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WestonWyse: Merging from geocaching. Also, calling it a "game" has drawn a lot of flack from opponents, so it's a somewhat controversial label. "Recreational activity" is much less problematic.

2006-06-19T17:59:30Z

Merging from geocaching. Also, calling it a "game" has drawn a lot of flack from opponents, so it's a somewhat controversial label. "Recreational activity" is much less problematic.

BigWhiteTruck: categorized

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-'''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receiver]]s to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
+'''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receiver]]s to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade item]]s.  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
 [[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|thumb|right|A classic geocache: A regular size cache in a military-style 50mm ammunition box.]]

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-'''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
+'''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receiver]]s to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
 [[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|thumb|right|A classic geocache: A regular size cache in a military-style 50mm ammunition box.]]

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 '''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
-[[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|A regular size, traditional geocache)|right]]
+[[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|thumb|right|A classic geocache: A regular size cache in a military-style 50mm ammunition box.]]
 Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, [[virtual cache]]s, hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.

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 '''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
+[[Image:TraditionalCache.jpg|A regular size, traditional geocache)|right]]
 Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, [[virtual cache]]s, hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.

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−	Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, [[~~Virtual Cache\|~~virtual ~~caches~~]], hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.	+	Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, [[virtual cache]]s, hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.

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−	Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, virtual caches, hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.	+	Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, [[Virtual Cache\|virtual caches]], hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.

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-Geocaching is a game using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "cache", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.
+'''Geocaching''' is a recreational activity using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object.  The hidden object is called a "[[geocache]]", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]].  Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it.  The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.  All it requires is a GPSr, and an internet connection and computer.  [[Map skills]] certainly help, but in many [[urban geocaching|urban areas]] and along many trails, even that is not a requirement.
-Over time, many [[Types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, virtual caches, hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.
+Over time, many [[types of caches]] have emerged. Moving caches, virtual caches, hitchhikers, so-called locationless caches, even event caches, are popular.
-Enjoyed by thousands of people around the globe, this activity draws people from all walks of life, and of all ages.  If you ask ten different "geocachers" why they enjoy this hobby, you will most likely get ten different but enthusiastic answers.  Geocaching is most often praised for bringing people to places they've never been, even "right in their own backyard".  Many people also enjoy the thrill of doing things they never thought they would do, like crawl through a storm drain or a cave.  You will also hear a lot about how geocaching has finally "gotten me out and exercising again", and the occasional "I've lost XX pounds and quit smoking because of this".
+Enjoyed by thousands of people around the globe, this activity draws people from all walks of life, and of all ages.  If you ask ten different "[[geocacher]]s" why they enjoy this hobby, you will most likely get ten different but enthusiastic answers.  Geocaching is most often praised for bringing people to places they've never been, even "right in their own backyard".  Many people also enjoy the thrill of doing things they never thought they would do, like crawl through a storm drain or a cave.  You will also hear a lot about how geocaching has finally "gotten me out and exercising again", and the occasional "I've lost XX pounds and quit smoking because of this".

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	Geocaching is a game using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object. The hidden object is called a "cache", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]]. Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it. The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.		Geocaching is a game using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object. The hidden object is called a "cache", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]]. Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it. The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.

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−	Geocaching is a game using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates ~~and their own [[GPS receivers]]~~ to try and locate the hidden object. The hidden object is called a "cache", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]]. Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it. The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.	+	Geocaching is a game using [[GPS receivers]] to describe the location of a hidden object using coordinates in [[latitude and longitude]], and then challenging other people to use the coordinates to try and locate the hidden object. The hidden object is called a "cache", and is almost invariably some type of container which holds a [[log book]] at the very least, and usually some [[trade items]]. Anyone who finds the cache must sign the log book and then replace the cache as they found it. The person also has the option of trading something they brought with them for a trade item from the cache.