2026 \;West Bend $1\,000 Cache Ba$h
\nThe ultimate geocaching event returns for its 18th year and this year is going to be legendary\, you betcha!
The West Bend Area Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the 18th Annual West Bend $1\,000 Cache Ba$h&trade\;\, a two-day mega geocaching event in the Geocaching Capital of the Midwest&trade\;. \;Whether you'\;re coming from up north or just down the road\, we'\;re glad you'\;re here! This year'\;s theme - All things Wisconsin! \; \;
\n\nWhat to Expect:
\n\nThe 66 Cache Hunt: Discover 66 brand-new permanent geocaches placed throughout West Bend'\;s most \;scenic trails\, parks\, historical landmarks\, and local businesses. Each cache includes a stamp or code word - collect them in your Official Playing Card to earn raffle tickets for the prize drawings. The more caches you uncover\, the more chances you'\;ll have to win. Not to shabby\, right?
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\n$1\,000 Cash Prize Drawing: Register and check in at Regner Park to earn one ticket for our big cash raffle! \;No Purchase Necessary! Winners will be chosen on Saturday during the prize ceremony and you must be present to win.
Cash Prizes: $500 | $250 | $100 x2 | $50
\n\nGeneral Raffle Prize Drawing: Earn additional tickets by finding caches\, completing geo-bingo\, or participating in games! Prizes include geocoins\, geocaching memberships\, gift certificates\, and more!
\nNEW! Cache Ba$h Poker Run: Looking for another ufn way to explore West Bend during Cache Ba$h? Don'\;t miss our brand-new Poker Run! Pick up your instructions and list of stops when you check in at Regner Park and visit participating businesses throughout the area to build your best 5-card poker hand. The Poker Run is free to play while supplies last\, and the best hand will win the grand prize featuring goodies from all participating Poker Stop locations!
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\nExciting Satellite Events:
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Lab Adventures via the Geocaching Adventure Lab app
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Vintage Geocoin Silent Auction!
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Geo-Bingo to meet other teams
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Geocoin\, Travel Bug\, &\; Pathtag Exchange
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Vendors &\; WGA Booth &ndash\; for gear\, games\, and info
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Limited Edition Cache Ba$h Geocoin for sale onsite (while supplies last)
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Splash Pad &\; Pool access at Regner Park
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Sunday Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Wisconsin Geocaching Association
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CITO (Cache In - Trash Out) park cleanup on Friday morning - stay tuned!
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Friday Food Trucks + Free Concert
\nOn Friday\, August 7\, enjoy a full day of food trucks and beverages at Regner Park from noon - 9 PM. After caching\, come back at 5PM for a free concert featuring the Judson Brown Band - perfect for a relaxed summer night in the park (concert not officially part of Cache Ba$h\, but well-timed for visiting geocachers!).
Schedule Highlights:
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Thursday: Welcome Meet &\; Greet
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Friday: Check-in begins\, caches go live at noon\, Lab Adventures
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Saturday: Final day to hunt caches\, playing card turn-in starting at 2:30pm\, prize ceremony
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Sunday: \;WGA Pancake breakfast
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\nWith 1\,600+ caches within a 10-mile radius\, West Bend is a premier caching destination blending scenic landscapes with small town charm. Cache veterans and first-timers alike will love this unique mix of community\, fun\, and adventure. \n\n
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Register Today!
\n\nAttendance is \;FREE\, but be sure to visit Geocaching.com (event #GCBHT5F) for all event details and to register your attendance.
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\nVISIT THE OFFICIAL WEST BEND $1000 CACHE BA$H EVENT PAGE HERE TO REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE
\nVolunteers Needed!
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\nWe need your help to make Cache Ba$h a success. With thousands of attendees and so many moving parts\, it takes a strong team of volunteers to keep everything running smoothly. Click the link below to view the SignUpGenius and sign up for a shift - we can'\;t do it without you!
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\nVOLUNTEER SIGNUP AVAILABLBE SOON!
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Official Cache Ba$h Apparel!
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\nGet your official 2026 \;Commemorative
\nCache Ba$h T-Shirt!
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\nDETAILS COMING SOON
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WHILE YOU ARE IN TOWN - CHECK OUT THIS AWESOME EVENT HAPPENING @ REGNER FRIDAY NIGHT!
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\n \;Free Concert | Beer &\; Drinks | Food Trucks \;
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Don'\;t Miss Out!
\n\nJoin us for a weekend of adventure\, camaraderie\, and geocaching excitement at the 18th Annual West Bend $1\,000 Cache Ba$h!
\nSee you there!