User manual GARMIN INTRODUCTION TO GEOCACHING

[. . . ] Geocaching. com is a copyright of Grounded Inc. September 2001 Part Number 190-00252-00 Rev. A Printed in U. S. A. Introduction Did you know that there are hidden treasures waiting to be found tucked away in the mountains, forests, waterways, deserts, cities or parks near you?How would you like to have a treasure map that tells you where they are buried?Do you have a place that you would like to share with others, but just need to give them an incentive to get there? [. . . ] At the very least you should leave the date and time you visited the cache. 1 Larger caches typically consist of a waterproof container-- like a waterproof box or plastic canister-- placed discreetly within the local terrain. The container will include the logbook and any number of more or less valuable items. These items turn the cache into a fun treasure hunt!You never know what the founder or other visitors of the cache may have left for you to enjoy. Remember, if you take something, it's only fair to leave something in return. Items in a cache could be (but are not limited to): Maps, books, software, hardware, CDs, videos, pictures, money, jewelry, tickets, antiques, tools, games, toys, pens, mementos, trinkets, etc. It is recommended that items in a cache be individually packaged in clear zipped plastic bags to protect them. Dangerous items like explosives, ammo, drugs and alcohol should never be placed in a cache. All ages of people hide and seek caches, so use some thought before placing an item into a cache. Animals have better noses than humans, and in some cases caches have been chewed through and destroyed because they contained food items. How do I get started? 2 You will need a GPS unit to find or mark cache locations and Internet access for sharing or finding the coordinates. GARMIN offers an impressive array of products for the outdoor enthusiast on the go. You can visit our web site at www. garmin. com to find information on a unit that suits your lifestyle. The online dealer locator can help you find a dealer near you to purchase a unit. Once you have a GPS unit, you will need to get on the Internet to start finding cache locations or report a cache that you have created. We recommend starting at www. geocaching. com, which lists thousands of caches across the U. S. A. At geocaching. com you will also find details and helpful hints on finding and creating the daily growing number of caches. There are also user forums, cache notes, pictures of some caches, or notes of other people's experiences finding the cache. Some may be visible from 20 feet away, while others in heavily traveled areas may be buried under some rocks. Caches are rated by difficulty and terrain. You could need climbing gear or special equipment for some, or a comfortable pair of walkGEOCACHING. COM ing or hiking shoes for others. [. . . ] Whether for family fun, exercise, outdoor education or the thrill of the hunt, there is a "global gameboard" just outside your door. More caches are being placed and found every day with untold treasures just waiting to be discovered. Get off the couch, get a GARMIN, get outdoors and get into the fun. Happy caching! 3 Our Customer Commitment GARMIN International aims to enrich the lives of our customers, suppliers, distributors, and employees by providing the very best products that offer superior quality, safety, and operational features at affordable prices. [. . . ]