******OCTOBER 1ST THRU FEBRUARY 1ST****** DUE TO DELAWARE HUNTING
SEASON, PLEASE ACCESS ON SUNDAYS ONLY
We wanted to incorporate both history and
geology into our Hundreds Cache. The first co-ordinate takes you to
a very important and historical place in Delaware. Without this
site, Dela-ware would not be "where" it is. You will be visiting
The OakGrove Cornerstone Mason-Dixon Line marker.
When you arrive, please take the time to read
about the significance of this part of our great State. You can
actually touch the marker and "feel" the history. Find the clue and
you will find the co-ords for the cache box located in the Marshy
Hope Wildlife Area. Yes, it is a little bit of a drive to get
there, but, trust us, it'll be worth it. There are paved roads that
will make the drive a little shorter, but they don't seem to exist
on the GPSr. You can follow where it sends you, it won't be too far
out of the way.(Or, you can look at a map and see how close Rt. 18
really is and go from there. Look North.)
Enjoy the ride across the Northwest Fork countryside You'll see
farms and fields and chicken houses As you get closer, you'll even
see cows-es. The parking co-ords for the second site are listed
below, use them wisely or trekking you will go. If you decide to be
brave and bold, be aware, the swamp can be cold. So take a hike
along the Woodenhawk River bank, Enjoy the sounds of nature and God
you will thank. It's only 2 10th's of a mile, enjoy your walk with
a smile. Remember that long ago, this waterway was the only travel
you know. This was used to haul food and goods, Now you get to
enjoy these woods. There used to be Indians here, as the legend is
told, Some lived near the bridge that was really old. The children
all said, to their younger brothers and sisters, if the Indians got
you, you would get the blisters. So, away they all would run and
play, and share the stories with their children today. Over your
head, a goose may fly, listen carefully for a little woodduck cry.
Briars are alot, there's a little holly tree to, find the broken
tree and a twisted vine, and your journey is through. We hope that
you've enjoyed a little tour through the Northwest Fork of Sussex
County Delaware. Parking: Marshy Hope Wildlife Area N-38 47.561
W-075 41.518 Happy Hunting