The Bold Miner Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

Alba15: This cache has been unavailable for a considerable period and as the owner has not responded to logs I am archiving it.

Guidelines: "As the cache owner, you are also responsible for physically checking your cache periodically, and especially when someone reports a problem with the cache (missing, damaged, wet, etc.). You may temporarily disable your cache to let others know not to hunt for it until you have a chance to fix the problem. This feature is to allow you a reasonable time - normally a few weeks - in which to arrange a visit to your cache. In the event that a cache is not being properly maintained, or has been temporarily disabled for an extended period of time, we may archive or transfer the listing."

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Alba15
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Hidden : 10/4/2008
Difficulty:
1 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Colliers’ Moss is situated to the south of St Helens and began life as a colliery spoil and power station.

This common was created on the spoil & waste from the Bold Colliery & Power Station. A diverse landscape with water features (including lagoons, streams, wetland areas & a fishery), focal points, artworks, seating areas & an amphitheatre all serve to make the whole site a beautiful & peaceful place to explore as well as important habitat for wildlife. The widespread network of paths ensures good access for walkers, cyclists & horseriders.

The remnants of mossland around the fringes of the site have been restored and areas of sphagnum moss are expanding. The site supports a range of notable species including water vole, common lizard and 16 species of dragonfly including Blacktailed Skimmer and Emperor.

As a result of additional funding a car park has been created using recycled materials. The gateway and internal gates have been improved – the design of which was inspired by the cooling towers of the power station previously located on the Moss. A footpath has been constructed as well as new signs and a toposcope, information on what visitors can view and where, have also been added to help people get the most out of the area. As a result of the improvements half of the site has been designated as a Local Nature Reserve.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Ybbx sbe gur ohfu jvgu gur erq oreevrf.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)


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