Sunday, December 14, 2008

 

Hello Fellow Cachers

I know that most of mine caching friends that read this blog are hard core cachers.
But if you are a candy butt cacher you may find that my up coming new will be fun to hunt and learn about the old school cache hides.

I am going to put out a new cache just as soon as I have a couple days off to spend in the woods.

Your caching and hiking experience depends on taking precautions.

The following Safety Tips will be on the new cache page.

File a trip plan with family, friends or other responsible person and stick to it so someone will know where you are and who to contact should you fail to arrive home as planned.

Carry water.

Carry a first aid kit. Know how to treat minor injuries. Be aware of where the closest hospital is in case of serious injuries or snakebite.

Wear hiking boots.

Be in shape to take all the punishments a trail will offer.

Travel in a group so help will be there if you need it.

Don't race each other on the trails to be first to get to the cache. Adjust your speed to fir the situation.

Carry a topographic map and compass in addition to your GPS unit. Know how to use them and study the terrain beforehand.

Take a break from time to time to rest.

If you hunt this cache during hunting season, wear bright-colored outer clothing and proceed cautiously.

The forest may be your fun place but it is home to wildlife.
Please respect their needs. Avoid direct interaction with wild animals. They are unpredictable and can be dangerous.

Watch for this cache around the first of the year.

posted by Johnnie 11:15 AM