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Geocaching is a worldwide scavenger hunt that uses a GPS or phone app with GPS. There are over 3 million active caches around the world. Some are as small as a dime, others are big enough to walk into, all of them provide a unique adventure. We invite you to share your stories, photos, and experiences!

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Just saw this post via the cross-stitching community, and thought it'd fit perfect here too! Anyone use such a device to find magnetic nanos? Or is there a different tool of the trade you never go without?

https://mastodon.social/@Stitch26/113150645821886853

"Mechanics normally use a #Mechanics Telescoping Magnetic Pick-Up Tool 2 pick up small bolts & other metal that have fallen as they work, but those who #CrossStitch, #Sew, #Quilt, etc., can use it to pick up lost pins & needles so they don't wind up goosing someone when they sit on the couch. ๐Ÿ˜… Can be found in almost any automotive store or automotive tool section in Walmart. Some versions even have flashlights on the end!"

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[โ€“] Joelk111 4 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

I have never come across a cache that requires a magnet on a stick.

I have a pen on my keys. The one I have is extendable so it's comfortable to write with. It has saved my ass so many times from having to walk back to the car or buy more pens at a convince store.

This isn't the exact one I purchased, but it looks identical: https://a.co/d/0DV73WM