#geo caching

[ahollowgrave]

One of my favorite Odette things is that if she loves you she's stealing from you.

She steals Yein's wooden spoons, she steals Hazel's bookmarks, Rose's embroidered handkerchiefs, Dar's jars of balm, Nol's reading glasses and then later scraps from his experiments. Things her loved one's touch or handle to make up for her flinching away from their touch. This is close enough, for her, for now.

Another favorite thing is that if Odette doesn't know you she probably loves you anyway and will also steal from you.

A book of prayers, lover's tokens, letters. Things she doesn't receive and wants desperately. Sometimes gil but she's pretty taken care of so it's rare and strictly for a thrill. Or if she's dared but only a few people can get her to rise to a dare like that.

The stealing of things is why her outfits always have so many pockets. For her (formally yours) trinkets and baubles! Once she's home they get added to a hoard of things or left on her altar to Menphina.

[alter-koker]

there should be way more activities like easter egg hunts where you just go and Find Things. can't even do easter egg hunts anymore, the one Finding Things holiday- aged out of.....

[rubber-ducky-your-the-one]

SPOILERS FOR PLACID PLASTIC DUCK SIMULATOR¡!!!!!!!!!!

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Hold on gotta try to get this long enough that tumblr will cover it with a click to keep reading thing.

Hm hm hm

So how was your day?

Quack

Quack quack

Ok, here we go.....

Okay so placid plastic duck simulator has an arg and through a seris of clues it has lead me to this youtube video. Does anyone know where in itlay this is and if possible could you please visit and tell us code quackers what's there? e<

Sincerely, the super secret duck team

[risingsunresistance]

SKYCRYPT IS BACK YIPPEE

[digibarcel-adelinosilva]

Recordando a história de um passado recente. #geocaching #geo #cache #geocachingadventures #geocacher #GeocachingTweet #geocachingpt #Geocaching_Pics #GoGeocaching (em Bastogne War Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoewvWXsdgf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[in-flvx]

Okay richboy Sirius who is bored out of his mind as he works endlessly to retract all the discriminatory laws his family (mainly but not only) have set in place. He barely has contacts outside of his work relationships, and also won't allow himself to find any. Instead he sets up several scavenger hunts with fun prices at the end. Sometimes its just money, other times its donations to good causes, or tickets to entertainment or art institutions, etc, you get the gist.

He places the first hints around the city, kind of incospiciously as geo caches which work even when the hints get taken out (which are just codes that lead to the actual hints to the actual scavenger hunt)

Its a fun little hobby, and Sirius gets a lot of joy from getting the notifications that another one of his prices have gotten found, just as much as he loves to think of the routes and hints/riddles

Cue in another bored, but less rich Remus. Who has had a love for geo caching ever since his youth, and one day randomly finds one of those. After a surprisingly fun, and informative hunt, which taught him more about his city, and showed him places he hadn't known about before, Remus becomes addicted. He does several of these hunts, and then starts to look for clues about the creator of these. The mysterious stranger with such a brilliant mind, and seemingly endless money and time. So Remus keeps looking, and searching, and slowly but surely, falls in love with the man behind the riddles - who is still a faceless entity, basically. But Remus feels like he knows the other

And at some point, Remus finds a way to send Sirius a message, letting him know about Remus. Challenges him to a new game. One, in which the price is a date with Remus himself. And then he waits, for notifications whether his player has solved another riddle.

[iantimony]

this tuesdaypost was drafted on monday, please clap

we are cookin with Gas this week

listening: listened to antimai a few times through, favorite track i think is 'ring 5: middle class'. dorian electra - man to man: really fun video too charasho (benny friedman): was linked in jew chat. very charming and funky. 5 Old French Dances: No. 5. Le Basque (arr. for 2 recorders and harpsichord): i heard this a billion year ago on the radio (my wakeup radio station on my alarm clock is classical) and i finally got around to saving a link for it. very bouncy very cute. makes me think of rabbits running in circles a la beatrix potter.

EDIT TO ADD: i also finally listened to beyonce 'cowboy carter'!! i know im late! it's good i like it! not a revolutionary opinion! obsessed with her jolene cover! that's all!

reading: big one this week! i FINISHED 'the left hand of darkness'! i really liked it! still marinating on the themes etc. i started 'the dispossessed', also by le guin, and am devouring that as well. there's some stuff in there that oof ough. existential. but i'm liking it so far, i'm around chapter 5 right now. physicists!

fanfic: imposter syndrome (mikkeneko): i might have already linked it but i can't be assed to go back through a few weeks of tuesdaypost to see if i already have. so if i did, here it is again. really charming premise, gut-punch of an ending, cool twist on the doppelganger setup from dungeon meshi with svsss.

the articles, some of which were actually read a while ago but i forgot to link and am now cleaning out my phone tabs: how will the golden age of 'making it worse' end? (david roth) new canada policy lets indigenous people reclaim their names (emma bowman) what happens to the stay-at-home girlfriend after a breakup? (erika w smith) unschooling is the parenting trend that's pissing everyone off (ej dickson) in defense of 'coffee badging' (monica torres): if i had a job that was all zoom calls i would literally go insane over being made to go into an office to take zoom calls. fuck that what my mother's wardrobe taught me about style and grief after she died: thinking a lot about all my dad's shit will semen destroy your shower drain? granny davis' geocaching page: found when i was looking at some reviews for caches near my apartment. im kind of obsessed with her. she also has a facebook page called 'granny's geo page' if you don't have a geocaching account. literally she is everything to me. she has found So Many fucking geocaches good god. wedding trivia questions: used as reference to create some wedding trivia for a bridal shower! similarly, the wikipedia page for morganatic marriages my fight with a sidewalk robot (emily ackerman): my school has these. hate them. my boyfriend just linked this to me and im obsessed, laser etched paperweights, i am not a huge paperweight girlie but wowwww prettyyyyy. the electron orbitals!!!! i had a search open for "anti mega #1 cray street". i have no idea what this is.

special edition: the link dump from my trip to the uk last month! some very related to the trip itself, a few random extras! top of the poops, an architectural firm bc i saw a sign with their logo and thought it was cool but now i can't find their logo, waring ader space invaders because i saw someone's shirt with the little space invader guys and was like ooh the tate museum joel meyerowitz (and another page about him) wikipedia on gratin dauphinois, wikipedia page on doncaster for some reason i did not go there list of artworks at the national portrait gallery of scotland wikipedia page on the jacobite uprising of 1745 washi tape that would match the edinburgh one i bought there, tintin in the land of the soviets postcard that i didnt end up getting wikipedia for a quaich which is a traditional scottish bowl, a wiki page on the geology of arthur's seat, a book in the scottish national galleries that i thought about purchasing but didn't want to try and fit in my luggage (she is definitely one of my new favorite artists though) wikipedia page on lauryn hill for some reason not sure how i got there, wikipedia page on salome halpir this post was on tumblr and i tried to find the item in the victoria and albert museum but it was sadly not on display, one of the audio guides i listened to a bit of in the v & a, a scarf i almost bought in the v & a a google search for the fabric library at harrods because my mom mentioned that it existed but i could not find it search for blinq (apparently spelled that way) blossoms because of a cocktail my brother's friend ordered that had one as a garnish wikipedia page on the mechanical explanations of gravitation

watching: from wool to cloth using a historical weaving technique (jillian eve): oughhh colors

emma in the moment/made in the moment: a deep dive into the chunky boy crochet lore the crochet stardew valley pillow drama untangling the shocking tale of mystical creations yarn i tried red heart's new all in one granny square yarn

some crochet tips videos from play hooky with me

tiffanyferg: 'personal style' discourse hgtv is a gentrification masterclass cleantok villains and the morality of messiness

playing: a teeny bit of wizard101

making: fallow. well i guess i drew on some cards for my friend's bridal shower. but generally fallow.

eating: made deb smittenkitchen's delicious carrot cake recipe. mine was a little ugly but really really delicious. i bought a bag of preshredded carrots and just sort of roughly chopped em up a little smaller because i couldn't be assed to grate them. i also couldn't be assed to trim the cakes, i did two smaller round pans and stacked them up but because i didn't trim them they were a little wibbly. oh well.

i'm going to bake another cake for my brother's birthday next weekend and i'm between her chocolate olive oil cake (looks really easy) and bittersweet chocolate and pear cake (a little more involved but highly recommended by bee)

misc: my mom wanted to take a sailing class but didn't want to do it alone so she offered to pay for me to come. sure, said i! i have never sailed! i like learning new skills! reader, it is So Fucking Hot Outside. the wind died and we had to get towed back to shore. the sun was so strong. there are so many ropes with all different names and they all Do Something. sunday's class got cancelled/rescheduled because the weather was That Bad (hot as fuck and no wind) so we're doing it probably friday instead (and saturday. and sunday. it's two weekends in a row of both days at 9am yayyyyy) but i just hope the weather is. better.

[thisiszeppo]

2024.05.11 - More Revelations from the Texas Challenge Weekend

More 2024 Texas Challenge revelations, including the locals disagreeing with the mass group of geocachers that invaded their country roads. One archived Geocache and my imposter reviewed 4-10-state adventure labs. But I'm still here, still caching!

05.11 (Day 772) – Movie Ticket Geo Art Wow! More Texas 2024 Challenge Revelations!  Where to start? Maybe where it impacts the geocaching community as a whole.  On Saturday, 11 May 2024, we were doing the Movie Ticket GeoArt (GCAK2RN), which was placed and published almost exclusively for the Texas Challenge Mega Event. Almost because the publish date was maybe ten days before the event, but…

[tmnt-obsessed-ace]

The Gruzzmother is dead

And I beat it on my FIRST attempt this gaming session

(Thank Fragile Strength I love you so much)

I rescued Sly and got a Charm Notch, Long nail, and Shaman Stone from Salubra (also spent about ten minutes trying to figure out how to get to the Blue Lake above her house but so far no dice :c)

Went back to Dirtmouth and got a mask shard from Sly (and a rancid egg just so I'll be able to use JiJi to get my shade back if its in an annoying place)

Then went back to Greenpath to check on Zote

He dead

He finally dead

Dear lord he took forever to die

Got the Neglect achievement though

Saved two more grubs and got some Geo and a second mask shard

Tried to get the mask shard in the queen's station but chickened out again

Then I remembered seeing one in the Forgotten Crossroads

Took some platforming but I got it

Then I spent the rest of my time murdering enemies and looking for Geo caches I havent collected so I could get up to 550 geo to buy a second mask shard from sly

Broke Fragile Strength again trying to fight the Husk Guard near the False Knight Arena :c

But regardless I got enough money and bought a FOURTH mask shard

Now Im at SIX masks

If I murder some more I can get three more charms then I can buy another charm notch from Salubra

Im doing everything in my power to avoid taking the Pilgrim's way for as long as I can

But Im gonna have to grow a pair and get it over with eventually

Because I still need to upgrade my nail and get the dreamnail from the resting grounds before I can fight the Mantis Lords (once I repair my fragile strength and upgrade my nail i'll be doing FOURTEEN damage per hit, the mantis lords are so fucked)

But pretty good play session

Especially because the Gruzzmother, the biggest thorn in my side so far is dead :3

[flfnd]

3. Februar. Kontrolle der Ohren meiner Tochter im Piercing-Studio. Heiße Schokolade mit Mini-Marshmellows. Geo-caching, aber Did Not Find. Hard-Core Expoxid-Kleber gekauft, um das Teleskop zu reparieren, was eine schwierige Mission wurde wegen der ewigen großräumigen Bauarbeiten im Stadtzentrum von Göteborg. Noch eine Runde Magic. Dass ich verlieren würde war klar, weil die Kinder sich gegen mich verbündeten. Dieses Mal gewann mein Sohn. Guckten dann die erste Runde der schwedischen Eurovision-Qualifikation. Mein Sohn zeichnet alles für J. auf und postet es dann gewissenhaft.

[mcelquotes]

Geo-cache your dad.

Justin McElroy

[bluntforceheadtrauma]

Oh. I dropped my vape as I was running like a fucking crazy person to the car because I was racing to the car like a playful scamp as we were leaving the trail. I’m going on a vape geo cache adventure

[charscounterattack]

what buzzball flavors are good also unrelated but i collected every geo cache/chest/rock in hollow knight fuck with me

[webbaudience]

Top Local SEO Tips for Businesses in 2025

As we step into 2025, the importance of local SEO for businesses has never been greater. With more consumers relying on search engines to find nearby products and services, businesses must adapt their strategies to remain visible in an increasingly competitive landscape. Here are the top local SEO tips to help businesses thrive in 2025.

1. Optimize Your Google Business Profile (GBP)

Your Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) remains the cornerstone of local SEO. An optimized GBP ensures that your business appears in local search results and on Google Maps, making it easier for potential customers to find you.

Ensure Accuracy: Keep your business name, address, phone number (NAP), and hours of operation consistent and accurate.

Use Keywords: Incorporate relevant keywords in your business description.

Add Photos: Regularly upload high-quality images of your products, services, and premises.

Encourage Reviews: Positive reviews enhance your profile’s credibility and boost rankings. Respond to all reviews to show engagement.

2. Prioritize Mobile Optimization

With mobile searches dominating local queries, having a mobile-friendly website is non-negotiable. A seamless mobile experience not only improves user engagement but also aligns with Google’s mobile-first indexing.

Responsive Design: Ensure your website adapts to different screen sizes.

Fast Loading Times: Optimize images, use caching, and minimize code to improve page speed.

Clickable Contact Details: Make phone numbers, email addresses, and links easy to tap.

3. Leverage Location-Specific Keywords

Using location-based keywords helps search engines understand where your business operates and increases your visibility in local searches.

Incorporate Keywords: Include location-specific terms in your title tags, meta descriptions, and content.

Create Local Content: Write blogs or guides about events, news, or attractions in your area.

Use Geo-Tagging: Add geotags to images and videos to boost their local relevance.

4. Build Local Citations

Local citations are online mentions of your business that include your NAP information. They help search engines verify your business's legitimacy and improve your rankings in local search results.

Consistency is Key: Ensure your NAP is consistent across all platforms, including directories, social media, and review sites.

Submit to Local Directories: Focus on popular platforms like Yelp, Yellow Pages, and niche-specific directories.

Update Existing Listings: Regularly check for outdated or incorrect information and update it promptly.

5. Encourage User-Generated Content (UGC)

User-generated content, such as reviews, testimonials, and photos, builds trust and enhances your local SEO efforts.

Request Reviews: Politely ask customers to leave reviews on Google, Yelp, and other platforms.

Engage on Social Media: Encourage customers to share their experiences and tag your business.

Run Contests: Offer incentives for customers to share photos or videos related to your business.

6. Optimize for Voice Search

Voice search continues to grow, especially for local queries. Tailoring your content for voice search can give you a competitive edge.

Use Conversational Keywords: Focus on long-tail, question-based keywords (e.g., “Where is the best pizza near me?”).

Answer FAQs: Create a FAQ section on your website to address common questions.

Optimize for “Near Me” Searches: Include location terms and phrases that align with voice queries.

7. Focus on Local Link Building

Backlinks from local sources improve your domain authority and signal to search engines that your business is relevant to the local area.

Partner with Local Businesses: Collaborate with nearby businesses for co-marketing opportunities and backlinks.

Sponsor Local Events: Get your business featured on event pages or local blogs.

Contribute Guest Posts: Write articles for local websites or blogs to gain exposure and backlinks.

8. Use Structured Data Markup

Structured data markup (Schema) helps search engines better understand your website’s content and enhances how your business appears in search results.

Add Local Business Schema: Include information like your business name, address, phone number, and hours of operation.

Use Review Markup: Highlight customer reviews to make your listing stand out.

Include Event Markup: If your business hosts events, use structured data to showcase them in search results.

9. Monitor and Analyze Performance

Regularly tracking your local SEO performance helps you identify what’s working and what needs improvement.

Use Analytics Tools: Tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and local SEO tools (e.g., BrightLocal) provide valuable insights.

Track Keyword Rankings: Monitor how your target keywords perform in local searches.

Analyze Competitors: Keep an eye on your competitors’ strategies to identify opportunities.

10. Engage with Your Community

Building relationships within your community not only enhances your reputation but also strengthens your local SEO efforts.

Participate in Local Events: Attend or sponsor community events to increase your visibility.

Support Local Causes: Collaborate with charities or participate in community initiatives.

Share Local Stories: Highlight your involvement in the community through blog posts or social media.

Final Thoughts

Local SEO is an evolving field that requires consistent effort and adaptability. By implementing these tips, businesses can improve their visibility, attract more local customers, and stay ahead of the competition in 2025. Remember, success in local SEO is about building trust, providing value, and connecting with your local audience. Start optimizing today, and watch your business thrive in the local search landscape!

[in-flvx]

Do you have other hobbies aside from fanfiction??

Im a gamer 😎 aka I sometimes play skyrim or animal crossing lol. I also like to go geo caching every once in a while

[impaaktmagazine]

OTT Evolution: From Buffering to Breakthroughs

Over-the-top (OTT) services have revolutionized the way we consume content in a society that is becoming more and more dependent on streaming platforms. The need for uninterrupted, high-quality streaming has increased for everything from live sports to television shows to movies. However, not everyone has been impacted by this transformation. A glaring digital divide results from the fact that many isolated and underdeveloped places still lack the fundamental infrastructure required for dependable internet connectivity. In this case, satellite technology shows up as a revolutionary way to close the gap and make OTT evolution genuinely worldwide.

The Connectivity Conundrum

Terrestrial networks like fiber optics and cellular towers have been the main drivers of the growth of OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+. These technologies do have certain drawbacks, though. For a large number of internet service providers (ISPs), it is not economically feasible to build major terrestrial infrastructure in areas that are sparsely populated or logistically hard. As a result, billions of people who live in isolated communities, hilly areas, or tiny islands are still unable to access the digital revolution.

In contrast, satellite technology circumvents these obstacles by providing internet access straight from orbit. Even the most remote regions of the world may now get high-speed, low-latency internet thanks to developments in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations spearheaded by companies like SpaceX's Starlink and OneWeb. OTT platforms now have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to expand into new regions and rethink how they distribute their content.

The Role of Satellite Networks in Optimizing OTT Delivery

Broadening Reach:

By enabling OTT platforms to reach demographics that traditional ISPs overlook, satellite networks can democratize the delivery of content. By attracting millions of additional users, this enlarged reach can help platforms develop outside of crowded urban markets.

Improving Latency and Bandwidth Efficiency:

LEO satellites have far lower latency than conventional Geostationary Orbit (GEO) satellites because they orbit closer to Earth. For buffer-free streaming and interactive content, such as live sports or online gaming, this low latency is essential. Furthermore, cutting-edge compression methods can maximize bandwidth use, guaranteeing high-quality streaming even in settings with limited bandwidth.

Using Edge Computing for Content Caching:

Satellite operators are incorporating edge computing capabilities to increase efficiency even more. The necessity for frequent data transmission from ground servers can be decreased by OTT platforms by caching popular material in local hubs or directly on satellites. Cutting down on content access delays not only reduces operating expenses but also enhances user experience.

Overcoming Technical and Business Challenges

Delivering OTT streaming over satellite networks has its own set of difficulties, despite its potential. To fully realize the promise of the technology, several issues must be resolved.

High Infrastructure Costs:

It takes a lot of money to build and launch satellite constellations. The initial expenditure is still high even though LEO satellite networks are less expensive than their GEO counterparts. Partnerships between satellite operators and OTT providers can ensure benefits for both parties while assisting in cost distribution.

Data Caps and Fair Usage Policies:

Because satellite internet has limited bandwidth, it frequently has data caps. OTT customers used to streaming with a lot of data may be put off by this. This problem can be lessened by partnerships that provide customized subscription plans, variable bitrate streaming, and sophisticated compression algorithms.

Regulatory Obstacles:

The laws governing data transmission and satellite communications differ between nations. To provide a flawless worldwide experience, OTT providers need to handle these challenges.

Opportunities for OTT Platforms 

Localized Content for New Markets:

There are chances to produce localized content that appeals to a range of audiences as a result of the growth into isolated and underserved areas. OTT platforms may establish deep emotional bonds with new consumers by collaborating with regional talent and using regional languages.

Emerging Markets as Growth Hubs:

Africa, South Asia, and Latin America are just a few of the emerging markets where satellite networks can have an impact. These markets' youthful, tech-savvy populations are ready to embrace new digital services, making them the next frontier for OTT growth.

Hybrid Network Models:

By fusing satellite and terrestrial networks, OTT services can further enhance content distribution. For example, satellite networks provide consistent service quality across a variety of geographic regions, whereas terrestrial infrastructure can serve urban areas.

Future Scope

The integration of satellite technology with OTT platforms is expected to develop into increasingly complex systems as it advances. Content delivery will be further optimized by innovations like real-time analytics and AI-driven content customization. Furthermore, the scalability of such systems will only increase as satellite costs continue to decrease due to reusable rocket technology.

The way that content is distributed and consumed has changed dramatically as a result of OTT streaming over satellite networks. This integration has the potential to deliver high-quality streaming to even the most remote regions of the world by tackling the issues of infrastructure, latency, and connectivity. Opportunities for OTT platforms are numerous, ranging from growing their subscriber base to making a significant contribution to society. With satellite technology, the digital divide can be eliminated, so it doesn't have to be inevitable.

As technology pushes boundaries, the need for visionaries grows. If you’re shaping the future of OTT streaming or satellite innovation, let your voice be heard through IMPAAKT Magazine.