Saline Branch of the Salt Fork Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

Reviewer Smith: Archiving this listing as per the request of the Urbana Park District on 6.18.15

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Hidden : 1/18/2012
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Along the banks of the Saline Branch.

The Saline Branch is somewhat of an urban, yet ecologically diverse ecosystem. Most locals will pass right by it without ever noticing it, but even while meandering between residential areas and interstates, between highways and behind businesses, a number of differerent species of fish call this waterway home. You might also see Great Blue Herons and other birds along it's bank.

The Salt Fork owes its name to saline springs that provided natural salt licks for animals, and which were used for production of salt by Native Americans and early settlers. In its natural state, the Salt Fork drained a vast upland marsh between Urbana and Rantoul.

-Permission is granted by the UPD. Please obey park hours and regulations.

-This cache is placed outside of the limits of the Urbana Park District Archery Range, but within the boundary of the Judge Webber Park. The archery range is off limits, so please do not cross the fence line at any time.

-Terrain is a bit rough so please watch your step and wear appropriate footwear.

-Parking nearby is limited to one or two roadside/shoulder places. Please be considerate of the residents in the area.

-"Cache In - Trash Out". If you see trash, help out by grabbing a piece or two and disposing of properly.

-BYOP!

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