Adopted by TinySuperman 9/4/18
This cache is located on the Brattleboro Retreat land near an interesting tower. Hiking is permitted. This is the first cache hidden by the Brattleboro Area Middle School Adventure Program. This cache is hidden in one of our favorite local hiking spots. The Tower has an interesting history in that it was built by the patients suffering from mental illnesses. As with many facilities for mental health during that period, doctors believed fresh air and exercise would help treat ailing patients. In 1887, construction began on Retreat Tower. Patients were designated to construct the tower as it was believed the physical activity would help their treatment. Upon completion, it provided patients with breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Although meant to aid their health, the tower proved detrimental. It’s believed several patients ended their lives by leaping from the tower. The site is now home to various paranormal accounts. There have been several reports of a ghostly figure jumping from the top of the tower… But the apparition always disappears before it hits the ground.
Park on the road at N42 51.580 W072 34.042 (across from the Harris Hill ski jump on Cedar street). Trails are well marked, but bushwhacking will work as well. Follow trail to the tower at the top of the hill. You may want to use the hint below after you find the tower.