Synopses & Reviews
Describing the exciting and adventurous world surrounding geocaching--a worldwide hunt in which treasures are located using global positioning system (GPS) devices--this manual offers an understanding and application of the principles and best practices of the sport as well as information on the different types of caches and competitions. With rich illustrations complementing secrets culled from experts, this resource gives participants with basic knowledge new skills for enhancing their experience and provides a visual montage of the different kinds of spots hobbyists can expect to find in the field. Additionally, the dozens of interviews from dedicated geocachers exhibit how the pursuit of hidden treasures has helped people heal frayed marriages and establish new friendships--and even saved lives.
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"A lively and well-written introduction . . . its clear writing and personable tone far surpass similar instruction books . . . also simply an interesting read for all curious about the phenomenon." Library Journal
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"One of the best books ever written on geocaching . . . a must have book if you are a geocacher or are wanting to become one." About.com Forestry Guide
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"Offers understanding and best practices of the sport ... with rich illustrations complementing secrets culled from experts, this resource gives participants new skills for enhancing their experience." Independent Publisher Online
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""A wealth of information on how to get started . . . features photos and profiles of people who've fallen in love with this creative sport . . . and transformed their lives."" ""--Outdoors NW Magazine""
About the Author
Paul Gillin is an award-winning writer and a content marketing consultant who specializes in technology and new media. He has written numerous articles for leading technology publications and travels the country as a speaker on social media and optimizing online channels as marketing tools. He is the author of The New Influencers and Secrets of Social Media Marketing. Dana Gillin is an editor and a website builder with a background in technology and business. The former editor at TechTarget, she launched the companys successful Expert Answer Center website. They live in Framingham, Massachusetts.