📦 Where can I drop off trackables?

We recommend not dropping trackables into large events such as MWGB. Trackables want to travel to geocaches and can often get lost in the busy activities of a Mega event. MWGB does not provide a monitored area to drop off trackable items. A table in the Info Center will be designated to leave and pick up travel bugs. We encourage you to hand off TB's to another cacher for the best chance of it not becoming misplaced. 

🗺️ Can I place geocaches or lab caches at the Event?

We have an amazing team of volunteers that create all the fun geocaches on the Fairgrounds for our attendees. The grounds are updated annually with brand new themed containers that are always favorite point worthy. Our Lab Team also makes the interesting, unique, and interactive Adventure Labs that are only available during Midwest Geobash. We respectfully ask that additional labs not be placed on the Fairgrounds without prior knowledge of the Planning Team. This helps prevent conflict with areas sensitive to unplanned foot traffic. 

🚫I Can't Make It To The Event!

Camping reservations are non-refundable.  You are welcome to offer the site to another camper and/or sell it at your discretion if you are unable to attend.

We do not mail out swag purchases.  You can have a friend pick up your order if they have a copy of your Paypal receipt and your registration number with them.  Otherwise, by 2pm on Saturday all unclaimed items at the store become available to anyone for purchase.  After the event we tally who did not pick up their swag and issue refunds (minus Paypal fees).  

⛺Camping Questions

Camping opens usually in early Spring and closes approximately 3 weeks before the event.
Check out our handy guide to walk you through the process: Registration Guide

Camping Is Non-Refundable

Pricing is for the full event period, there are no discounts for partial use.

Basic sites are 24' wide by 30' deep. Reserve 2 adjacent sites if you need more space. 

Camping can be purchased at the event, but sites are limited and will incur an additional fee. 

💰 Is there any cost to attend MWGB?

No, there is no registration fee to attend MWGB.  You may attend for free.  The only "costs" to attend are your travel costs, food, lodging, souvenirs, flat tire repairs, tow truck bills when you get stuck in the mud where you shouldn't be driving... that kind of thing.

Do I have to register?

No, but it's super helpful to us.  It takes only a few minutes and really does provide us a lot of value.  If you add people to your registration, it helps us ensure we have enough stuff for everyone attending, and you get a pre-printed poker run card which will save you a ton of time. This is Step #2 under the Registration Tab.

📅 Registration is closed.  Can I still come?

Absolutely!  Just show up!  You will want to read the schedule, event page, etc. to be sure you know where to go.

🕵️ Treasure Hunt. Do I need to bring a metal detector?

Nope!  We provide everything you will need. Purchase a ticket (while supplies last) and join the line. Our volunteers will guide you to the search field, provide the metal detector and help you check to see if you have won additional prizes! Everyone that participates will receive an exclusive MWGB Treasure Hunt trackable. 

🛍️ Swag Questions

We strongly suggest placing an order online prior to the event.  It saves you money (usually 10%) and more importantly guarantees that the items you want will be there.  We do not order a lot of additional swag. Popular swag items may be sold out by Friday evening at the event.  If you preorder swag, please pick up before 2 pm on Saturday.  We will issue refunds at our discretion for any unclaimed swag, minus PayPal fees. 

🤩 New to Mega Events? What to expect....

• Check out our Prep Guide & What to Expect pages.

• Browse past MWGB caches for inspiration.

• Bring signature items—pathtag trading is popular!

• Don’t worry about experience; MWGB is social & welcoming for all Geocachers.

• Lost? Check the schedule, find a green-lanyard volunteer, or ask for help.