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 and I’m certain we could have talked far longer. With so many great stories, it didn’t seem right to try to ..read more

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. Places and Things Mentioned – GeoWoodstock XIX-2023 (Geocache page) – GeoWoodstock (Official Website) – GeoW ..read more

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. Places and Things Mentioned – Mingo, KS – Mingo (GC30) (Geocache Page) – Mingo Madness (FaceBook Page) – Mingo Tribute Plaque (Geocache Page) Timestamp Outline 1:05 – Introducing fellow geocacher Ryan Semmel 2:55 – Min ..read more

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. Places and Things Mentioned – “We’re Gonna Find a Geocache” (Amazon Link) Related Episodes – S2E14: Comet Goes Geocaching Timestamp Outline 1:05 – Introducing Catherine, fe ..read more

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 and turn it into its own episode. Places and Things Mentioned S4E2: Liar Liar – Lairs Geocaches Explained Rel ..read more

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. Places and Things Mentioned – SirDrumalot YouTube Channel – 4 Geocaches, 1 Yard (YouTube Video) – AtlasQuest.com (Letterboxing site) Sources – First Letterbox ..read more

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. Places and Things Mentioned – Earthcache I (first every EarthCache, cache page) – This is Planet Earth (podcast mini s ..read more

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. Places and Things Mentioned – Geocaching Downunder Podcast (Apple podcast) – Geocaching Downunder Podcast (YouTube) Timestamp Outline 0:50 ..read more

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. Sources – Liars Cache (Geocaching Wiki) Related Episodes – S2E1: Peoria, IL Hidden History Series – S2E11: Caching with Team Katz – S2E16: Geocaching ..read more

A mix of geocaching and space exploration? Yes please! GeoTours add a unique geocaching experience to areas by working with local commerce and local geocaches to create a tour highlighting an area. But one GeoTour has taken things to the next level by creating a learning experience that explores the JPSS and LandSat satellites. Join me as I talk with Julie Hoover, from NASA’s JPSS program, and Jeff Caulfield, from Geocaching HQ, to learn more about this unique and exciting GeoTour. Places and Things Mentioned – LandSat – JPSS – JPSS & Landsat in Lompoc GeoTour (Cache Page) – Planetary Geol ..read more