Go wild for Geocaching Oct. 28

On Oct. 28, McHenry County Conservation District is hosting a Geocache rally at Coral Woods Picnic Shelter, 7400 Somerset in Marengo.

The Three-Cache Fun Hunt for Beginners runs from 1 to 2:30 p.m., while the Six-Cache Rally runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Check-in for both events begins at 12:30 p.m.

Participants will receive question and answer sheets with the cache coordinates at check-in. Each cache contains a raffle ticket, a fun surprise and clues to answer the questions. Every correct answer earns an additional raffle ticket.

Raffle prizes will be awarded and snacks will be available at the end of both programs. Come dressed for the weather and prepared to hike. Youth under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Pre-registration, including fee payment, is required. Visit www.MCCDistrict.org or call (815) 479-5779 to register for either event.

• Three-Cache Fun Hunt for Beginners: Fee is $1 per person. Online registration code is 107208-01 This easy fun hunt is set along shorter trails and is designed for those who are new to using a GPS unit, or for families with young children. Participants are required to bring their own GPS units.

• Six-Cache Rally: Fee is $2 per person Online registration code is 107154-01. This challenging hunt contains six caches hidden throughout the 407-acre Coral Woods Conservation Area. Participants are required to provide their own GPS units.

What's Geocaching?

Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game that is popular among outdoor enthusiasts. Players start by entering the "waypoint," coordinates of a hidden cache in latitude and longitude, into a global positioning satellite, or GPS, unit. Using the GPS as a guide, players locate and open the cache.

Most caches contain a logbook in which players can record the time and date of their discovery. Caches also may contain small prizes like interesting coins, CDs, photos or toys.