Inquiries as to how those shells got there lead to the question as to who occupied the place that has been the home of the Christian Science Church since 1967.
The answers were inconclusive and ranged from an Indian meeting place to the site of a mansion, to a house that fell into the brook, to the site of a slaughter house. Whatever structure stood there, its inhabitants used that particular area as a dump. Chards of pottery, glass bottles, horse shoes, and even the porcelain leg of a small doll seem to confirm that.
You are looking for a small cache containing only a log book and pencil. You could cross the brook and get your feet wet, but you don't have to. But do check out the shells on the embankment. (the leaves will cover them in fall) Hey, you might even pick up some shells and place them with the others.
If you choose to come across church property (permission has been granted), please be respectful, and avoid times of service Sunday morning and Wednesday evening.
The building has recently (June 2010) been sold to the Universalist Unitarians of Somerset County. They are aware of the cache.
The embankment is steep and can be slippery, use caution, and watch out for poison ivy in the area.
This cache is certified Central Jersey!
Congratulations to BZDREAMER on his very first FTF!