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Mashamoquet Brook Crossing Traditional Cache

Hidden : 9/6/2009
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Airline Trail, Pomfret, CT


This cache is hidden along a section of the Airline Trail in Pomfret, CT. The Mashamoquet Brook crosses under the old railroad bed at this point. I estimate the elevation difference from the trail to the stream bed to be about 40-50 ft with a steep angle of descent on loose soil. Therefore, I do not recommend descending to the stream bed on either side unless you are very sure of your abilities! Use your own judgment and keep an eye on children. I have added pictures of views from both sides of the structure. The south view was taken 4 years ago during a very dry season. (I was searching for a letterbox at the time) The north view was taken recently . The water was about 2 feet deep and there was no shoreline access which explains the "close-up" shot.

This section of the trail is in very good condition with a few wet spots. The scenic portions can be tough to view during the foliage season. The trail is suitable for biking as well as cross-country skiing.

Note: The bridge crossing the Mashamoquet Brook at Covell Rd was closed to traffic at the time this cache was published.


Additional Hints (Decrypt)

pebgpu bs n gjb-gehax gerr

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)