This Fun Family Activity Gets Kids Outside

Try This Free Scavenger Hunt Next Time You Want Some Outdoor Adventure

• What: Geocaching
• When: Toddler to college and beyond
• Why: Fun, free, outdoor
• Where: At home or out and about

Stuck at home with kids over the summer and want to bring a little excitement to your day? Maybe you would love to introduce your kids to multiple sites and locales at your next travel destination. If you haven’t tried geocaching with your kids, this summer makes the perfect time to discover this family hobby.

Geocaching is simple. It’s an outdoor game based on clues. Players use hints to locate a specific spot and check it off their list. Download the geocaching app for the best way to play and create an account to get started. Then use the map to find geocaches near you. With more than three million in over 190 countries, caches can be hidden anywhere. From rural spots in the country to tucked just out of sight in urban landscapes, these hidden spots offer oodles of variety.

You can access most caches around the clock, and it costs nothing to play. Difficulties range from simple to challenging, and locations vary as well. Any age can participate, from young children to retirees, making it a great activity for groups, families, or solo participants. Many spots have a logbook you can sign, and you can also check off the location on the app. Some also have small trinkets. When you take an item, you replace it with something similar, making geocaches a great way to encourage kids to part with small items.

Play as a challenge to see how many caches you can find, or play to discover new places. Discover caches near your home, at your favorite places, and everywhere in between. If you want to add some pizzazz to your summer plans both near and far, start your geocaching adventure today.