GC1WD0C Benches at Val de la Mare (Unknown Cache) in Jersey created by Pico Sailors

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Hidden : 7/26/2009

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

The above co-ordinates are for parking only. To solve the cache you need to walk around the reservoir following the path. Find the views and collect information to solve the puzzle for the final cache location. Good luck.

Val de la Mare Reservoir. The reservoir was constructed in 1962 and is the second largest reservoir in Jersey (Queen’s Valley is the largest). The reservoir holds up to 938.7 megalitres of untreated water (enough to supply Jersey with water for approximately five weeks). Water feeds into the reservoir from its catchment area of 350 hectares (865 acres) which extends towards St Ouen’s Parish Hall in the North and La Grande Route de St Pierre in the East. Water is also pumped to Val de La Mare from the desalination plant when it is in operation. The reservoir is fitted with underwater machinery designed to maintain the quality of the water in the reservoir. The equipment releases air bubbles into the water at predetermined intervals which helps to turn over and mix the water. If you see the water in the reservoir bubbling in certain locations this is what is happening. The reservoir has a natural wealth of flora and fauna and is home to many species of birds and wildlife. Owls are also particularly encouraged at the reservoir – see if you can spot their nesting boxes.

Add together the first and last date for 39AA.

Take the difference between the two dates for BB

Take the last two figures of the first date and you have DD.

Take away 1975 and you have CC. Now for the final calculation. N49 AA.BB5 WOO2 CC.DD5 I hope you enjoy the cache and the wonderful views along with a great walk.

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