Is Geocaching copyrighted?

The Geocaching logo is a registered trademark of Groundspeak, Inc. DBA Geocaching. Used with permission.

Is Geocaching still a thing 2021?

Whether you’re a seasoned geocacher or you’re new to the activity, you’ll be happy to know that, yep, geocaching is still a thing. According to the folks at the official Geocaching headquarters, there are more than 3 million active geocaches located around the world.

What does P and G mean in Geocaching?

Park-and-Grab
Cache and Dash, a cache placed in a location that allows a quick grab. Also known as Park-and-Grab (P&G or PNG).

What does TB mean in Geocaching?

Travel Bug®
TB. “Travel Bug®”. A tag with a unique code that can be attached to an item. The trackable is then carried from cache to cache (or person to person) in the real world, and its progress can be followed on Geocaching.com. Also known as Trackables and GeoCoins.

What does tot mean in geocaching?

Geocaching TOTT (Tools Of The Trade)

Who owns geocaching?

Groundspeak Inc.
The largest site is Geocaching.com, owned by Groundspeak Inc., which began operating in late 2000. With a worldwide membership and a freemium business model, the website claims millions of caches and members in over 200 countries.

Is geocaching illegal?

Geocaching is an illegal activity in National Forest wilderness if personal property is left unattended. Caches are not allowed in wilderness areas.

What is blue switch day?

Blue Switch Day is held on May 2 each year and recognises when the US Government ‘flipped the switch’ and made high-accuracy GPS (Global Positioning System) available to everyone.

What does CLF mean in geocaching?

These types of caches have a physical container to find and should be logged online after the Additional Logging Requirements are met. CHARTER MEMBER – Geocachers who have been Premium Members from the first year that Geocaching.com started to today. CLF – Chain Link Fence. CO – Cache Owner.

What does FP mean in geocaching?

Are you a favourite point hoarder or do you just give them away for any old reason?

What does nano mean in geocaching?

Nano – For the very tiniest of geocaches.

What does BOP mean in geocaching?

Base of Post
BOP – Base of Post. BOT – Base of Tree. BYOP – Bring your Own Pencil/Pen.

When did geocaching start using the logo?

Logo Usage Guidelines. We began using the Geocaching logo in 2001. Since then, it has become a symbol that joyfully screams “Geocaching!” in any language. Many geocachers want to use the Geocaching logo or our other trademarks for various geocaching-related things—and we love that!

Are there any free geocaching log templates?

Below is a list of the currently available FREE Geocaching Log templates. Click the link on the template you require to view more details and to download it for free. 0.7cm (.3″) Wide Nano Log – suits most nano caches!

What are the guidelines for using a Logo Kit?

By downloading a logo kit, you are agreeing that you have read and will adhere to the following usage guidelines: Use our logos for personal use. (We love the tattoos!) Give us credit. When using our logos, if possible, add the credit provided above.