Geocaching
Modern-day treasure hunting!
There are around 400 caches in Keuruu, a few of which can be found in the Old Keuruu area, amongst other places. Click
here for one of the clues for a geocache in Old Keuruu: http://www.geocaching.com/geocache/GC3PDZ9_vanha-keuruu
Keuruu has plenty of interesting and stunning locations, landscapes and, at times, challenging spots where geocaches are hidden. You can
find out about other caches in the Keuruu area via the link below. The site requires you to log in.
Geocaches in Keuruu on the map.
Free app from the Play Store
You can find more information about geocaching on the Geokätköt.fi website.
Some good geocaching apps for smartphones include: Geocaching and c:geo.
General:
Geocaching is an adventurous outdoor activity suitable for all ages. It can be enjoyed alone, with family or with friends.
Cachers use a satellite (GPS) receiver and cache descriptions stored online to search for ‘treasures’ hidden by other enthusiasts in interesting locations. You can also
find geocache treasures in caches located within nature reserves or national parks. You can combine your outing with, for example, a picnic at a rest area, exploring the park’s nature, or simply admiring the view!
Instructions:
In addition to the coordinates, each cache description includes the size of the container and other clues to help you find it. The size of a cache usually ranges from a film canister to a couple of litres’ worth of freezer containers, but you might even come across a cache the size of a bucket. There are five different difficulty levels for geocaches. The easiest caches are usually found quickly, but the most difficult ones can present a real challenge.
Caches are also classified into five categories based on the difficulty of the terrain. The easiest caches in terms of terrain can be accessed even by wheelchair, whilst the most challenging ones may require physical exertion, special skills or equipment brought along, such as climbing or diving gear. Someone who does not participate in geocaching, known as a ‘cacher’, usually does not notice the caches in the terrain, as they are generally placed out of sight, such as in a crevice in a rock or tree, or within the structure of a bridge.
Inside the cache container, you’ll find a logbook and usually a pen, as well as small items intended for exchange. Your visit is recorded in the geocache’s logbook and on the geocaching community’s website. This allows other enthusiasts to check how many people have visited the cache, when it was last found, and lets the cache owner know that the cache is in good condition. Those looking for a challenge can also compete to see, for example, who is the first to find a new cache or who has found the most caches.
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