On Top of Jeffcott Multi-Cache
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Mt. Jeffcott is only 265 metres above sea level, but its summit commands a view in all directions across the surrounding flat plains. In its early days, it was the site for one of the trigonometric stations of the Geodetic Survey
by which the features of Victoria were mapped. The Mount was originally set aside as a timber reserve in the 1870s, but activities such as gold mining (not very successful), removal of gravel for road-making, and regular grazing meant that few plants survived. The Reserve was gazetted in 1972, in two parts, that of the Mount itself (160 acres) and The Range (460 acres) controlled by a Committee of Management with local input.
The fencing of the Reserve put an end to grazing on the Mount. As a result, a wide variety of native flora has reappeared. In the springtime, the slopes of the Mount become a carpet of gold from the dense stands of hoary sunray (Helipterum albicans). A closer look will reveal many other native flowers, including orchids. Where once there was only one remaining native pine (Callitris gracillis) now hundreds are rapidly growing. The area also supports other trees and shrubs which are rare this far north in Victoria. Drooping she-oke (Allocasuarina verticillata) are plentiful on the southern slope, and some cherry ballart (Exocarpus cupressiformis) can be found. A new species, Eucalyptus filiformis was found on the Mount and officially recognised in 2005.
Both the Reserve and the Range are now under the control of Parks Victoria, and a local group, Friends of Jeffcott, was formed in 2005.
Cars should be parked at the base of the Mount, though the track is usable by four - wheel drive. The strenuous walk to the summit over rough terrain is well worth it for the outstanding views. Allow 30 minutes for the round trip.
Please enjoy the Reserve, but protect the small plants by keeping to the main track. (And remember: what you take in, you take out.)
At the listed coordinates answer the following questions to find the cache location.
A = 2nd digit in distance to Wycheproof
B = Last digit of distance to Mt Bolangum minus distance to Wooroonook Lakes
C = Add both the digits for distance to Lake Buloke
D = Last digit in distance to Mt Kerang
E = Last digit minus first digit in distance to Mt Doboobetic
F = add 1st and 2nd digits of distance to Yowang Hill.
Cache Location
S36 18.ABC E143 08.DEF
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