Ready for a Real-Life Treasure Hunt? Earn Your Geocaching Merit Badge with the Hull Lifesaving Museum!

Calling all adventurous Scouts! Are you ready to turn navigation into a high-tech, outdoor treasure hunt? Join us at the Hull Lifesaving Museum Boathouse on Saturday, October 10th for an exciting, hands-on day of exploration, learning, and fun as we conquer the Geocaching Merit Badge!

Set against the beautiful backdrop of Hull's historic waterfront, this action-packed event combines modern GPS technology with classic outdoor survival skills. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced outdoor enthusiast, you'll gain the skills needed to track down hidden caches anywhere in the world!

What You’ll Experience:

Become a GPS & Navigation Pro: Learn how Global Positioning System technology works, master marking and editing waypoints, and pair high-tech GPS navigation with traditional map-and-compass skills.

Master the Geocacher’s Code: Discover safety guidelines, first-aid techniques, proper geocaching etiquette, and the Leave No Trace principles that protect our environment.

The Thrill of the Hunt: Practice finding local caches, understand terrain and difficulty ratings, and learn how to track logs, attributes, and trackables like Travel Bugs®!

Leave It Better Than You Found It: Learn the power of "Cache In Trash Out" (CITO) and how Scouts make a positive impact on the outdoors while geocaching.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, October 10th

Location: Hull Lifesaving Museum Boathouse

What to Bring: Weather-appropriate outdoor gear, your Scout handbook, a water bottle, and your sense of adventure!

Spaces Are Limited — Claim Your Spot Today!

Don't miss your chance to master the ultimate outdoor treasure hunt in one of the most scenic locations on the South Shore! Spots fill up fast, so secure your place now.