Author Archives: Nezgar

April Geocacher of the Month: hurleyanne

Posted on May 31, 2014 by Nezgar

It’s official – Groundspeak has announced today on the geocaching blog that out of the three nominees, and the only one from Canada, Saskatchewan’s own hurleyanne had received the most votes, and was awarded the coveted title of “Geocacher of … Continue reading →

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Scenic Saskatchewan Sunday – The Mother Ship

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Nezgar

Land of Living Skies Indeed. Saskatchewan is home to some of the most spectacular weather events, and it makes for some prime opportunities for photographers and storm chasers. This week’s photo is featured with permission courtesy of Craig Hilts of … Continue reading →

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Geocoin Cutoff Extended to Monday!

Posted on May 23, 2014 by Nezgar

Due to popular demand, the Geocoin cutoff has been extended to Monday, May 26th, 2014! After 11:59PM CST on Monday, that’s it – no more! This is for all geocoins, including Living Skies Regular & Pre-order, Geocoin Event, and WestCan1 … Continue reading →

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Rosthern Area Attractions

Posted on May 20, 2014 by Nezgar

A great feature of geocaching is the opportunity it presents to have new experiences and learn about an area. While we will all be in Rosthern primarily to experience the Mega event and find a boat load of geocaches, the … Continue reading →

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Geocoin Cut Off Fast Approaching!

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Nezgar

The deadline for ordering geocoins along with your registration is almost here! Friday, May 23rd is the cut off. If you have yet to register and think you would like coins, please do so before this date to guarantee yourself … Continue reading →

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Scenic Saskatchewan Sunday – Wind Power

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Nezgar

Southwest Saskatchewan is, without a doubt, the wind generating capital of the entire province. There are four wind farm power stations in all of Saskatchewan and three of the four are found there. One of which is the largest operating … Continue reading →

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Featured Earthcache – Little Manitou Lake

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Nezgar

Visit the ‘dead sea of Canada’ at Manitou Beach, an unusual lake that is the site of Saskatchewan’s first Earthcache! You’ve heard of the Dead Sea, where tourists float effortlessly in water eight times saltier than the ocean. Few outside … Continue reading →

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Saskatchewan Skies GeoTour

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Nezgar

Some exiting news, the Cypress Hills Destination Area has today announced Saskatchewan’s first GeoTour! It consists of 38 geocaches in the southwest of the province, spread across very diverse landscapes and natural wonders. If you are passing through this area … Continue reading →

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Geocoin Satellite Event & Geocoin Sneak Peek

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Nezgar

The Living Skies Organizing Committee, the Geocoin Event team, and Landsharkz are proud to show a sneak peek of the artwork for the Geocoin Event Geocoin. We are also happy to announce that the Geocoin Satellite event was published today!

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Local highlight – Rosthern Farmer’s Market

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Nezgar

From May to October, downtown Rosthern is host to a farmer’s market on Fridays from 11-2. If you are in town on Friday the 18th, plan to stop by and check out the local home grown and hand made goods! … Continue reading →

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