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Caching In The NorthWest

ChrisOfTheNorthWest
Geocaching
Geocaching HQ
Christmas
Earth Caches
Geology
Adventure Labs
Maker Magic
Adventure Lab
Night Caches
Gilby
Valemount, British Columbia
Seattle
Cash Fest Savannah
Cache.ly
Near Field Communication
Logging Etiquette
British Columbia
Community
Cascadia Subduction Zone
E-Bikes

The only podcast from the birthplace of geocaching in the great Pacific NorthWest. Each week we will talk about caches and cachers from here and around the globe. So, sit back and listen to Caching in the NorthWest.

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Welcome to Caching in the NorthWest! This is THE podcast from the birthplace of geocaching, right here in the great Pacific NorthWest. It's Thursday at 7PM Pacific and we are going to talk about geocaches and geocachers from here and around the globe... more

Welcome to Caching in the NorthWest! This is THE podcast from the birthplace of geocaching, right here in the great Pacific NorthWest. It's Thursday at 7PM Pacific and we are going to talk about geocaches and geocachers from here and around the globe... more

Welcome to Caching in the NorthWest! This is THE podcast from the birthplace of geocaching, right here in the great Pacific NorthWest. It's Thursday at 7PM Pacific and we are going to talk about geocaches and geocachers from here and around the globe... more

Welcome to Caching in the NorthWest! This is THE podcast from the birthplace of geocaching, right here in the great Pacific NorthWest. It's Thursday at 7PM Pacific and we are going to talk about geocaches and geocachers from here and around the globe... more

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Recent Guests

Sandra Riches
Executive Director, BC AdventureSmart
BC AdventureSmart
Episode: 670: BC AdventureSmart w/ Sandra Riches
Thunder Eggs
Reviewer for Oregon, long-time contributor
Geocaching Community
Episode: 668: Reviewer Panel
Cash Shadow
Reviewer for Ontario, Caribbean region, Israel coverage
Geocaching Community
Episode: 668: Reviewer Panel
Skookum Bear
Reviewer for British Columbia, 14+ years in the game
Geocaching Community
Episode: 668: Reviewer Panel
Marcy Downs
Executive Director of Tourism Valemount
Tourism Valemount
Episode: 663: Valemount: Gateway to Big Adventure
NW Katz
Geocacher and organizer behind Adventure Art projects in Washington
Independent geocacher
Episode: 662: Geo-Art with Lab Caches w/ NWCats
Doug RetiredGuy
Gadget cache aficionado and geocaching pioneer; co-creator with Chad
Independent geocacher
Episode: 661: Inside Gilby's GeoTour with RetiredGuy and Trycacheus
Chad Trycacheus
Gilby-based cache creator and builder of gadget caches
Gilby Geocaching Community
Episode: 661: Inside Gilby's GeoTour with RetiredGuy and Trycacheus
Len Monkey
Gadget cache personality referenced in episode
Episode: 661: Inside Gilby's GeoTour with RetiredGuy and Trycacheus

Hosts

Chris Humphenauer
Host with multiple references across episodes; often guides discussions and introduces topics.
Chris Of The Northwest
Co-host/host providing discussion input; multiple mentions across episodes.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Mnerv

    Great show about my hobby. Hosts and listeners have become great friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mnervv
    United States2 years ago
  • Slooow

    OMGoodness, could this be any more boring or slower listening to these guys ramble and chuckle.

    It’s like listening to farmers sitting on the corner watching Main Street traffic go by.

    I even tried to put them on warp speed. First and last time I will listen to this podcast, delete delete delete!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Medicrn
    United States5 years ago
  • Great show focused on Geocaching in NW US

    TheBadCop, WitzEnd and LanMonkey are a great trio which make listening to this show interesting, entertaining, and funny. It is focused on Geocaching in the Pacific Northwest, which includes western Canada. REgional events are features as well as tips and tricks not just for experienced cachers, but also for newbies or want to be's.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Subwaymark
    United States9 years ago
  • Entertaining and Informative Geocaching Podcast!

    This Geocaching related podcast (as the name implies) will sometimes focus on geocaching activities in the Pacific Northwest (Northwest continental US and Southwest Canada). However, the podcast is not restricted to only these regional activities and offers plenty of topics for Geocaching enthusiasts everywhere. Even the items that are specific to their region are interesting to hear about. The hosts and guests are always entertaining. The interaction with many of their fans via an on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starkacher
    United States9 years ago
  • I don't even live in the NorthWest and I love this show!

    You don't have to live in the Pacific NorthWest to enjoy this podcast! The hosts are great and always provide an entertaining show. Always a variety of topics and great info!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sherminator18
    United States10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Entertaining and informative, with interactive live chat.
Listeners feel like friends and love the regional emphasis.
Great show with strong NW geocaching focus and solid guests.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

639: The Great Debate: Favorite Cache Types
Q: What cache types are the most popular right now?
Adventure Labs are currently the most prolific and widely found due to their containerless, garden-based format, while Earth caches remain highly valued for their educational and scenic appeal.
637: GIFF 2025 w/ Emma & Nikki from HQ
Q: How is GIF timing decided and how often does it occur?
Originally a Seattle block party, GIF shifted to a biannual cycle post-2020, with the pandemic prompting a 2020 compilation and subsequent biannual plan to give filmmakers more time.
638: The Publish Button
Q: Could you introduce yourself and share a little bit of your personal background in geocaching?
Marla, known as Thunder Eggs, describes starting in the geocaching scene, her long involvement as a reviewer, and how her experiences led to writing The Publish Button.
652: All About the Numbers: Decoding HQ's Charted Email
Q: What does the HQ charted email tell us about 2026 in terms of finds and favorites?
It shows a downward trend in total finds but a rise in average finds per cache and overall growth in favorite points, driven in part by anniversary events and widespread community activity.
649: Caching Into 2026: Where Will You Explore
Q: What are the 2026 souvenir moments and why do they matter?
The souvenir moments are special calendar-based geocaching rewards that encourage people to cache in specific ways or during particular dates, guiding planning and providing motivation to explore new areas and activities.

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What is Caching In The NorthWest about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on geocaching culture in the Pacific Northwest, with frequent discussions about regional events, techniques, and community happenings. Episodes cover practical how-tos (cache maintenance, reviewer processes, clever gadgeting, and NFC/earth caches), plus deep dives into mega-events and local ecosystems. A notable strength is the mix of hands-on geocaching expertise, live audience engagement, and sponsor shout-outs, which helps listeners translate concepts into real-world caching improvements while staying entertained. The format often features panels, guest experts, and host banter that keeps technical topics accessible for both newcomers and seasoned cachers. Potential listeners can expect actionable tips, regional flavor,... more

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1. Sandra Riches
2. Thunder Eggs
3. Cash Shadow
4. Skookum Bear
5. Marcy Downs
6. NW Katz
7. Doug RetiredGuy
8. Chad Trycacheus

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