The first time I heard about geocaching was in eighth grade. If you are from Waldron you probably have heard of our since teacher who we affectionately referred to as “Momma Hill”. I couldn’t tell you why she told us about geocaching, if it was part of a lesson or just something we were discussing. But I remember thinking it sounded so neat to track down these things called “caches” that were logged by GPS coordinated. And then I sorta forgot about it, and never checked it out.
Fast forward a few years, and a friend suggested an article on it after her and her husband picked up the hobby. She is in a different state and I thought to myself I bet this isn’t a popular thing in Arkansas, will I even be able to find any caches here?
Yes. Yes, I will.
Caches come in a variety of sizes, and can be hidden wherever. Cemeteries are common places, but I’ve also noticed road signs are common places around this area. Many have logbooks, and some have big enough containers to take and leave trinkets. To find caches around you there is a geocaching app to download.
In the app are GPS coordinates as well as a hint to help you find the caches. Along with the physical logbook most have with them, you can log your find in the app to let others know if you found it and the condition.
Geocaching may be the perfect new hobby for you in the new year! Get your app and your eyes ready and head out to search for the next cache. Maybe we will see each other out caching!
