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Inspiring Inquiring Minds: Using GPS in the Classroom

GPS is funded by US Department of Defense (DOD). GPS stands for Global Positioning System What is GPS?

The first GPS satellite was launched in The launch of the 24th satellite in 1994 completed the system.

What is GPS? The GPS Constellation consists of 24 satellites that orbit the earth in 12 hours. GPS receivers, receiving several satellites at the same time, can compute position, speed and time estimates.

How is the GPS used? MilitaryNursing ForestryEmergency services BiologyPolice FishingAutomobiles HuntingShips BoatingAircrafts Racing

A GPS device receives signals from satellites orbiting the earth Examples: Real Time Satellite Tracking Google Earth How does GPS work? Real Time Satellite Tracking Hancock Creek Elementary School Bayshore Elementary Hector A. Cafferata Elementary School

What is Geocaching? One of the fastest growing “new” sports. Has participants in many countries outside of the US and Canada. Is a modern day active treasure hunting activity that allows you to use GPS – and therefore a “global address” – to locate a cache.

A Good Introduction Geocaching Catching On

How Do I Find a Cache?

Cache in Tree 1 “Key to Freedom”

Path to Cache 1

To the left of the restrooms… Read the directions carefully!

Black Island Trailhead to Cache 2

Information About the Trail

Cache 2 Sometimes they are not so easy to find….

Its about enjoying the journey…. Gopher Tortoise Burrow

Eastern Ring-neck snake

Gumbo Limbo Tree

Spanish Moss

Strangler Fig

Are there rules for Geocaching? Yes, there are: –1. Take something from the cache –2. Leave something in the cache –3. Write about it in the logbook –4. Do not move the cache

What do I need to start a Geocache? Container(s) with a lid – usually plastic and waterproof At least one GPS device Something to put in the cache