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.
- You’ll find that discovery, exploration and adventure still exist in the real-world. It gets you out and about!
- It’s a great way to stay healthy while having fun
- Many of our innkeepers are cachers so you’ll experience new places from a local
- Discover places you never knew existed
- You can learn fun facts about Planet Earth
And 5 reasons to Geocache as the Seasons change
- Trails are less traveled
- There may be more affordable travel options
- Enjoy the View: As the seasons transition temperatures can vary and lead to some stunning landscapes
- 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!
- A chance to get some lower elevation caches
These souvenirs are earned by finding or logging caches (and sometimes attending/hosting events) during the respective date range:
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Unboxing 2026 — January 1–8, 2026
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Cache In Trash Out® (Season 1) — March 1–May 31, 2026
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Pi-Day 2026 — March 13–15, 2026.
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March Equinox — March 20–22, 2026
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Blue Switch Day (Finder) — May 2–4, 2026
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Blue Switch Day Hider — May 1–31, 2026
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June Solstice — June 20–22, 2026
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International Geocaching Day (Finder) — August 14–16, 2026
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International Geocaching Day Hider — August 1–30, 2026
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September Equinox — September 19–22, 2026
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Cache In Trash Out® (Season 2) — September 1–November 30, 2026
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World Postcard Day — September 27–October 3, 2026
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International EarthCache Day — October 9–11, 2026
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Adventure Day — November 25–29, 2026
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December Solstice — December 19–21, 2026
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Farewell 2026 — December 24–31, 2026
Since 1989, the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild has served as a statewide information network for its member properties, providing a unified voice for the industry with state regulatory and tourism agencies.
Now known as The Oregon Association of Independent Inns, we’re the same trusted organization, with a new name, a fresh look, and an expanded focus on independent lodging properties beyond traditional bed and breakfasts. Member properties represent a wide range of accommodations, from small guest cottages, cabins, and intimate two-room B&Bs to larger country inns, boutique hotels and dude ranches.
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