Friday, March 13, 2009

Concurrent Session #7 - Geocaching for Beginners

Presented by Kevin Merritt from Greenville County's Instructional Technology office, this is the one new thing I learned at conference that is totally new to me and I'm most excited about using! Make sure you check Kevin's website for handouts and ideas for lessons. Fun, fun, fun! A quick search of the Internet on "geocaching lessons" renders great results and a search in OnePlaceSC pulled some great articles - both for adults and kids.
You can integrate geocaching (real and virtual) into any content area. Use existing caches or create your own! http://www.geocaching.com/



Tips:

  • Hand-held GPS units last longer than car GPS units but they can be used

  • Take a pencil to sign log books

  • Containers to create your own cache (research this before you attempt - there are guidelines) - ammo boxes (from Army/Navy store), pill bottles, Rubbermaid containers

  • Take a camera!

  • Beware of GeoMuggles

  • Experienced members of the group agreed that Garmin is a good brand. Don't spend a lot of money. More expensive models have more but unnecessary functions.

  • Some phones that are GPS enabled can be used, but may require additional subscription costs.

  • There is software you can purchase that will load locations to multiple GPS units (good for classes)

  • Check descriptions for locations before you plan your visits for terrain conditions, pet restrictions, etc.

  • Check with ranger stations at parks for lists

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