Adventure No. 2!

Discoveries: Geocaches, snow, a phone, a scary window, buried treasure (that ended up just being ice)
Companions: Connor

Another day, another adventure. Connor and I have watched plenty of mystery shows (Castle, The Mentalist, Elementary, Scooby-Doo), so it was no surprise that we found 3 out of the 5 geocaches that we looked for. Before venturing out though, we had to bundle up like crazy. I had 2 shirts, a sweatshirt, a jacket, a coat, 3 pairs of socks, 3 pairs of pants, a headband, and a couple pairs of gloves (I was warm, but it was hard to move). Connor, on the other hand, just had a sweatshirt, coat, and some boots. So, we went back after our first find to get him some snowpants.


The clues led to this pay phone.

For those of you who have never been geocaching, I highly recommend it. This was Connor and I's first time geocaching, and we both decided that it was like treasure hunting! It was so cool! First, we downloaded the app. Then, it showed us geocaches near us and provided a couple clues. Using the clues and GPS, we made our way over snow banks, through bushes, and to creatively hidden geocaches. We took out the logs and signed our names to say that we found them. Although it was freezing cold, it was definitely an adventure that was worthwhile. So, next time you read a Nancy Drew book or watch National Treasure and feel like going treasure hunting yourself, then I'd suggest geocaching. I definitely felt like someone from a movie.  

Who knew it'd be in the phone?

Writing in the log.

Ok, we gave up on 2 of the geocaches we were looking for but it was for perfectly good reasons. The first one had sooo much snow surrounding the area it was in that we decided to look for it on a day that was warmer. The second, we got scared of the dark, creepy window nearby. Note to self: Go geocaching again someday, but during the daytime and when it is warmer outside. I also suggest geocaching with a fellow adventurer who can help you solve the clues. Two heads are better than one. Until next time, peace out.

Buried treasure? X marks the spot?

Morals: No matter how many layers of clothes you wear, you will still get cold if you're in the snow long enough.
Hint: The next adventure will be indoors (I couldn't feel my hands and feet after tonight).
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