App of the week: Geocaching
Geocaching app image
This weeks app is Geocaching!
Geocaching is an application that uses a monthly paid subscription that displays a map of your surrounding area and the many geocaches in that area.
What is a geocache? A geocache is a physical object hidden by another Geocaching user anywhere the user wants. The object’s location after being hidden is uploaded to the Geocaching app and given a brief description of its surrounding location to make it a bit easier for the hunter to find.
Geocache description screenshot.
The application is well designed to let any aged user pick up their phone and easily navigate the application with ease.
How do I find a geocache?
First you make a account and decide whether you want the premium membership or not. The subscription will cost you $10 for 3 months or $25 for a year membership. A premium subscription will allow you to access premium geocaches.
A screenshot of the many geocaches around the San Jose area
You will be greeted by a map of your area that shows the geocaches near you.
A face symbolizing the finding of a geocache.
After reading the description on this geocache we head to out to find it.
A closed geocache found by Lincoln lion tales.
The geocache was well hidden. Inside geocaches you will find a log to sign and a couple of goodies you can take, you can also put things in for other people to have.
A open geocache found by Lincoln lion tales.
Geocaching gets a 8/10 for being well laid out and easy to use.
The Positives: Geocaching is an amazing application that encourages people to go out and explore their surroundings.
The negatives: the paid subscription scares people away due to not everyone being able to afford it.
The free account doesn’t give you much variety.
Check it out here! https://www.geocaching.com/play
Juan Alcala resident of San Jose senior at Lincoln High School enjoys photography and movie making on his free time he likes to read comics, make animations,...
