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Geocache LEsson plan for middle school girls

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Geocaching Lesson

Lesson Plan: Introduction to Geocaching (Ages 11-13)


Theme: Navigating the Outdoors through Geocaching
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Location: Schoolyard or nearby park
Learning Objectives
1. Navigation Skills: Understand basic GPS usage and map-reading
skills to locate geocaches.
2. Teamwork and Problem-Solving: Collaborate effectively to solve
clues and find hidden caches.
3. Connection to Quebec Education Plan: Develop spatial awareness,
foster environmental responsibility, and encourage teamwork in
outdoor education.
4. Indigenous Knowledge: Explore traditional navigation methods and
respect for the land.
Materials
 GPS devices or smartphone apps (one per group)
 Prepared geocaches with nature-themed prizes or information cards
 Map of the area with geocache locations marked
 Journals/notebooks and pencils
 Handout on Indigenous navigation and land respect principles

Lesson Outline
1. Introduction to Geocaching (15 minutes)
 Explain what geocaching is: a real-world, outdoor treasure-hunting
activity using GPS.
 Show how to use GPS devices or smartphone apps for navigation.
 Review safety guidelines and responsible exploration, emphasizing the
“Leave No Trace” principle.
 Introduce the cultural significance of navigation, such as the
Indigenous use of landmarks and natural elements for orientation, and
discuss respect for the land while exploring.
2. Activity Setup and Group Instructions (10 minutes)
 Divide students into small teams of 3-4.
 Assign each team a GPS device or smartphone and provide a map with
the geocache locations marked.
 Explain that each geocache contains either a small nature-themed
item or a fact about the local environment or Indigenous traditions.
3. Geocaching Hunt (45-60 minutes)
 Let teams search for the geocaches, working together to interpret GPS
coordinates and navigate to each location.
 Encourage them to record notes in their journals about what they
observe along the way.
 As teams find each geocache, they should leave it as they found it and
write down clues or facts they discover to discuss afterward.
4. Reflection and Debrief (15 minutes)
Gather teams to discuss their experience, highlighting teamwork, any
challenges they faced, and problem-solving strategies.
 Ask each team to share an interesting fact from a geocache or
something new they noticed about the natural surroundings.
 Close with a reflection on Indigenous perspectives about the land,
discussing how they can apply these values in future outdoor activities.
Connections to Quebec Education Plan
 Geography and Outdoor Education: Geocaching incorporates map
skills and spatial awareness, helping students understand geography
and navigation.
 Environmental Awareness: The lesson encourages respect for the
environment through “Leave No Trace” and incorporates Indigenous
perspectives on land stewardship.
 Teamwork and Problem-Solving: Working in teams fosters
collaboration, critical thinking, and builds resilience—key aspects of the
Quebec Education Plan’s competencies for personal and social
development.

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