YCH: FAIL. Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

flaffle: I'm sorry to remove the only cache along this run that's pretty much a guaranteed find. To say this was not a planned placement would be an understatement. Since I am retiring the rest along here, I didn't see the point in keeping this one live as it wasn't really a "flaffle" cache. Whatever that means.

I hope that a few folks will actually figure out how to do the shuttle loop as if you hike the whole trail you will really get a good hike and some great scenery. Thanks goes out to the brave few that made the hike and had the sense to make their way back out.

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Hidden : 12/28/2011
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
3.5 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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A cache dedicated to misadventures of your own making. Here's a brief list of the things I failed to do the night I placed this cache:

-File a trip plan with someone letting them know your plans and expected return time.
-Familiarize yourself with the trail and possible outs (there aren't any legal ones as it turns out).
-Check your electronics to make sure they are working, or better yet, not be dependent on them at all.
-Turn back when you realize you are in unfamiliar territory and have no idea where you are going.
-Turn back after you have lost the trail.
-Allowing adequate daylight to complete a hike, particularly one you are unfamiliar with.
-Never rely on a cell phone in the woods.
-And there has to be at least four more total failures as a responsible hiker...

Really, this is a wonderful and very scenic hike from Papermill Rd. I wouldn't have ended up that far out if it wasn't! Be prepared for some miles. Though I didn't run track, it should be around 7 miles RT if you do an out and back. Outside of the distance, the hike is relatively easy and up until a bit beyond the cache, very well marked and easy to follow. I know there is another way in from the Cold Cabin area but I haven't found it....

There are two stocked Lock and Lock containers in the cache. Feel free to take them without trade.

A note on the placement. This is where I first realized I was in for a long night and I wasn't carrying that can around anymore which is why there is such deviation from my normal hide. My failure is your easy find. Enjoy!

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