3264 Finds - 2 Hides

I am still relatively new to Geocaching.  I continue to become more experienced, but I still know I have more to learn.

I want to use today's blog to pass along a few tips that I have picked up over the past few months.

Without further delay:

• I bought a folding bike.  It folds small enough to fit in my trunk, but is big and versatile enough to actually be useful.  Mine is like a small version of a mountain bike.
• I make lists before a caching day so that I have the cache data loaded onto my device when I enter areas where there is no Internet signal.
• I carry two bags.  One bag has tweezers, replacement bags, pens (I bring extras), power bank, and waterproof paper.  Lots of this is for maintaining caches.  The other bag is used to carry liquids and light snacks, more cache rebuilding supplies, additional clothes and other useful things. 
• I bought a 4' wooden stick.  Probably the best geocaching money that I paid.  Mine has a metal point - and a rubber cap that I can cover the metal point.  This is very useful for checking brush and pine straw
• I almost carry water and other liquid when I am out.
• I use reflective and bright clothing - this reduces suspicion, and I wear safety gear such as a helmet when biking, and sometime goggles.
• Footwear is important, and I learned to use the right type.  I bought a pair of boots that are water resistant and have good traction.
• When reviewing a gz, I do a quick risk assessment before proceeding.  If I am not comfortable with the level of risk, I pass on the hunt.  This, of course is very subjective, and I will likely write a log entry for it in the future.

I guess that is all for right now.

If you are a CO, and want me to write a critique of your hides on my blog, send me a message.