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Discovering Geocaching: A Treasure Hunt Adventure for Merton Schools

Join Mr. Pomeroy in exploring the exciting world of geocaching! Learn about the essentials of this treasure hunt activity, including etiquette, using GPS devices like Garmin and iPhone, and apps such as C:Geo for Android. This engaging experience encourages teamwork and respect for the environment as students work in groups of four to find hidden caches. Remember to be silent in the halls and not to share discoveries. With guidance and the right tools, you're sure to have an unforgettable adventure outdoors!

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Discovering Geocaching: A Treasure Hunt Adventure for Merton Schools

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  1. Geocaching Merton Schools By: Mr. Pomeroy

  2. What is Geocaching • http://youtu.be/-4VFeYZTTYs

  3. Etiquette in Geocaching • http://youtu.be/12cCeKQRVw4

  4. Using a Garmin GPS device • Can use to plug in coordinates • Use as a compass to get you to a cache • Can you bring one here to keep?

  5. Iphone • Can use as a compass and a GPS to find coordinates • Help me find a good compass or program to use • Ihike GPS

  6. Android Phone • Best choice • Use C:Geo app • Can use coordinates and gives you distance to target cache • Please Download

  7. Car GPS (Garmin, Tom Tom,etc) • Will work • Must plug in coordinates • Will have to guess which way to go, but will tell you how far away you are • http://youtu.be/J4EQq_jrI_M

  8. Different Caches

  9. How many devices do we have? Almost there!

  10. Going to Make groups of 4 How will we do this?

  11. Treasure Hunt Today • Inside • Must be silent walking through halls • Do not share if you find a cache. • Report to me when done • Outside • Respect the equipment and our school • Work together as a group • Worry about your group

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