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How do you find geocaches from November 2000? In this episode of Challenge Talk, we break down practical strategies for tracking down some of the oldest geocaches still active today. These historic hides are more than just rare finds, they’re milestones in geocaching history, and finding them takes research, planning, and the right approach. We talk about how to prepare for older cache types, research legacy listings, and bui...

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR OUR AUDIO LISTENERS!!!

To celebrate 10 years of the Geocache Talk Network, we’re hosting the ultimate anniversary show. We’re diving into the evolution of geocaching over the last ten years, discussing our favorite caches and hosting some special guests from the community.

Plus, you won't want to miss the special announcements we have lined up for the future of the network!

🎁 WE ARE GIVING AWAY ...

To celebrate 10 years of the Geocache Talk Network, we’re hosting the ultimate anniversary show. We’re diving into the evolution of geocaching over the last ten years, discussing our favorite caches and hosting some special guests from the community.

Plus, you won't want to miss the special announcements we have lined up for the future of the network!

🎁 WE ARE GIVING AWAY PRIZES! 🎁

We have awesome giveaways happeni...

We’re diving into user-supplied geocaching puzzles: the clever, quirky, devious, delightful creations sent in by the geocaching community. From “I solved it in five minutes” confidence traps to puzzles that make you question every life choice since breakfast, this episode celebrates the creativity of puzzle cache owners and the brave solvers who try to crack their codes.

We’ll loo...

EarthCaches have always been more than just another icon on the map. They take us to cliffs, caves, shorelines, road cuts, fossils, faults, and formations, places where geocaching becomes a hands-on lesson in how the Earth works.

But in 2026, the geocaching community is watching a new wave of EarthCache archivals, updates, and tough conversations unfold.

What’s being called the “EarthCache purge” has many cacher...

There were so many awesome and innovative things that happened at GeoWoodstock XXII in Hutchinson, Kansas. This year’s event was a one-of-a-kind weekend packed with adventure, discovery, community, and plenty of unforgettable geocaching moments. Tune in to the show to hear about all the exciting things that happened and to get a look ahead at next year’s GeoWoodstock.

Let’s celebrate Ge...

Hold onto your geocaching hats, because this episode of Gadget Talk is going prehistoric! We’re diving into the wild world of Jurassic Park themed gadget caches where dinosaurs, electronics, hidden compartments, puzzles, sounds, lights, and adventure all come together in one epic cache experience.

From motion sensors and roaring sound effects to DNA-style puzzles, “electric fence” chall...

What happens when a simple game of “Would You Rather?” turns into a full-blown test of nerves, geocaching wisdom, and questionable decision-making?

This week on Geocache Talk, Gary and John sit down for what they think will be a fun, lighthearted episode… until Jesse starts asking the questions. From tricky caching scenarios to uncomfortable choices that no geocacher should ever have to make, Jesse brings the hea...

We’re kicking off the 2026 CacheFest Pre-Event Challenge, and this year we’re bringing the adventure to everyone — whether you’re heading to CacheFest Savannah in person or playing along from home. In this episode of Challenge Talk, we’ll introduce a brand-new challenge format designed to match the theme, energy, and spirit of CacheFest Savannah. We’ll talk about how the challenge works, what mak...

Some geocaches are more than containers hidden in the woods. They shift the way we play, inspire new ideas, create lasting friendships, and sometimes even change the direction of the game itself.

In this episode of Geocache Talk, we’re exploring the geocaches that changed everything — the hides, legendary locations, creative breakthroughs, and unforgettable experiences that left a permanent mark on the way we play the g...

This week on Puzzle Talk, we’re heading deep into the world of the Texas Challenge Mega puzzles — where geocaching strategy, puzzle-solving creativity, and a little bit of “wait… what does that mean?” all collide.

Whether you solved them from your couch, cracked them with a team, stared at one clue for three days, or found yourself proudly saying, “I knew it was a cipher,” this episode dig...

In this episode of Geocache Talk, we'll hear about Gary’s BIG adventure as he explored one of the most cache-rich and scenic regions in the country. From towering evergreens and misty trails to iconic hides and road-trip surprises, this trip was about more than just adding smileys to the map. Gary achieved progress on his Jasmer grid, seeking out those older cache months that every dedicated geocacher dreams of filling in.

He...

Multi-caches can be brilliant, frustrating, clever, confusing, unforgettable… and occasionally the reason you question every life choice that led you into geocaching.

In this episode of Geocache Talk, we take on one of the most debated cache types in the game: multi-caches. Why do some geocachers avoid them? What makes a multi feel like an adventure instead of a chore? And how can cache owners design better stages that keep ...

What happens when you combine spy-movie atmosphere, smart puzzle design, and gadget caches that feel like real field gear? In this episode of Gadget Talk, we dive into the process of building an immersive spy-themed geocaching experience that goes beyond a simple hide and becomes a full mission.

We explore the creative process behind designing a cache adventure with covert clues, interactive props, hidde...

Every geocacher has that moment—the one where the fun fades, the frustration builds, and you start wondering if it’s time to walk away. In this episode of Geocache Talk, we’re getting real about the challenges that can push even passionate players to the edge of quitting.

From burnout and disappointing hides to community drama, missing creativity, and feeling stuck in a rut, we’re...

How do you find geocaches from October 2000? In this episode of Challenge Talk, we break down practical strategies for tracking down some of the oldest geocaches still active today. These historic hides are more than just rare finds, they’re milestones in geocaching history, and finding them takes research, planning, and the right approach. We talk about how to prepare for older cache types, research legacy listings, and buil...

What if one new tool could change the way you tackle geocaching puzzles?

In this episode of Puzzle Talk, we’re joined by Jason Fox, better known as CacheSleuth, to unveil his brand-new Cache Sleuth website tool designed to help geocachers solve puzzle caches with more confidence, creativity, and a lot less guesswork.

Jason walks us through what the tool does, how it works, and why he ...