The bottom line is it does what it says it will do. That being said, I am giving it 4 stars I would give it 4. Where I am, caches are spread out and I would rather see a wide view rather than needing to scroll over and then load a new area.
But given the option of the app on a phone or a GPS that I have to upload and its other limitations, I choose the app on a smart phone any day where I still have cell service. But, then, the app stopped working because groundspeak required more money from users. This seemed unfair, as half of the community were happily volunteering time and supplies to create the caches in the first place.
To access data that is uploaded by others on caches that are maintained by others! And, that the majority of users only access a few times per year, and usually as a fun and leisurely activity with kids or friends! Sadly, I left geocaching for several years because I was so turned off by this.
I just came back as several people have asked me about it and I find that there still have been no major developments to justify this cost. Just basic design tweaks here and there. This is so disappointing, as geocaching is a fantastic activity that once brought people from all over the world together and relied on the volunteer efforts of placers and maintainers.
It still has those aspects but is definitely tainted by greed somewhere in the mix. This app is amazing and did use it all the time! But there are a few things I think you should look into. Firstly, there is no way to edit a geocache desciption or add images one it has been created.
This is a problem for me because there are certain things I hadn't mapped out about my cache that I really needed to add, and no matter what I did, nothing. This way more people will want to get the membership- because it's simpler, but also you will get more money this way.
Everything is just less complex. The last thing isn't so bad, although sometimes it is a problem for me, not being able to "tag" someone else who helped you with the geocache. Simplicity and ease of compliance should be emphasized. The intent of collecting this information is to keep track of the location and number of caches on the project and to contact the owner if the cache needs to be removed. During application, the project should ask the proposed cache owner to provide a current picture form of identification with an address to confirm the applicant's identity.
This information is voluntary, however the applicants request can be denied for failure to comply with the information request. The project is required to store this information in a secure manner. Geocache objects or containers should be clearly identified as such when placed on public lands.
Transparent containers are required, due to homeland security issues. Caches should not contain alcohol, illicit, or other inappropriate materials.
Individuals or groups that participate in geocaching activities on Corps projects must assume responsibility for coordinating these activities with the appropriate Corps project.
This will help prevent potential conflicts with management activities, such as controlled bums, timber sales, wildlife planting activities, etc. It is the due diligence responsibility of the Project Operations Manager to establish designated areas where geocaching will be allowed and other areas where it will be restricted.
Geocaching activities will not be allowed to occur in restricted areas where there could be conflicts with project missions, project security, or the safety of the general public.
If the cache, directly or indirectly, would negatively affect ecologically, environmentally, or socially sensitive areas threatened or endangered species, critical habitats, cultural resources, tribal lands without consent, etc.
In areas that may pose safety risks, such as unstable banks, cliffs, or other potential hazards. Where geocaching activities may interfere with established public uses, such as launching, picnicking, swimming, etc.
Management Considerations. Management considerations at individual projects may require other permanent or temporary measures to ensure that geocaching activities are compatible with other project uses. For example, a project may need to prohibit geocaching during active management in an area for timber harvest, prescribed burning, hunting, or other wildlife management activities.
Some projects may want to encourage and actively participate in geocaching activities to promote the Corps message in a positive way. In certain instances, it may be necessary to issue a Special Event Permit in compliance with Title 36, Conditions that may warrant the need for a Special Event Permit may include one-time activities that are publicly advertised, commercial in nature, involve large numbers of participants, provide cash prizes or other significant awards, have the potential to conflict with other uses of an area, etc.
If a cache must be removed from public lands for operational, safety, environmental, cultural, or other reason, a reasonable effort should be made to contact the cache owner and request removal. If the owner cannot be found, or the cache is not removed within a reasonable time, the cache may be removed and impounded as abandoned property, under 36 CFR In general, geocaching can be a fun and appropriate recreational activity at Corps projects, provided the security or missions of the project are not compromised.
It provides an opportunity for positive interactions and partnerships with local groups involved in this activity. Monitoring of web sites and communication and participation with these groups can form healthy relationships with benefits to all involved. Working with these groups can prevent undesired behavior and promote the Corps as a willing partner. Regulation should be based on common sense needs of specific projects or regions, with minimum permitting burden on the recreating public.
Point of Contact. The point of contact is Mr. All geocaches and geocaching activities within the boundaries of all Native American Reservations located in Oregon are subject to verifiable, documented permission.
All areas within the boundaries of the following Oregon State Parks are off limits to all geocaches and geocaching activities. Any geocaches and geocaching activities within the following State Parks MUST have verifiable, documented permission prior to hiding the cache.
The cache owner must assure their cache is compliant with all aspects of this policy at the time of submission - and should include this information in the note to the reviewer. If at any time Geocaching proves to hinder the effective implementation of the OSU Research Forests mission and goals, it will no longer be an approved recreational use on the forest. Those placing caches shall contact OSU Research Forests staff in order to obtain approval for their cache by e-mailing this form to ryan.
Caches must be approved of in advance before they are placed on the forest. There are no designated geocaching areas on public lands managed by the BLM in Oregon. However, BLM welcomes this activity in appropriate locations on public lands when it is conducted with minimal impact to the environment. A special recreation permit SRP is not required if the geocaching activity complies with casual use conditions. The following conditions apply to casual use. The activity:. Even if the use is determined to be casual, there still may be some concerns about the use, such as placing a cache:.
In this case it would be appropriate to issue a "letter of agreement" with special stipulations attached that would address the concerns. If the geocaching activity or event does not meet the above conditions, the event should be treated as any other organized recreational group or competitive activity or event for which BLM would require the event organizer to obtain an special recreation permit.
The BLM believes that geocaching is an appropriate casual use of public land. However, if use increases or becomes a management issue in a particular area, the following minimum steps may be taken:. There are some locations where placement of physical geocaches are prohibited on BLM administered lands on the Prineville District.
These include:. Site search. Introducing the first in our series of outdoor game reviews: Geocaching. We spoke to walkers and cyclists to see what they thought of the popular location-based game Geocaching. Have you ever wanted to go on a world-sized treasure hunt? Geocaching app. Geocache your way The in-game map allows you to select caches to target and chose an appropriate level of difficulty.
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