Singing Around The Campfire

Nothing’s better than the wind to your back, the sun in front of you, and your friends beside you.

~Aaron Douglas Trimble

Time spent with good friends is hard to beat! I really enjoy my JAG Nation friends, and after spending a weekend camping with them, I can't wait for the next event.

Geocaching offers many different things for many different people. Of course there is the fun associated with finding Tupperware hidden out in the woods or film cannisters hidden under a light pole. We all know about that part of this hobby. But think about the other things that Geocaching can offer you. First, there are the various forums. I belong to about twelve different Geocaching related forums and participate in them by reading and posting on them on a regular basis. I have developed many friendships through these forums and really enjoy this part of the hobby.

Another part of the hobby we found ourself addicted too was Geocoin collecting. Geocoins collecting can really be fun, but it can also become very expensive!! We have hundreds of geocoins, averaging in price around $5 each. Our coins come from all over the world and come in all different shapes and designs. We have really slowed down on geocoin collecting, just don't have the funds to keep up any more. If we find one we really like we'll grab it, otherwise we just trade with others from time to time.

To us, the best part about Geocaching has to be the events. We love gathering together with the Geocaching friends we have met along the way. Whether it is just a dinner after work, a camping event for the weekend, or a milestone celebration. We really love events!! We have participated in events around bowling, putt putt golf, baseball games, camping, ice cream socials, among others and always have a blast.

I encourage everyone to participate in Geocaching events. It is a great way to get to know the Geocachers in your area and the friendships you develop are absolutely wonderful.

Sitting around a campfire, roasting marshmallows, singing songs and sharing caching stories, what else do you need? Hope to see you at the next JAG event!!