We were out exploring the Downs over the weekend which is
home to many a race course. In fact hoof prints and race tracks were noticeable
on our route.
We’d been planning to do the Eastbury walk ever since we did
another series of geocaches nearby. Today with my hubby off work we decided
this would be the day we’d tackle the 28 caches that were hidden by the side of
a road and in countryside.
The trail didn't disappoint but what we hadn't banked upon
was the weather! Hubby said he’d checked the weather and it seemed ok to be
walking in but a few finds in and it appeared we were walking into the path of
some rain clouds! “Don’t worry it will soon pass” he said but the drizzle
continued throughout the trip on and off.
Thankfully nobody got completely soaked, but I was concerned
for my husband as I’d forgotten my rain coat and he let me borrow his. He is
rather petite so I was surprised that it fit me and the bump. The hood was also
a blessing as I tend to suffer from the cold wind biting at my ears.
All the caches were easy to locate and lay about 170 metres
apart from one another. We also came across some trackables while we were out. For
those unfamiliar with caching these come in the form of decorated coins and
there are others which feature an item attached to a dog tag. These all have
individual codes that can be used to track them as they travel from one cache
to another throughout the world.
Of course the highlight of the trip was all being together and breathing in the countryside air. It’s great to be outside and walking through nature it seems to refresh the mind and soul don’t you think?
We still haven't done Geocaching, keep think we must start doing it with the kids as were out all the time with them.
ReplyDeleteOh you must try it out. Cachers are lovely and friendly. Fun for all can be had.
DeleteWhat a delightful husband you have to lend you his raincoat like that a real gentleman. 28 caches sounds like quite a challenge to me and I love the idea of the trackables. My kids have done cheered Cashing with scouts but we've yet to try it as a family. It always sounds a perfect way to enjoy a country walk. Thank you for sharing with me on #CountryKids
ReplyDeleteAs my hubby likes to say 'it's walking with a purpose'. It's fun and a healthy hobby.
DeleteI love geocaching. 28 caches! Wow that's impressive. I did a trail of about 10 once and that was a big enough hike for me, but they were all spread out quite far. It's great that you go out whatever the weather. Thank you so much for sharing with #whatevertheweather x
ReplyDeleteWe love our numbers, but the most important thing is to get out there and have fun.
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I love geocaching! We haven't done it with the kids, but was hoping to get round to it very soon, it's so fun and addictive! So kind of your husband to give you his coat too, but shame about the weather. Thanks so much for linking up to #Whatevertheweather :) x
ReplyDeleteOh you really should do it with the kids. I am sure they'd love it.
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