During these unprecedented times we had to sadly cancel our Lonely Cache Game Event back at the end of March. We then were planning to include it with our Spring Campout which sadly as well was cancelled. But we decided to not let that stop us to congratulate and recognize those that worked so hard … Continue reading VIRTUAL! Facebook Live Lonely Cache Game Event
Due to the corona virus pandemic, Geocaching HQ has extended the time frame for Community Celebration Events to be held. Originally, Community Celebration Events were to be held between May 1 and December 31, 2020. The new time frame allows events to be held through December 31, 2021.
Your Wisconsin reviewers have been monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently we stopped publishing events; this was done to promote social distancing in accordance to state and federal guidelines. As this pandemic is getting more serious each day we feel it is in everyone’s best to follow the essential travel guidelines. Therefore, beginning at 7 a.m. … Continue reading New caches put on hold.(revised)
Reviewers retract their decision to resign In an emergency ZOOM meeting, I spoke to the reviewers and learned that they have had a change of heart about taking their leave. Johnny Waypoint said, “I took a long bike ride and it occurred to me that other than working for special Ops faking alien abductions, reviewing … Continue reading Reviewers retract their resignations
I have just been informed that the Wisconsin reviewers have officially called it quits. This email was sent to me late this morning: Bec and I (Johnny Waypoint) have had several discussions of late, and with all that is going on we have come to the conclusion that it’s time to set aside our reviewing … Continue reading Reviewers call it quits.
The following information on Adventure Labs and Virtual Reward caches was released by Geocaching.com today. New deadline: August 31, 2020 In response to COVID-19, Geocaching HQ is extending the deadline to August 31, 2020 for all Adventure Labs to go public. We will monitor changes over the next few months, to see if we need … Continue reading Deadlines for Adventure Labs and Virtual Reward 2.0 caches.
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, and the need to socially distance ourselves from others, and with the health and safety of all in mind, the Dodge County Parks Department has decided to cancel all shelter reservations and prohibit group events in the parks through the month of May. As a result of this decision, … Continue reading WGA Spring Campout Affected by Covid-19 Pandemic
Just received this message from our awesome reviewer team in regards to the COVID-19. As the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) situation continues to evolve, there have been increased directives and recommendations from government and health authorities emphasizing that unnecessary events, gatherings and group activities be avoided, cancelled and/or rescheduled. Today the Trump administration recommended that people … Continue reading From the Reviewer Team
The WGA BOD is very disappointed to report that the LCG event to be held at the Horicon Marsh Visitors Center on March, 21, 2020 is canceled due to the rising concern of the coronavirus or COVID-19. The Horicon Marsh Visitor Center contacted us today to say the WDNR has put any group events and … Continue reading LCG Event Canceled
Have a look at what we discussed during the second meeting of the new board! It was a busy meeting despite having just met in person a week prior. Topics this month included Spring Campout planning, priorities for improving the WGA website, member participation in committees, and potential changes to the Lonely Cache Game. Check … Continue reading Board of Directors Meeting Minutes March 2020
