Out and About

We have made it to the cache hiding area, known as ground zero or GZ. Our GPS shows that we are right on top of the cache...but where is it? Well, that is the second part of geocaching. 
Once you have made it to the hide area, you have to locate the cache. It is very helpful to know the size of container while looking. The size will have an effect on where the cache is hidden and I have seen many different sizes and types of cache containers. Caches can be hidden just about anywhere, but there are some rules:

• No cache can be intentionally buried underground. 
• Most cache owners try to avoid hiding caches in a way that would cause people to destroy or dismantle anything. It is a general rule that we should leave the area better than we found it (well, at least not worse.)
• Any cache hidden on private property should have permission form the property owner.

So you have found the cache, now what? You will want to find the log and sign it. The log is your proof that you indeed found the cache. I have read about some cache owners who will check the log in the cache against the log on the website. I personally don't bother as I figure people are only cheating themselves if they don't actually find the cache. You may then want to look in the container to see if there is anything worth trading. Once finished with the cache, be sure to replace it as you found it (unless you found it laying out in the open,) to be ready for the next cacher. Now on to the next hide!