Geocaching provides exploration opportunity, fun for all ages

The Memorial Day weekend in Ritzville is a busy time, and with the growing popularity of geocaching, the Ritzville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the fourth annual Ritzville Small Town Cache Cow Event.

Participants meet at the Ritzville Train Depot on the lawn on Saturday, May 28, at 9 a.m. The event begins with a meet and greet, and individuals have an opportunity to sign in for the Ritzville Small Town Cache Cow Event.

At the starting point, there is also a trackable table drop off and then the geocache bingo begins.

Geocaching is a real-world treasure hunt and its popularity is growing at a rapid rate.

Geocachers rely on GPS to help them locate caches that are hidden throughout the city and the countryside, and caches can be found in the Ritzville area year-round.

During the Memorial Day weekend activities, special caches are hidden specifically for the Ritzville Small Town Cache Cow Event.

First time or experienced cachers are encouraged to participate and the event is fun for all ages.

The contest allows visitors with an opportunity to travel around the local area on a scavenger hunt by finding local caches. The contest allows participants to earn prizes and provides entertainment for those joining in the event.

This year, participants completing the challenge will receive a 2016 Ritzville Small Town Cache Cow CacheKinz, trackable at http://geocaching.com.

Activities will continue at the depot until 4 p.m. and will include bingo, geocaching 101, swag available for purchase and geocache vendors on site.

For more information, contact the Ritzville Chamber at 659-1936.