What to bring

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Revision as of 19:21, 13 December 2008 by 141.70.72.223 (talk) (In order to say, dont forget #2.13 ;-))

It's up to you, of course. But here's what other people have found useful:

  1. In General:
    1. GPS / aerial maps / driving directions: Some way to get to your destination (note that GPS won't help you find your way around cities with crazy one-way streets)
    2. Camera: Record proof of reaching the target or take group photos (besides taking pictures of cool stuff)
  2. Also consider:
    1. Snacks
    2. Water
    3. Cell phone (in case of emergencies)
    4. Games
    5. Tripod for camera (group photos)
    6. Book or laptop, if you need something to keep you busy while you're waiting for other geohashers
    7. Picnic blanket
    8. Family Radio Service device(s)
    9. Amateur Radio
    10. Bug spray
    11. Solid boots
    12. Rain gear
    13. Towel
    14. A Citation might also come in useful.
  3. If you're trying for any kind of MNIMB Geohash:
    1. A plan - know what you'll do in an emergency, know a way out in case of GPS faliure, for example know that walking in a particular cardinal direction will take you to a highway, river or road which you can follow to a known location
    2. Lights (in case it's winter)
    3. First aid kit
    4. Compass
    5. Another truck if your location is a swamp. Don't say I never told you to.
    6. A boat.
    7. Duct TapeStaple Gun