FSC-2010 Wilmington Traditional Cache
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First State Challenge 2010- Wilmington
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The Delaware Challenge is back: First
State Challenge 2010 sponsored by Delaware Geocachers! There are 22
new caches spread across the state of Delaware by volunteer cachers
to give you an appreciation for the great areas of the First State.
We are spotlighting New
Castle County this year.
These should all be fairly easy to find as they are either small or
regular size with a maximum rating of 2/2. To complete this
challenge and be eligible for a Pathtag & certificate at the
challenge event, you must complete the following:
1. You must find and log ALL 22 caches- both at the cache location
and online. Record the code phrase written in the log book of each
hide and email your completed list of all 22 code phrases to
FirstStateChallenge@gmail.com.
2. For your convenience, there is a form on the Delaware Geocaching
Website at
First
State Challenge 2010 - Form although the use of this form is
not required.
3. There will be a Challenge Event (more details later) open to all
cachers. At this event, those that have been verified as completing
the challenge, will be eligible for the following:
Completion certificate
Challenge Pathtag (limited)
4. Pathtags are limited to the first
100 cachers who complete the challenge.
5. More information can be found on the Delaware Geocachers Forum
at First
State Challenge 2010
Rockford Park- Wilmington
Location
In the late 1800's, the city of Wilmington, Delaware, was beginning
to develop its first complete park system. One of the city's more
successful businessmen, William Bancroft, was a key figure in the
establishment of Wilmington's park system. He is credited for the
donation of some 59 acres of land that was used in the creation of
Rockford Park, and he would be happy to find that today, the park
boasts 104 acres of scenic woodlands and meadows.
The Rockford Tower stands on a hill in Rockford Park, and it is
approximately 115 feet tall. Built to serve as a water tower, the
Rockford Tower is made of stone, making it quite the impressive
architectural gem. It wasn't until 2002 that the Rockford Tower was
again opened to visitors, and you can bet that the bulk of them
love climbing the stairs to get to the observation area. Not only
can you see downtown Wilmington from the tower, but it also
features wonderful park views.
The rolling hills found in this part of Delaware make for a
beautiful setting, and where the wooded areas end in Rockford Park,
sprawling open spaces begin.
Cache Details
The parking and trail head is at N39 46.128 W075 34.207. This
regular cache is about a 0.15 mile walk down the trail and then
only 50 feet off the trail. STAY ON THE TRAIL, a straight bushwhack
will be a 4 terrain. You will pass some old mined areas and then go
along an old railroad bed.
This cache has been approved by the Wilmington State Parks Manager.
Please observe all local regulations.
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
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