We received an e-mail the other day from Teresa, a new resident to Milford after holidaying here for many years. She was enquiring about a 'missing Geocach'.
As you may expect, I had no idea what it was, let alone why it may be missing.
A bit of research was required, and I soon discovered that Geocaching is a free real-world outdoor treasure hunt, where players try to locate hidden containers, (called geocaches), using a smartphone or GPS and can then share their experiences online.
This weekend Teresa had some friends visit them and they went hunting for Geocaches in Milford on Sea. Apparently, there are quite a number of hidden Geocach containers in and around Milford on Sea, Hurst Spit and Keyhaven.
This weekend Teresa had some friends visit them and they went hunting for Geocaches in Milford on Sea. Apparently, there are quite a number of hidden Geocach containers in and around Milford on Sea, Hurst Spit and Keyhaven.
Teresa's party discovered the first Geocach they were searching for in the village, however they were unable to find another one, which was supposed to be near the churchyard on Church Hill. When searching for a Geocach there should be have been an item near the church which has a group of clues to help find it.
So, we have a mystery for anyone who understands this high-tec game. Does anyone know about the whereabouta of the All Saints' Church Geocach?
So, we have a mystery for anyone who understands this high-tec game. Does anyone know about the whereabouta of the All Saints' Church Geocach?
Teresa suggested our dogs may be able to help, but the thought of them digging in the churchyard is not perhaps one people would appreciate.
If you have any information please post your thoughts below.
Should you wish to find out more about Geocaching in Milford on Sea , please click here.
As it so happens we logged a successful find of this cache only this week, so it has certainly not gone missing but probably just needs a bit more research by Theresa in the churchyard! We are also new residents to Milford on Sea and fairly new recruits to the Geocaching fraternity. Have used it as an interesting way to discover all the beautiful places in the vicinity of Milford and its surrounding areas as well as giving ourselves a few challenges to solve on the way.
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