FollowGeocaching with Kids: The Ultimate Treasure Hunt
Kids love toys, surprises and of course their inner pirate personas simply can’t pass up a good treasure hunt. A geocaching hunt offers all the thrills of a toy surprise along with the satisfaction that accompanies finding a lost treasure. As one of the best and most productive ways to spend quality time with your children while satisfying their cravings for adventure and good old fashioned active fun, there are still some important factors every geocache leader should remember to make the most out of their treasure hunt. So for the most successful and drama free day of geocaching with kids, keep these essential tips and tricks in mind.
Bring Snacks- This is just as basic as it sounds. On a treasure hunt, your little pirates may need some sustenance. Snacks never hurt the cause when you’re planning an adventure. They can even act as bribes when one or two of your little ones begins to get cranky or impatient. Get creative and pack some quick and easy but always fun healthy snacks.
Plan Outings You Are Certain Will Provide Swag- Another easy but essential note, children love stuff. Period. So plan for only age appropriate geocaches that will offer them a surprise “treasure” at the end to give them a reward to go along with their healthy sense of young accomplishment. This will also keep your mini hunters enthusiastic about the day.
Keep the Hunts Simple for Their Age Group- Consider your group of kids’ age, skill set and abilities when planning the geocache day. Take what you know about each child into account and what kind of learning goals you can incorporate into the hunt to make the adventure challenging without evoking any unnecessary frustrations. After all, we want them to learn something, not get overwhelmed and defeated.
