Welcome to GeoWalk/GeoHike

This is my blogging site for anyone who wants to follow me along my journey to loose lbs. I use the word lbs rather than weight because I feel the word is harsh and is the dirty word that has been corrupted by society from the beginning. So here I will be using lbs.

There are many people in the world who struggle to loose lbs, just as I have. For me the beginning of my situation was medical. From there it has been a life long journey to loose the lbs. I, personally, find it hard to focus on a goal and to maintain the ability to stay on course with not much of a support system or a buddy in place.

Recently I have discovered Geocaching. Basically it is a huge scavenger hunt! By using a GPS hand held system, you search for a cache (a container of some kind). Once found you log that you were there. You then go through the container and choose and item to keep (optional). Once selected, you leave something in it's place for the next finder. Some of the items may be track able and you are able to follow the items journey through out the world. These track able items are called geocoins or travel bugs. Geocaching is a great outdoor activity. It will take you to places you may have never been to before. Added bonus is that you are getting the exercise needed in a fun way.

As stated above of my situation and my goal of trying to loose lbs. Why can't the two be joined into one? As of last night (07/23/2008) I have come up with GeoHike and GeoWalk. GeoHike for those wanting to hike the great outdoors away from the City. GeoWalk for those wanting to stay local and to walk through the city.

Since the idea of bringing the two together is to help myself achieve my goal. I figured maybe I could share this and help someone who needs a buddy and to help them achieve their goal, too! I will blog my journey here for anyone and everyone who is wanting to follow my struggles, my achievements, and my lbs lost. I will post my photos of my journeys. Not to mention a website is in the works. It will be filled with geocaches I have placed especially geared for this group. It will be filled with goal achieving gifts. I will be placing photos for sell that will be matted, signed and numbered by me. I will also have photo contests in place and you will have the ability to join me and we can go on a journey together.

This is a work in progress and a one step at a time ordeal. Please fill free to contact me for comments, ideas, concerns, etc. I look forward to meeting new GeoWalkers and GeoHikers. Come join me and lets get together, GeoBuddy!

What is geocaching?

Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices। The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support for the environment.


* This is a direct quote from the official geocaching website at www.geocaching.com




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