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LETTERBOXING AT THE GILMAN LIBRARY
Have you heard of LETTERBOXING?
Letterboxing is similar to Geocaching. Both are like a treasure hunt, taking place outdoors and on public property. These sports are enjoyed by outdoor enthusiasts of all ages all over the world. With letterboxing the goal is to find a small weatherproof box or bag containing a logbook and a rubber stamp hidden in a discreet location. Directions and clues can be found on Atlasquest.com or letterboxing.org. You can log in to record where you went and what you found, report any missing or damaged letterboxes, or learn how to ‘plant’ your own!
Adventurers bring their own logbook, stamp pad and unique stamp. Once the Letterbox is found, they make an imprint of the letterbox’s stamp in their logbook and leave an imprint of their signature stamp in the box’s logbook. Your logbook is like a passport, showing where you’ve traveled. Many participants make their own hand-carved stamps.
The fun part of Letterboxing is keeping it a mystery. Here is some general “Letterbox Etiquette”
· Put the box back exactly where you found it so others can find it using the clues
· Be discreet when looking around for a letter box so you don’t draw attention to others who don’t participate in the sport
· Respect the environment where the box is hidden
Look for a hidden treasure (outside) here at the Gilman Library and in other areas close by!
Good Luck and Have Fun!
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