S5 EP116 Fork in the Road: Hidden Treasures and Mexican Street Dogs-Meet Julie Jansen

:Show NotesTurn Left at the Cactus – Fork in the Road Episode 116: Geocaching, a Mexican Street Dogs, and Finding Adventure with Julie JansenWhat do hidden treasures, stray dogs from Mexico, and a lifelong love of adventure have in common? This week on Fork in the Road, we sit down with Julie Jansen, author, geocacher, animal lover, and storyteller.Julie shares the heartwarming story behind her book—The Legend of the Gold Speckled Dogs-- inspired by Mexican street dogs, how that experience shaped her perspective, and why the lessons we learn from animals often say as much about people as they do about pets.We also dive into the fascinating world of geocaching—a modern-day treasure hunt that sends participants searching for hidden caches using GPS coordinates. Whether you're an experienced geocacher or have never heard of it before, Julie explains why the hobby has attracted millions of participants around the world and how it can add a sense of adventure to everyday life.Along the way, we explore travel, community, storytelling, and the unexpected discoveries that happen when we take a different path.In This Episode* The inspiration behind Julie's book: The Legend of the Gold Speckled Dogs* The story of Mexican street dogs that touched her life* How writing became a way to share that experience* What geocaching is and how it works* Why geocaching appeals to people of all ages* Hidden treasures, unexpected adventures, and memorable finds* How hobbies can connect people and communities* The value of curiosity and explorationAbout GeocachingGeocaching is a worldwide treasure-hunting activity where participants use GPS-enabled devices or smartphone apps to locate hidden containers called "geocaches." Millions of caches have been hidden around the globe, turning parks, trails, cities, and remote locations into opportunities for adventure.Why We Loved This ConversationJulie's story reminds us that some of life's best experiences begin with a simple act of curiosity—whether that's rescuing a dog, writing a book, or following a set of coordinates to see what's waiting around the next corner.Connect With Turn Left at the CactusHave a story to share? Know someone making a difference in San Felipe? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line at [email protected] or message us through our Facebook Page: Turn Left at the Cactus Podcast.Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support helps us continue sharing the stories, voices, and community spirit that make San Felipe such a special place.Turn Left at the Cactus — Everyone Has a StoryAnd don't forget to turn left at the cactus, for no bad days!To learn more: https://www.geocaching.com or, email Julie at: [email protected] to learn more about geocaching in San Felipe or to inquire about the children’s book.This episode’s “Special Friends of the Podcast” include: The Road Runner Restaurant-Yuli’s Deli Opening July 6! And, La Perla Brewery-Have they got some summer survival deals for you!#TurnLeftattheCactus#Podcast#SanFelipe#BajaMexico#RoadrunnerCafe#LaPerlaBrewery#GeoCaching#Legendofthegoldspeckleddogs