Geocaching is your chance to be part global explorer, part detective. You’ll search for treasure chests, called “geocaches,” using a device called a GPS receiver to find each chest’s secret hiding place. Get ready for a thrilling adventure!
1. Prepare for your adventure
2. Learn to use a GPS receiver
3. Make a trade item
4. Go on a geocaching adventure
5. Take part in a bug’s travels!
When I’ve earned this badge, I’ll know how to have a geocaching adventure.
Part of the Adventure sequence. Earned by Junior Scouts.
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Geocaching devices/GPS units can be rented out from the State College Girl Scouts office. They are many local geocaches to find. We found one by Sunset Park and a couple in Hartley woods (between Sunset Park and the Arboretum).