About Us

The purposes of the ILGCA are to:

• Illustrate and promote the state of Illinois as a geocaching destination.
• Garner new geocachers within the state to uphold and continue the state’s longtime history of good geocaching practices.
• Work closely with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and other state, local, and property management officials to safeguard the rights of individuals to geocache in the state of Illinois.
• Provide an opportunity for geocachers in the state of Illinois to gather, socialize, and establish a community.
• Promote the “Cache In Trash Out” and “Leave No Trace” programs to help in the maintenance of parks and trail systems.
• Educate Illinois geocachers about the responsible use and protection of our natural resources.
• Educate those new to geocaching, the state, local, and property management officials, and anyone else interested in the sport of geocaching to help achieve overall community appreciation and promote all points above.

Executive Committee

In the absence of an Executive Committee, the Board of Directors will carry out the Executive Committee duties, until such a time that there is enough member interest and eligibility to hold an election.