Whatever it is called, it is a perfect meeting of technology and the great outdoors.

Geocaching Introducing the World’s Fastest Growing “Sport”

Background Information @ 12 Satellites orbiting above us at any given time Creating the GPS, or Global Positioning System Simple Purpose: To pinpoint any location on earth exactly Using latitude and longitude coordinates GPS was originally invented for the military, until the scramble codes for the satellite signals were turned off in May 2000 then everyone can use it!

Definition “Geocaching” Geo: earth Cache: container Some people call it a “sport” others a hobby A real-life “treasure” hunt A short video of what Geocaching IS and what it is NOT! Pause show, visit http://d11mrsboydswiki.pbworks.com for video

On the Web Click on Geocache logo (left) to watch online video. Pause slideshow

Muggles People who move the Geocache unknowingly because they don’t know about Geocaching. Sound Familiar Harry Potter?

Sabotage! When you find a Geocache don’t scream “I found it!” or draw attention to yourself. Keep the game real for all the players, keep the secret  sssshhhh Don’t give away Geocache locations, let the players find them on their own, that’s half the fun.

Complete Questions #1-6 on handout Handout found on my wiki: http://d11mrsboydswiki.pbworks.com Prove your Knowledge!

Credits Narrated by Mrs. Boyd, JSAA Geocache Video: Susan Anderson & Jim Holland, Visions Technology in Education Hyperlink: geocache.com