What does "micro" mean in reference to geocaching

[hubbrads]

I cannot find a cache and the description says "grab this cache and go". Doe that mean there is or isn't a log? I am new to caching so not familiar with it yet

[+kunarion]

I cannot find a cache and the description says "grab this cache and go". Doe that mean there is or isn't a log? I am new to caching so not familiar with it yet

A "Micro" sized cache often has room for only a log sheet. If it says "grab this cache and go", the Cache Owner has likely placed it where you may drive up and find it right next to where you parked. Micros are a tough size to start out with, so read the cache description, read the hint (if any), and the logs (be sure people are currently finding it) and remember that some Micros may be as tiny as a fingertip.

 

Good luck!

Edited April 24, 2016 by kunarion

[+TriciaG]

And, just in case you wonder, you never take caches with you. You return them where you found them after signing the log.

[+kunarion]

And, just in case you wonder, you never take caches with you. You return them where you found them after signing the log.

Good point. The OP may not find it if the previous cacher took "grab this cache and go" literally.

[+niraD]

For reference, see the Help Center article Containers Explained.

[+Bear and Ragged]

It's the "Micro" bit that can be difficult.

 

micro: Less than 100ml. Examples: a 35 mm film canister or smaller, typically containing only a logbook or a logsheet. A nano cache is a common sub-type of a micro cache that is less than 10ml and can only hold a small logsheet.

 

As 'Nano' is strictly speaking a 'Micro' but can be very small!

 

Edited April 25, 2016 by Bear and Ragged

[+niraD]

As 'Nano' is strictly speaking a 'Micro' but can be very small!

Yep. And I've found a few that were even smaller than the blinker in the photo. And a number of blinkers and other nano-size caches that were camouflaged (in addition to being tiny).