GC255JK A Short Walk from Spring Lake (Traditional Cache) in New Jersey, United States created by LBREWSTER

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LBREWSTER: Since both Laura and Beth, two very talented cachers, could not find the cache we went to check on it. We couldn't believe the amount of green vegetation that had grown up in the area. The lock n lock box was in its place but it was very tough to get to. When we placed it there was a nice little deer trail and no stickers. Now one has to do a tough bash. There was no PI in the area but the main trail from the bridge was overgrown and there was lots of PI there. We love the area so maybe we will try another cache closer to the bridge and only 2 ft off the trail. Thanks for all those who came to Spring Lake. It is a gem in the middle of a very urban area.

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A cache by LBREWSTER Message this owner

Hidden : 3/17/2010

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

The trail leads you directly to the cache area. The small plastic container is located 50 ft off the trail. Some thorns may be present and the trails can be muddy.

Spring Lake

This area is officially known as the Hamilton-Trenton-Bordentown Marsh. You will pass lovely Spring Lake on the path to the cache. This area is a unique urban wetland containing a marsh that connects multiple ponds, creeks, the D&R Canal, and the Delaware River.

The area boasts a rich human history that includes the Abbott Farm National Historic Landmark, where Native Americans thrived some 6,000 years ago. In the mid-1800's, the D&R Canal and the Camden and Amboy Railroad were constructed across the Marsh and used as major transportation routes. During that same time, White City Amusement Park was built at the Marsh, attracting visitors from throughout the region.

On the North side of Spring Lake the marshes provide an excellent habitat for beavers, Marsh Wrens, Least Bitterns, Yellowthroats, and Red-winged Blackbirds. Muskrat lodges are numerous in this area.

On the West side of the lake is a low-lying wooded area dominated by Red Maple and Sweet Gum. Nine species of ferns, including Rattlesnake Fern and Netted Chain-Fern can be seen as well as lovely displays of flowers such as Trout Lilies in the spring.

Trout Lilies Busy Bee

More information can be found at the following web site. http://www.marsh-friends.org/

The Friends of the Marsh sponsor a photo contest for pictures taken at the Marsh with prizes awarded in several categories. Submissions for 2010 are due Friday April 2. Details can be found at the web site listed above.

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