Dundas Falls Traditional Cache
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Cache is a camo'd lock 'n lock container located near Dundas Falls, at the foot of the escarpment, in Dundas. When placed, the terrain was covered by leaves, which made it harder to navigate. My advice would be to take your time, and don't rush. Parking is available just off of King Street, on the shoulder right at the point where King street curves going up the escarpment.
CACHE IS NOT NEAR ORIGINAL STONE STRUCTURE SO PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB!!
When placed, the cache contained a logbook, and some dollar store trinkets. At GZ, you will find many interesting features, such as the Falls, and the ruins of an old mill, which I believe to be the Fisher Paper Mill, and later known as Gore Mill. On the other side of the Falls, you will see the former Dundas District High School, which was built in 1928.
Dundas Falls is 6.4 metres (21 Feet) in height and has a width of 6.7 metres (22 feet). It is a terraced classic falls that has year-round flow and derives its water from Spencer Creek.
The waterfall and adjacent property were owned by the Fisher Family. In July 1863 John Fisher bought the Gore Paper Mills on the same property. Gore Mills made newsprint, carpet, felt, paper and wrapping paper. The paper mill ran day and night when the water flow was good. The mill was torn down in 1929 to provide a site for the school. At this time the waterfall and channel were reconfigured to prevent flooding at the school, thus giving it a man-made appearance.
The following page has a wealth of information about the School, and surrounding area: (visit link)
Congratulations to Foam Follower on the FTF!!!
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
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Treasures
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