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Volunteers Needed

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It is that time of year again. Various groups throughout the area are planning their summer schedules and we have received several requests for geocaching classes. We are looking for volunteers to help out. Generally speaking the classes will consist of a short presentation on geocaching and, for most, a short trip into the local wilds looking for caches. NoVAGO has several presentations in hand from previous classes and we are looking to update them before all the classes start, so there is very little prep work to be done. A typical class lasts around 2 hours anad could be any time of day or day of week. What we need are speakers to give the presentation and a few helpers to accompany the students on a cache hunt. The bottom line is we need YOU, whatever level of support you are comfortable with. As classes come up, we will … Continue reading →

Looking Ahead …

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Well, hope everyone is over the holidays and back into the swing of things. Lots happening in NoVAGO. Trying to set up the winter event, looking into a couple requests for assistance in Geocaching Classes, and generally trying to stir the pot. Winter event – I have been looking for an inside venue and have not had much luck. I did get a suggestion that maybe one of the communities has a community center we could use for a nominal fee of course … Just don’t know which one ..That is where YOU come in … If you have a center that may be available early February, please let me know and we will look into it. Classes – We have had a couple requests so far for support in Geocaching Classes. If you are interested, your time permitting of course, and can help out with teaching, helping explain GPS … Continue reading →

Happy New Year …

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Just wanted to say a few words to kick things off.   This will probably be the only time you will get a “few” words out of me 😉 First, I would like to thank the outgoing Officers and Directors for all their work in the past year.  We have come a long way this year with many new members and milestones galore.   I would ask everyone to welcome in the new Officers for 2013: President                   rufnredy Vice President        Schwandt Secretary                 WVKiwi Treasurer                 KanukGirl Public Relations    Nicole and Jim We are all looking forward to a great year and much success. Part of our plan is to have a number of events throughout the area. The first is GC42XH3 Thanks!  We want to invite everyone to attend this Thursday evening.  It is a chance to thank the … Continue reading →

October 2012 Spotlight: B-Sharps

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Tell us about your caching name B-Sharps was bestowed upon us during the GC2R3K0 incident. You’ll have to check that cache page out for more details. Our original name was .trabpukciP but we immediately realized how horrible that was and it gave us an idea for our first cache. How were you introduced to Geocaching and what was the first cache you found? Geocaching was just something we learned about through osmosis. We wanted to go hiking one day and so we loaded up coordinates for GCGCCF. It was all we needed to start the addiction full on. Tell us about your receiver and any other “tools” (hardware and software) that help you cache: Heather frequently calls me a tool, so I would say that I’m the most important tool aside from our Garmin Oregon 450. What essential items do you always carry in your cache bag? Other tools have been, chain saws, … Continue reading →

NoVAGO’s 2011 Geocache Awards

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Voting for the 2011 Cache Awards has begun and you can go HERE to see what caches or cachers to vote for. Once you have decided VOTE HERE Winners will be announced at Down by the River “NoVAGO’s Spring Event” There will be extra incentive to visit these caches, in the form of another cache (in the works!) that will require you to find a certain number of the nominated caches. The idea is that you can go visit as many of the nominated caches as possible before you vote. So go get ’em! Here is a bookmark list of nominated caches. … Continue reading →

NoVAGO’s 2011 Cache Award Nominations

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Each year we hold voting to highlight some of the best caches that were placed in the NoVAGO area. This is a chance for you to recognize the efforts of your fellow NoVAGO cachers who have placed hides that you have enjoyed (or hope to enjoy one day!) From now and until the 18th of March, we will be taking nominations for the categories below. The list of nominated caches and cachers will be posted for everyone to check out and then vote on, starting on or about March 21st, and will continue for a month when voting will be locked. A special cache will be placed that will require you to visit a good percentage of the nominated caches in order to log the cache. (Check back later for details.) The winners will be announced at the Spring NOVAGO event. See more HERE! … Continue reading →

NoVAGO “Frozen Event” GC1132A 27 Feb 2011

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Come one, come all to what (regardless of the weather) promises to be a warm time with good friends.  Long time geocacher, or just getting started, NoVAGO member, or not…everyone is welcome.  NoVAGO is hosting a “Frozen Event” GC1132A at Lake Fairfax Park, click the blue title bar above to go right to the cache page. – Specifics are: 9am, 27 February 2011 Lake Fairfax Pavilion “K” (next to the lake) Coffee and other hot beverages along with breakfast pastries will be provided. NoVAGO Coins and Patches will be available for purchase. Lake Fairfax Park has many geocaches, and there will even be a few new ones!! Lake Fairfax Park Ranger attending (tentative). Maybe a cache run to the BAT-21 caches if anyone is interested (since the final of the series is in the same park.).

Take Pride in Your Hide

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There are no “rules” in Geocaching…only Guidelines, and the following chapters are presented for your information, and to highlight some of those guidelines. I certainly don’t know all there is to know about the pastime, but I’ve been involved for a very long time — “guys talk, ya see things, and I get around.” Newcomers to geocaching may find this information, and the associated tips, reminders, and links helpful…while Old Timers might spot something new, or that jogs their memory. Geocaching has grown by leaps and bounds, and one thing is for sure…it is imperative that we all follow the established guidelines so that the pastime we enjoy continues to be recognized as a legitimate recreational activity. The individual chapters below were each published separately in the General Discuss Forum…they remain open for discussion, and I will review them from time to time and incorporate any pertinent comments/suggestions here in … Continue reading →

NoVAGO Puzzle Class Event (GC1V7V2)

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A class to share puzzle solving tips and ideas. Time is 6:30- 8:00 on July 29th. Location is the Chantilly branch of the Fairfax County Public Library located at Stringfellow Road and Rt. 50. Some people seek out puzzles and some avoid them like the plague. I think the latter group (I think know cphug184 is talking about me there) misses out on two things: some fantastic caches and the double victory of the solve and the find.  I marvel at some of the creativity of fellow cachers out there and they add value to my caching experience. I hope to give you some tools to enjoy similar experiences.  This evening, we will discuss some generic types of puzzles using some local puzzles and some not so local.  We will talk about how to figure out what possible paths to take to solve puzzles and we will share some internet … Continue reading →

June 2008 Spotlight: TeamWeathergirl

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TEAM WEATHERGIRL – What a great caching bunch! Tell us about your caching name. I work in the weather business bouncing between the National Weather Service and managing weather satellite development programs. My daughter got enamored with weather and picked up the nickname of “Weathergirl” at a young age. Weathergirl has four brothers and being the only girl is not always easy. Since she was the most enthusiastic about geocaching when we started, we went with her nickname. In a way it helps her stand out from the male dominated crowd she lives with. Tell us about the members of Team Weathergirl and what each one of you brings to the caching experience. Our youngest cacher’s nickname is Mr. O. He turns 10 this month and is the most enthusiastic about opening the cache to find the surprises inside. His most favorite treasures are matchbox cars. He likes caching with … Continue reading →