What is opencaching?
Opencaching is a term for geocaching, which is mainly used by people in Europe. Specifically, it refers to websites and services that offer a free and open portal for all who are interested in activity or sport, geocaching. Geocaching is a term applied to the practice of hiding and searching for protocols or even small items using the GPS system. Opencaching has several websites that are specific to different European countries, a plus web that indexes and provides links to these different locations in the country's website. Some countries may have competing sites that also report additional geocache, but fees could be associated with these sites. As the hobby continues to grow, it is likely that such pages will be available in multiple places. Most geocaching services or websites generally offer some basic information free of charge, but users may have to pay for premium information. This does not apply to opencaching; Each geocache is listed and approachAll.
In many cases, those who register, free of charge and often include other benefits in registration. One of the main advantages is that registration applicants can publish their own geocache and advertise their locations to others. Those who have placed Geocaches are responsible for their maintenance and care of any problems that may arise. Another advantage for registration is that users are able to record all their findings at one particular location.
Despite the advantages of the Opencaching system, participants will still have to invest at least a certain amount of money in the hobby. The website can provide coordinates to place Geocache, but do very little to help you find it without the GPS handkerchief system. The basic systems are relatively cheap, but other functions will increase the price. Some mobile phones also act as a GPS device.
Toto get on the OpenCaching website, in many cases you will also need a personal computer or phone. Some GPS systems can also connect directly to such pages through satellites for easy and convenient access. However, these devices are at the higher end of the GPS market and may not be the best choice for those who are just starting in a hobby.