OCBSA Cache to Eagle #12 (ENC) Traditional Geocache
Hidden : 7/1/2010
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

The cache is a 4 quart storage container. Original contents include logbook, pens, Boy Scout patches, a beach ball, and assorted trade items.

The Environmental Nature Center (phone 949-645-8489) in Newport Beach is open 8am - 5pm weekdays and 8am - 4pm Saturdays, closed Sundays and most holidays. This cache is available any time the Learning Center is open.

Cache to Eagle is a series of public geocaches hidden at or near the sites of Boy Scout Eagle projects. Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America requires years of dedication and hard work. In addition to required merit badges, active troop participation and leadership, each Scout must complete a project that requires many hours of planning, leadership, and a commitment to his community. This cache is part of a nationwide geocaching series called Cache to Eagle, which showcases these special contributions. These caches were placed in 2010 as part of the “100 Years of Scouting” celebration.

The logbook at each cache location has one of the 12 points of the Boy Scout Law (in random order). This cache series had multiple purposes:
  • Celebrate 100 Years of Scouting by highlighting the contributions Eagle Scouts have made to our community
  • Introduce Scouters to Geocaching and Geocachers to Scouting
  • Provide a means to distribute geocoins and patches donated by the Orange County Council of the BSA

    We distributed the geocoins and patches, but the other objectives remain.
These collectibles may still be available at www.geoscouting.com.

The The Environmental Nature Center promotes conservation by educating the community. Their mission statement is "Providing quality education through hands-on experience with nature." In addition to the ENC Learning Center, the site features ponds, trails, an assembly area, a butterfly house, and displays featuring plants from various biomes.

Over 100 Eagle Scout candidates have completed service and leadership projects here at The Environmental Nature Center! In 2007, Pete S. removed an old, unsafe bridge over a stream bed and installed a new arched bridge made from recycled and environmentally-friendly materials. He also built and installed two bike racks, making it more inviting for locals to bike to the center. Jacob A. built benches designed to fit in with the natural look of the center. In 2002, Tyler B. reconstructed 70 feet of trail, replacing old railroad ties with rebar to create a more natural setting and constructed cages for snakes and lizards that simulate their natural environment. In 2006, Tommy B. of Troop 90 built an outdoor ampitheatre. After you find the cache, do yourself a favor and take some time to explore the grounds!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Tb nurnq naq nfx...

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)


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