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Sachs Creek Traditional Geocache

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Skookum Bear: As the cache owner has not indicated that they have visited the cache location to replace it if it was missing, perform needed maintenance, or verify that it is still there within a reasonable amount of time, I am regretfully archiving the cache to clear it from the active cache database and open the area to new caching opportunities. If the cache owner would like to replace a cache at this location, please submit a new geocache listing and it will be reviewed under the current Geocaching guidelines.

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Hidden : 11/24/2013
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

A very scenic stream. During the salmon season, a prime spot to see them go upstream and maybe chance upon a bear. Keep your eyes open.


This cache is located close to the Sachs Creek. It is an easy and short walk through the woods but there are no well defined trails. The trailhead listed is a suggestion and is more of a deer path. The forest here is mossy and is a good spot to see mushrooms during the fall. During the salmon season, watch out for bears, as there are some salmon pools. It is close to the road and one can hear the vehicles passing the bridge just downstream. There is usually not a lot of traffic though and it is possible to feel away from it all in just a few steps through the woods.
The old logging road that runs paralell to the stream makes a nice walking trail that could take you quite far up the hills. About 300m upstream, there is an old logging bridge. From there, a now very overgrown path takes you through the forest and along the stream. It is somewhat flagged, but is not used very often. If you feel adventurous, it is quite a nice walk. Go as far as you like and double back, or if you have some good navigational skills, you can try to join some logging roads upstream and do a long loop. 
Sachs Creek, according to K. Dalzell, in "Queen Charlotte Islands, Vol.2: Of Places and Names", page 278, was named after John Sachs, a pioneer storekeeper from Charlotte. About 2kms to the east, there is another creek, this one called "Ski jump Creek". Still according to K. Dalzell, the name comes from a flaw in the original bridge constructed over the creek. Vehicles would sometimes take off, as if on skis, when going in a certain direction. 
The new bridge, however, does not offer such excitement. Enjoy the ride!

 

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

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