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1. What is geocaching?

Geocaching is a modern treasure hunt using a phone app or a GPS device to find containers or “caches” hidden all over the world--including in South Fayette Township parks.

2. What does a geocache look like?

Geocaches come in all shapes and sizes. They can be as small as a pencil eraser and as large as a Tupperware container. They are categorized by size. We recommend starting with a “regular” sized cache.

Geocaches contain a waterproof container holding a logbook or sheet, and if size permits, small trinkets.

3. Where are geocaches hidden?

Geocaches are hidden all over the world - from deep forest to urban areas. They are hidden in or under objects, but they are never buried.

South Fayette Township parks are home to seven geocaches.

4. How do I geocache in South Fayette Township parks?

1. Explore www.geocaching.com and set up an account. Accounts are free, but there is a paid option for upgraded features..
2. Find one of the South Fayette Township park’s geocaches using the search feature. Here are the GC codes for the geocaches in South Fayette Township parks:
   • Fairview Park: GC8XVDT and GC8XV30
   • Sturgeon Park: GC8XTZN
   • Morgan Park: GC7FC1T
   • Boys Home Park: GC8NXAF
   • Preservation Park: GC8KE58 and GC8NX87
3. Pick out the geocaches that you’d like to try first. We recommend having a couple of options.
4. Download the geocaching.com app on your smartphone or download the coordinates to your preferred GPS device.
5. Head to the park and start exploring! The app or GPS device will tell you where to generally find the cache, but not the specifics on how to get there or where it might be hiding. That’s up to you to figure out!
6. Once you find the cache, log your find in the log book found with the cache and on the app or website.

5. What are some tips for geocaching?

• Log when you do not find a cache. This helps the owner know that it may need maintenance.
• Always hide the cache exactly the way you found it.
• Caches are supposed to be hidden from the general public, so keep a low profile and keep the cache location hidden when searching.
• Respect the green space and take your trash with you: Cache in, trash out!
• Make a plan before you go. Check and dress for the weather.