Rappahannock Overlook Traditional Cache
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Well, it's been a long walk, but it is really worth it. There is a
really nice view, you are above the trees and overlooking the
river. Bring a picnic and sit and enjoy the view. Just don't get
too near the edge.
PLEASE WEAR BLAZE ORANGE during hunting season. No hunting is
supposed to occur on the preserve, but you should protect yourself
anyway.
The preserve is open from sun up to sun down. PLEASE ALLOW YOURSELF
ENOUGH TIME TO HIKE OUT BEFORE SUN DOWN. It could take up to an
hour to hike out from the far end.
This cache is part of the Voorhees Nature Preserve cache series.
This is a very nice Preserve located in Westmoreland County. The
area is relativly flat except for one big hill at the begenning/end
of the trail. If you go to the Westmoreland Berry Farm store you
can get a map of the trail as well as a Topo map of the area. Just
go to the counter and say you want to go to Voorhees.
The Nature Conservancy has generously allowed us exclusive
permission to place these caches. They are all located just off the
trail. TNC requests that you stick to the trails while in the
Preserve. They work to keep the trails well marked and clear so
that you can keep to them and not trample the forest.
Additional information provided by the
Nature Conservancy:
Preserve Visitation Guidelines Nature Conservancy preserves are
private properties. They are managed to protect fragile
resources--native species and plant communities. You will find few
facilities. The trails we do maintain or create are designed to
steer visitors away from the most fragile portions of the preserve
and toward those areas that can handle more use. Still, we ask you
to tread lightly.
Many of the state's preserves are open to visitors, but only for
low-impact recreational activities (see list below). Those
preserves harboring species or natural communities at risk,
however, are not open to the public.
Preparation: the Key to a Safe, Enjoyable Visit We ask you to
prepare for your visit and take proper precautions while on
site.
* Wear comfortable footwear suitable for hiking, but please do not
wear heavy, cleated boots - these damage the trails.
* To protect yourself from ticks, poison ivy or poison sumac, wear
long pants - and tuck them into your socks.
* No matter which season of the year it is, each person in your
party should bring a full water bottle. Dehydration is a serious
risk at any time of the year.
Preparation: What to Bring To get the most from your visit, and to
protect yourself from the elements, you may want to include the
following items in your backpack:
* Binoculars
* Camera
* Compass
* Field guides (to wildflowers, birds, butterflies and other
natural features) * Insect repellant
* Rain gear
* Snack (fruit or trail mix)
* Sunscreen
What You Can Do The following activities are permitted on
Conservancy preserves:
* Birdwatching
* Hiking
* Nature Study * Photography
* Boating (in some cases)
What You Cannot Do The following activities are not permitted on
Conservancy preserves:
* Biking
* Camping
* Caving
* Driving an ATV or off-road vehicle
* Cooking or camp fires
* Fishing or trapping
* Horseback riding
* Hunting
* Littering
* Pets
* Picking flowers, berries, nuts or mushrooms
* Removing any part of the natural landscape (shells, rocks,
etc.)
* Rock climbing
* Swimming
Respect Our Neighbors' Property Please do not trespass on private
property adjacent to Conservancy preserves. Property lines are
clearly marked with small yellow signs featuring the Conservancy's
logo.
Contact Us For more information, please contact our State
Office:
490 Westfield Road
Charlottesville, VA 22901
(434) 295-6106
open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
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