Geocaching is an outdoor, modern day treasure hunting activity. Instead of a treasure map, Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates are used to locate the treasure.
These treasures, or geocaches, are hidden containers that typically contain a logbook and pencil, as well as small trinket trade items. With these trade items, you can leave them or swap one with an item of your own. So come prepared!
These geocaches are hidden all over the world, and in varying degrees of difficulty of locating them, or terrain. According to a 2013 statistic, Canada is third in the world for active geocaches.
Places may have guidelines about caches in their area, such as Parks Canada, or may have activity sheets, such as Banff, so it's best to check their websites first for more information.
Other than that, make sure you have a GPS device or smartphone, register at Geocaching.com, and then hit the trails!
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