This cache is placed as part of the 2008 Geocaching Adventure, a
geocaching game placed by MiGO members as a tribute to the
Metroparks Geocaching Adventure series. In order to complete the
2008 Geocaching Adventure, you will need to find the 11 caches
hidden in the different Metroparks (full list). At each cache you will obtain a keyword
or phrase to enter into a puzzle found in our brochure. The
brochure is available to print at www.metroparks.com.
The caches will be in place from May through December 2008.
We will be holding a geocachers picnic at Huron Meadows
Metropark, N 42.29.374 W 83 46.395, on September 13th. Watch the
Geocaching.com website for more details.
This metro park has one of the top 10 birding sites in Michigan,
Metro Beach is host to a variety of birds during spring and fall
migration, including warblers, waterfowl and hummingbirds. Bring
your binoculars to spot loons on Lake St. Clair in the spring.
Nature interpreters maintain a park bird species list. A variety of
birding programs are held throughout the year to help people get
started in and learn more about birding.
Take your time while doing this cache. Stop, listen and observe.
This cache is approximately 1.5 to 2 miles round trip (that is why
it's rated a 2). The terraine is level and flat.
This cache is located within Metro Beach Metropark, a part of
the Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority park system. The park is
open May 1st thru September 30th from 6am till 10pm and October 1st
thru April 30 from 7am till 8pm.
NO PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK AT ANY TIME.
A Metropark Vehicle Entry Permit is required: Annual Permit $20,
Senior Permit $12, Daily Permit $4. The Metropark may be closed on
certain days for deer management programs typically in the fall;
please call ahead for closure information on the day of your visit.
For general information please call 810-227-2757 or 1-800-47-PARKS,
or visit our website www.metroparks.com. All park rules and regulations
apply. Park in parking lots only.