Australian geocacher?  Jon me this episode as I talk with Teri-Ann, Australian geocachers and host of the Geocaching Downunder podcast, as we talk about her podcast and she answers my very American questions about geocaching in  Australia and if coconut crabs ever steal geocaches. Show notes can be found at...

S4E2: Liar Liar - Liars Geocaches Explained

There are so many different types of geocaches with sub-types of several of them.  One of those sub-types is called a liars geocache.  These are a fun twist on a geocache where the finder gets a chance to get creative.  Maybe you've heard of them.  Maybe this is a new concept to you.  You may even have several lairs geocaches in your find count.  Whatever the case, join me and returning guest Lee Katz as we dig into what these geocaches are all about. Show notes can be found at http://geo...

S4E1: Observing Earth - JPSS & LandSat in Lompoc GeoTour

Break announcement

The podcast will be on break through the rest of 2022 for the Holiday season but will return in Janurary with all new episodes.  Happy holidays and happy caching. Website: GeocacheAdventures.org Email: [email protected]

S3E23: Caching Etiquette with Caching in the Northwest

Etiquette is defined as "the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group."  But what does that mean in terms or geocaching?  Maybe you're new to the game or maybe you're a seasoned geocacher with thousands of finds under your belt.  No matter what your find count is, we all need to follow some basic etiquette to help making geocaching fun for everyone.  Join me as I talk with Chris of the Northwest, one of the host of Caching the Northwes...

Never Geocache alone

Congratulations to Brandy Philips, this year's short story winner. Happy Halloween! Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache.adventures.podcast Instagram: @geocache_adventures

S3E22: The Super Good Camping Podcast Goes Geocaching

What do you get when you cross a camping podcast with a geocaching podcast?  You get the camping podcast talking into going geocaching.  At least that's what happened here.  I had the pleasure of doing a sort of crossover with the Super Good Camping Podcast.  They allowed me to come onto their podcast to talk about geocaching and then were super good sports about combining geocaching with one of their camping trips and then talking about it on Geocache Adventures.  Join me as I talk with Tim...

S3E21: Emberquest - a Geocaching Video Game

Geocaching typically takes place outside but what if there was a video game you could play that would lead you to caches in the real world?  Well there is.  At least there is for the 31 geocaches that make up the EmberQuest geoart and series.  Join me this episode as I talk to Dan Monroe, fellow geocacher and creator of this fun twist on geocaching. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org Facebook: @Geocache.adventures.podcast...

S3E20: Wherigo Geocaches explained

A wherigo is a unique type of geocache.  They have a physical container like a traditional cache and immerse you in unique experience a bit like an adventure lab.  They are truly one or a kind.  However, they also present some unique challenges.  From trying to create a wherigo to trying to load the cartridge, these geocaches are known for frustrating geocahers.  In this episode, I talk with fellow geocacher, Steve Miller, about wherigo geocaches.  We take a look about how to create them, ho...

S3E19: Geocaching With Halemeister

So many geocachers are passionate about the game of geocaching and that passion can manifest in many different ways.  Many host events and create hides while many others enjoy documenting their travels and adventures in blog or vlog form.  Once such geocacher, who you may be familiar with, is Halemeister from the Geocaching with Halemeister YouTube Channel.  In this episode, I'm joined by Halemeister as we discuss everything from how he got started vlogging, to the origins of Mr. Bill, and m...

S3E18: Geocache Search and Rescue Training

If you listen to this podcast then you know what geocaching is and most of us have probably heard of search and rescue teams before either from the news or TV or movies.  But how do the two go together and how do you train dogs to do it?  In this episode, I'm joined by returning guest Kitten Davis, to talk about her background in search in rescue and how she uses it, not only for navigation training, but to train dogs for evidence recovery. Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadvent...

S3E17: Geocache Maintenance - What you Need to Know

If you're going to talk about hiding geocaches then you should really talk about maintaining them as well right?  So it only made sense to me to do the two back to back.  Maintaining a cache may seem like common sense to some but not to all and there are so many caches out there that aren't maintained well or at all.  And so many cachers wanting to help a CO and doing maintenance on caches they find.  It seemed like to good idea take a look at the topic and shed some light on the subject for...

Short story contest

Listen for detials on how you can enter this year's annual fictional short story contest. Music: Halloween Theme 1 by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

S3E16 Hiding Caches

We all love finding geocaches but not everyone loves to hide them.  Maybe you're not sure how to go about hiding a geocache.  Well in this episode we cover the basics of how to hide a geocache and even some tips for hiding a geocache.  But if you're a seasoned pro at hiding geocaches, this episode has something for you as well.  In this episode I talk to fellow geocacher Trycacheus, from Gilby, North Dakota, the Disney of Geocaching and take a look at some of his gadget cache hides as well a...

S3E15: World Wide Flash Mob (WWFM) Geocaching Event

You've probably heard about Mega events and even Giga events.  But what about a world wide geocaching event?  Well it just so happens there is one and it last about 15 minutes in total.  It's the Wold Wide Flash Mob (WWFM) Geocaching Event.  Join me this episode as I talk with Sonny, on of the host of the Podcacher Podcast and creators of this world wide event.  Hear the story of how it came about and maybe even get a few ideas for hosting one yourself. Show notes can be found at http://g...

S3E14: A Pocket Full of Caches - A Look at Pocket Queries

Maybe you've heard the term pocket queries thrown around but don't really know what they are.  Maybe you know they are a great way to create offline list but aren't sure how to do it.  If so, you're in the same category as me.  Maybe you absolutely love them and use them all the time.  If so, then you're in good company with returning guest Rich Cunningham.  You may remember Rich from part 1 of our human trackables mini series (link available below under related episodes).  Well he is back an...

S3E13: Geocaching hazards ways to stay safe in the woods

There are many urban caches in the world but there are many out in the wilderness as well.  For the most part, the woods are fairly safe.  Especially if you're in an area you know or a national park or conservation area.  But there can still be some hazards lurking about.  In this episode I am joined by Dan who is a Media Specialist with the Missouri Department of Conservation to take a look at ways to stay safe in the woods.  We look at a range of topics from dealing with bugs and poison iv...

S3E12 Travel Bugs Band

If you love geocaching and you love music, you should check out The Travel Bugs.  With songs of all different genres and all about geocaching, there's something for everyone.  Join me as I talk with Steve, the creator of the Travel Bugs.  We talk about the origins and inspiration behind the band as well as past performances and upcoming projects and the current Travel Bugs album, Fount It! Show notes can be found at http://geocacheadventures.org.   Web: http://geocacheadventures.org...