Captain Forster's Hammock Preserve Cache Multi-Cache

This cache has been archived.

MMBuggers: Owner visit- The statues at the first 3 stages were all taken. The ammo box at the final stage was the only thing left. I am archiving this cache and putting the ammo box out in a little different spot for everybody to get another find, Thanks to all who have hunted this multi and enjoy this neat area.

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Hidden : 5/22/2008
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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A 4 stage multicache in some interesting Florida habitat with a well stocked ammo can as the final stage.

The Captain Forster Hammock Preserve contains trails through mature maritime hammock and coastal hammock habitats. New restrooms and parking are located one mile south of County Road 510 on Jungle Trail. Seasonal tours are offered and self-guided walks are a great way to see a remnant of "old Florida." Trails are easy walking and are open from 8am until sunset. The 110 acre Captain Forster Hammock Preserve was purchased in the mid 1990s by Indian River County with cost-share funds from the State Conservation and Recreation Lands Program. The property was purchased to conserve natural and cultural resources on the site. The property is owned by the State Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund and is managed by Indian River County. The Preserve contains maritime hammock, coastal strand and wetland plant communities. It borders Jungle Trail, a State designated greenway and a byway of the Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Highway. The Preserve contains one of the largest remaining coastal maritime hammocks on Orchid Island. The site was home to Captain Frank Forster, one of the first Orchid Island residents who homesteaded on the barrier island growing winter vegetables and fishing along the Indian River Lagoon. Ample parking and a bathroom are near the first stage coordinates.The cache stages are all on different trails in the preserve. Minimal bushwacking is required. Stay on the trails- the stages are just off well marked trails. No maps appear to be at the trailhead but common sense can get you on the right trails pretty easily. The hints are for the first three stages. Use them only as needed- they are nearly spoilers. Email me for help with the final if you need to. I hope you like this area as much as I do. Congratulations to JJsquared for FTF for this cache!

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