FIJI
Once known as the Cannibal Isles, because of its ferocious
natives, the South Pacific nation of Fiji is comprised of 322
islands. About 100 are inhabited, while the balance remain nature
preserves.
First settled by Polynesians, the Fiji islands were sort of
discovered in 1643 by Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer. In 1774, even
Captain Cook anchored here, but it was Captain William Bligh of
(Mutiny on the Bounty) fame that finally made them famous.
In 1874 Fiji became a British Colony. It gained its independence
in 1970, after nearly a century of British control.
The majority of Fiji is mountainous (volcanic in origin) with
several peaks exceeding 3000 ft. The balance of the smaller islands
are a mixture of coral and limestone. Barrier reefs ring most
islands.
Tourism dollars are Fiji's main source of income, followed by
the sugar and garment industries. It's also rich in gold, coconut
oil, seafood and lumber.
The exotic islands of Fiji are one of Oceania's most popular
destinations.
MOGA MMVIII (2008)
Welcome to Mark Twain Lake -
John F. Spalding Recreation Area.
John F. Spalding Recreation area is located
on the North side of Mark Twain Lake. This area has many different
attractions and a quiet, remote location. There are many
opportunities for hunting, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, or
bird watching.
(Source for information
can be found on the Clarence Cannon Dam
website.)
Out here, we have placed a number of caches
for your hunting pleasure. The area is accessible year round with
the exception of a special Handicap Hunt. During off season, you
must check in at the district office and let them know you are
hunting caches. Some areas of the recreation area can be gated so
you would have to park and walk in. Letting the office know will
prevent a meeting with a ranger and having to explain why you were
back there in the first place. During regular season, usually from
April - October, the area is wide open. Check the website for more
information. US Army Corps of
Engineers - Mark Twain Lake.
These caches were placed by Eagle Scouts Kyle
Jones and Kevin Linn, both from Troop 760, Boone Trails District,
Greater St. Louis Area Council. Please remember to trade up when
trading items. Check out the local businesses while in the area and
make sure you check out the South side of this beautiful
lake.
This cache is placed in the John
F. Spalding Recreation Area which is managed by the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers, St. Louis District, Mark Twain Lake. A special thanks
to Allen Mehrer, USACOE Forester, who provided the Ammo Cans and
recommended where to hide them.
