Geocache Talk - Geocaching Network
Geocache Talk - Geocaching Network
Gary Slinkard
Geocaching HQ Health Score: Is Your Cache OK?
1 hour 41 minutes Posted Oct 26, 2026 at 2:07 am.
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This week on Geocache Talk, we’re exploring Geocaching HQ’s Health Score—the hidden system designed to help identify caches that may need an owner’s attention.
What affects a cache’s health? What does a low-score notification mean? And what should you do when one lands in your inbox?
We’ll discuss:
🧭 How DNFs, attention requests, and time between finds factor into the system. 🛠️ Why maintenance visits and owner maintenance logs matter. ❓ Where difficulty and terrain ratings fit into the picture. 💬 What owners and finders can do to keep the game enjoyable for everyone. Have you received a low Health Score notification—even when your cache was still there?
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