Finding local cachers

[+Ankah77]

I was thinking about doing a personal ad type of thing for friends. I am really new to geocaching and my ex boyfriend got me into it I have probably only found about 5 of them so far. I am not sure if we are going to be able to stay friends or not, but regardless I want to be more active and try to find people to go geocaching with. The question I have is can I mention geocaching in a personal ad for looking for people to do this with or is that 'breaking the rules'? Thanks for the advice

[+redwoodkestrel]

It's totally fine! You should also see if there's a local geocaching group in your area - it's a good way to find people to go caching with. Good luck!

[cazetofamo97]

If you place a really cool cache near where you live, when you pass by, you might see people trying to find it. introduce your self to them. when they see how cool your cache is, they will think youur kool. great way to meet people, i have that way.

[+cerberus1]

Or you could attend a nearby event on the 26th and meet folks who might be willing to cache with you.

[+The_Incredibles_]

It's fine to mention geocaching in a personal ad. It's not much of a secret anymore.

 

I would also suggest attending events and mentioning that you are looking for people to go caching with. I'm sure you'll get a very positive response.

[+Trucker Lee]

I wouldn't go the ad route, too many weirdos out there looking for an opportunity. Go instead through Geocaching itself, attending events will get you into contact with the serious cachers in your area who could point you directly to your local group. Most likely, you would be in the midst of it already. Enjoy.

[+TeamRabbitRun]

I agree with Trucker Lee. Stick with the resources WITHIN the hobby to find GC partners.

 

Think about it: "Single female seeking stranger to go out to remote wooded locations..."

 

Yeah, go find a GeoCaching event (see Cerberus' note above) or contact some local people active in your area. To find them, read the logs of caches near you. You'll see frequent names. If someone has a bunch of hides nearby, it's likely they're local. Pick people who mention going out in groups, or with family, etc.

 

Stay safe!

[cazetofamo97]

Try putting a message in a cache telling you to email you through geocaching so that you can get to know them a little, then ask to meet them, that way you know they are geocachers. then go find caches in places with high reported traffic before going after the more secluded ones