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Best books to learn Geocaching, in order

Geocaching is easy to start and surprisingly deep once you stop relying on the arrow: real navigation skill is what separates a frustrating hunt from a quick find. A good path covers the game itself, then map, compass and GPS properly, then hiding caches well — and finally the ciphers that puzzle caches are built on.

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Frequently asked questions

How should I approach learning geocaching?
Geocaching is easy to start and surprisingly deep once you stop relying on the arrow: real navigation skill is what separates a frustrating hunt from a quick find. A good path covers the game itself, then map, compass and GPS properly, then hiding caches well — and finally the ciphers that puzzle caches are built on.
What's a good book to start geocaching with?
A strong starting point is Be expert with map and compass by Kjellström, Björn. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after geocaching?
Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Wilderness navigation, Metal detecting, Rockhounding and gem collecting.

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