MESCo #1 NORTH Traditional Cache

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vp4: This series is causing me more grief than many of my other caches, I no longer have time to maintain suburban micros. Thanks for all the logs

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Hidden : 12/15/2007
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

The MESCo series of caches is based on the Geelong Tramways that operated from 1912 until 1956.

A photo of a Geelong tram is present in all caches (either in the cache or log-book). The number of each of the trams should be noted as they will assist with finding the co-ordinates of a final mystery cache. Good luck.

MESCo was the Melbourne Electricity Supply Company that was the supplier of domestic electricity in Geelong and was also responsible for the construction and operation of an electric tramway system in the Geelong CBD and surrounding suburbs. At its peak it utilised 31 trams and had eight routes. The total route mileage in its heyday was around 12 miles. There are a few remnants of the system visible in places but they are not easily found.

This series of caches will take you to the termini of all the lines. Caches vary from magnetic micros to traditional hides. Difficulty also varies mainly due to the suburban locations and the presence of muggles.

Cache details: MESCo # 1

This was the ultimate terminus of the NORTH route. The line originally opened as far as Melbourne Rd / Bell Pde on 06/07/1928. It was extended through to Melbourne Rd / Victoria St on 14/06/1929 and finally to Melbourne Rd. / Separation St (McLeod St) on 20/12/1929. The line was one of the last closed on 04/03/1956. The area was very different then with no overpass but a railway level crossing. The terminus serviced nearby industries. Trams ran from here to the city and then to BELMONT.

The picture shows tram ** at the NORTH terminus.

The cache is an old mini m & m's container so really small swaps only and BYO pen.

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