Celebrate 25 Years of Geocaching

Geocaching in Oregon is nothing new as the game started here. This phenomenon began May 3, 2000 with Dave Ulmer, a computer consultant hiding a bucket in Oregon and putting the GPS coordinates on the internet. This was found by 2 others and geocaching was born. Once known as the “Great American GPS Stash Hunt’ there are now over 3 million hides world wide. A little history lesson here, the full version can be read on the Geocaching.com website where I pulled this information.

1. You’ll find that discovery, exploration and adventure still exist in the real-world. It gets you out and about!
2.  It’s a great way to stay healthy while having fun
3.  Many of our innkeepers are cachers so you’ll experience new places from a local
4.  Discover places you never knew existed
5. You can learn fun facts about Planet Earth

And 5 reasons to Geocache as the Seasons change

1. Trails are less traveled
2. There may be more affordable travel options
3. Enjoy the View: As the seasons transition temperatures can vary and lead to some stunning landscapes
4. The changing weather means that you may have a sneak peek of summer sunshine in spring or could indulge in ski or snowshoe caching in autumn!
5.  A chance to get some lower elevation caches

Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild is ready to share Oregon with you: it’s environment, culture, and heritage. Combine gracious hospitality with ambiance at an inspected and approved Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member Inn.

Order Oregon B&B Gift Certificates Now. The Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild offers a wide variety of inns, from a small guest cottage or two-room bed and breakfast to a larger country inn or dude ranch. And with an 18 months expiration recipients have plenty of time to redeem them at the Inn of their choosing. They are available in $50 increments and can be redeemed at any one of our member inns..

Three Ways to Order Gift Certificates:

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Hospitality Update: Our inns are following COVID-19 protocol guidance from the Oregon Health Authority. 

Although mask guidelines are lifted:

● Some businesses may choose to still require masks.

● Some people may choose to still wear a mask.

We have all struggled through COVID-19 and could use a little kindness. Please be respectful of local businesses and their workers and most importantly kind to yourself.