JOE EXIT 64, Mountain Resort Traditional Cache
Hidden : 12/31/2008
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:


JOE EXIT 64 “ Just Off Exit”

*** UPDATE 6-1-2009 *** CACHE CONTAINER SIZE HAS INCREASED !!!

The JOE cache series was started by altosaxplayer, a member of the Tri-Cities Geocachers. The name JOE means "Just Off Exit". The series was started as an Interstate 68 equivalent to the "Loop to Loop" and I-81 cache series that was started in Nashville TN by cgeek.

The JOE caches are placed no more than two tenths of a mile from the exit and the hint is a dead give away to the cache location. JOE caches are an easy way to pick up more cache finds while traveling.

This will be Number Three of our Maryland JOE series.

When planning our trips we always struggle with which caches really will be quick grabs and which may end as disasters and getting lost in an unfamiliar city.

This cache is meant as a quick grab for those traveling through the area and a nice fast smiley for those that already live here. Copied from VWDave's caches in VA and scrubjsm

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At Exit 64 not far from this cache you will find the Green Ridge State Park Visitors’ Center

You will find at the visitor center a Handicap Accessible Overlook
- Scenic Overlook Trail 50 yards - easy
This short accessible trail leaves the Forest Visitor Center and ends at an overlook with impressive views of Town Hill and Green Ridge mountain ridges. Bring your camera and lunch with you.

Also at this location is the Trail head for the Pine Lick Trail, just behind the Rest room facilities.
- Pine Lick Trail 6 miles - moderate
Cross Fifteen Mile Creek on a footbridge and hike the stream valley north to the historic Mason Dixon Line. Surveyed in the 1760s, the line helped settle land disputes between the Penn and Calvert families. This trail includes numerous stream crossings with seasonally flowing water

To locate the visitor center at the M.V. Smith Road Exit
- Directions for Visitors' Center:
(From Baltimore) Take I-70 West. Get on I-68 West.
Take Exit 64 and take the first right on M.V.Smith Road.
The next right turn is Forest Court leading to the visitors' center.

(visit link)

Trails

Please Play Safe!
The Green Ridge State Forest trail system varies in terrain and can be very rugged. There are stream crossings or steep climbs on most trails. Visitors are encouraged to wear blaze orange during hunting seasons. Remember that you are responsible for having the necessary skills, knowledge and equipment for a safe and environmentally friendly visit. All trails are blazed white.

- Fall Color Driving Tour 30 miles - 3 hours
This self-guided tour has been designated to showcase the fall colors of scenic Western Maryland. For added enjoyment, you may want to bring along binoculars, camera and field guide. For a detailed trip description, visit www.dnr.state.md.us/outdooradventures

- Backpacking
Plan a multi-day backpacking trip sleeping in Adirondack shelters, located along each forest trail. Using the C&O Canal, visitors can hike a 42-mile loop beginning at the Forest Visitor Center. Stop in the visitor center before your trip to obtain a back-country permit and tips about backpacking in a "Leave No Trace" way. Additional circuit trails are currently being planned for backpacking trips. Call the Forest Visitor Center for up-to-date information

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Now for the cache search

Thanks to the Federal Stimulus Package JOE has been given a grant to ENLARGE his JOE EXIT 64 to help stimulate the economy by traveling GEOCACHERS !!!

You will find this Larger than a Regular sized cammo'd cache along the South side of I 68, easily accessed from the East Bound side but accessable from either direction. It's a quick grab right off the highway, and easy to get right back on afterwards.

To find this cache you will have to do a little bush wacking but a very short hike will be required.

This Larger than a Regular Cache has enough room for many TB’s and their hitchhikers, a logbook, stash note, swag and writing utensil.
It is within easy access to anyone moving along I 68 for a quick cache and dash.

It’s also a Great opportunity to get out and stretch, enjoy the view and check out everything available.

Always Rememeber Travel Bugs need to keep Moving On !!! It’s very important that you move TB’s on there way as soon as you can (within two weeks if possible). They love to keep moving and racking up miles! Travel Bugs are NOT Free and have some personal meaning. If your going to
take one Please be Responsible. Log It, Move It to a new cache and


Hopefully you’ve enjoyed the View from the Overlook while entertaining this Outdoors cache.

A member of the Maryland Geocache Society (visit link)

This Cache is also Trucker and RV Friendly, as many Tractor-Trailers park along this East Bound Off Ramp and RV’s have access to the MV Smith Visitor Center.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

PNZZB'Q CYNFGVP WNE uvqqra ng onfr bs 4 gerrf. Vs lbh ragre arne gur Oevqtr lbh jvyy unir na rnfvre ebhgr.

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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