Woody's Spring House Traditional Geocache
scouter72: I am sorry, but due to reviewer request I need to archive this cache. It is currently due to Covid-19 that I cannot fix it. The many DNF were a result of people not finding it, I checked it numerous times during that and it was in place. It was only needed to be replaced one time. It is in an area that has some weak satellite signals.
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The tiny village of Orkney Springs, located at the foot of the Great North Mountain, can be reached in a round-about way – literally. Situated at the end of the Rt. 263, the only state road in Virginia that loops around upon itself, the town really can’t (and shouldn’t) be missed.
The original town of Orkney Springs was a thriving tourist destination in the mid-1800’s when the waters from Orkney Spring, otherwise known as Chalybeate Spring (means tasting like iron) were reported to have curative powers. Visitors flocked to the area to rest and relax in a spa like setting. In its heyday there were numerous forms of indoor and outdoor recreational activities such as jousting tournaments, ballroom dancing, and grease pole racing.
Today, as in the 1800’s, many visitors come to Orkney Springs seeking rest, reflection and relaxation. Most of the town is now called Shrine Mont Conference Center and is owned by the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. Visitors are welcome to walk the grounds and view the historic buildings. There are several buildings in the area of historical significance. Orkney Springs Hotel (now called the Virginia House) is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This four story-high wooden building is an impressive 96,000 square-foot was built in 1873. At the time of its construction, it contained the largest ballroom (50’ by 100’ with 18’ ceiling) built without any pillar supports. Another building of historical significance is Maryland House. It is the oldest building in Orkney Springs. Built in 1853, this two-story, 50-room building has been reported to have been used by Confederate soldiers during the Civil War as a place to rest and recuperate. However, this fact has never been verified.
Beginning in the 1960’s Orkney Springs became home to the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival, which is still held there every year. Visitors can listen to big band, folk, jazz and symphony music in a beautiful relaxing setting. The concerts are performed in the pavilion located on the grounds of Shrine Mont.
You are looking for an orange match container. This is not meant to be a hard find, just want you to enjoy the area.
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