This cache is number three in the Jim Gary's Sculptures Series.
These coordinates will bring you Jim Gary's former home. It is
still decorated as he left it when he died in 2006. I wont ruin the
surprise, but this is the mother-lode for admirers of his art. Jim
Gary designed and created most of his art right out of this home.
Around the holidays he decorated the works with lights and served
cookies, milk & smiles with anyone who stopped by to chat.
Despite serving in the US Navy, selling hundreds of sculptures,
winning dozens of awards, being featured in scores of write-ups in
newspapers, magazines & books and even having an exhibit of his
art touring the world, Jim never lost his own small town attitude.
You can call him Jim too. He would have preferred it that way.
As you check out the local inhabitants, remember that Jim
created all of these by hand. He was self taught and scavenged most
of the parts from local junk and scrap yards. Be sure to note the
contrast between the bright signature colors and his subdued actual
signature on a few of the pieces. This contrast is fitting. For him
it was never about being recognized or famous. It was about
creating art and making people smile.
You are hunting for a small Lock&Lock alongside the road
away from the house. You can pull over and park right by GZ. Though
nature has started to reclaim it, this was where folks used to park
when visiting. This isn't meant to be a difficult find but please
rehide the cache well - don't just create a large geopile - and be
mindful of the neighbors. This is a quiet suburban neighborhood
after all!
For more information on Central Jersey's own Jim
Gary:
· An interview with Jim Gary:
Precious
Metals - Living in Colts Neck, July 2005
· A map of Gary's sculptures:
Centered on Central
Jersey
· The official homepage:
Kafi-Benz, Twentieth Century
Dinosaurs
· Jim Gary's Obituary:
New York Times, January 2006
This cache is certified
Central
Jersey!
