Top 10 Geocaching Safety Reminder

Thanks for Angela brought up a question of the safety of Geocaching. It is truly a severe issue that will directly influence this fun activity. So here I want to provide 10 safety tips of Geocaching.

No.10: Be Bare Aware
Bears can't see very well but their hearing and smell are sensational and they can outrun a horse over a short distance. Talk to people about recent local bear activity. Make some noise as you walk.
No.9: Do what the cops tell you
Geocaching often looks suspicious, especially these days. Hanging around, looking, climbing, crawling can all get you noticed. When you are confronted by the police, be nice and tell them about geocaching. Maybe the cops will help you look. Just don't be hassled.
No.8: Take extra batteries.
No.7: Carry a big stick
It's effective, innocuous and legal. It has a multitude of uses, from poking inside a dark cache to probing the trail in front of you to protection from animals (both four legged and two legged). They can also double as a crutch.
No.6: Bring a first aid kit
Scratches and bug bites are part of the charm of geocaching. It can also be dirty, so take care of any open wound. The kit doesn't need to be massive. Outdoor stores all sell small kits that will fit in a pocket.
No.5: Take your cell phone or walkie-talkies or both
No.4: Don't forget the hat and sunscreen
If you're going to be out in the sun, make sure you protect yourself. Lather on the sunscreen and keep it fresh. Then top it off with a wide brimmed hat and cool UV sunglasses.
No.3: Be tick aware
Ticks are a clear and present danger in the outdoors -- much more so than bears and snakes. They carry Lyme disease and other assorted bugs and they are everywhere. Wear long pants and long sleeve shirts. Tuck your pant lags into your socks or wear gaiters. Lyme disease is treatable but no fun. If you geocache, you're going to get ticks. Stay vigilant and stay healthy.
No.2: Bring lots of water
This one that can sneak up on you too, usually in the form of a "quick cache" which turns into a marathon. So, fill it with ice and top it off with water. You'll have ice water the whole day.
No1: Know when to back off
Geocachers are a pretty tenacious bunch. Part of this activity is recognizing limits. Whether you are wilderness caching or getting a few in the local park, you have to constantly evaluate your situation. Heat, cold, dehydration, darkness, weather, time and distance are just some of the things you have to keep an eye on. It's great to go for that one more cache but remember you have to get back. Don't compromise your safety for a cache. It'll be there tomorrow.

Also, you can read the blog below that talks about Geocaching + Electricity.
Johnnygeo's Geocaching Electrical Safety Blog