This cache is the second of six caches at the Big Darby Headwaters Nature Preserve. The preserve encompasses a mixture of wetlands, old farm fields and riparian forests that help sustain the Big Darby Creek watershed, named by the Ohio EPA as “…one of Ohio’s most valued natural resources.” After finding the cache, enjoy a walk through this lovely preserve, caching as you go. To learn more about the preserve, view a slideshow at http://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/ohio/placesweprotect/big-darby-creek-headwaters-restoration.xml
The cache, placed with the permission of the Nature Conservancy, is small camoed bison tube with a log only so bring your own pen/pencil. You also might need a tweezers to remove the log. The cache is only a few feet off the trail, so don’t waste your time going any further. The cords may be a bit off; the GPS wasn’t happy here. Try paying attention to the clue.
Access to the preserve is only allowed via the trailhead. A parking area is located adjacent to the trailhead - N 40° 17.883 W 083° 34.640
The preserve is open dawn to dusk and pets are not allowed. The woods can be buggy at times, so you might want to have a repellent handy.
Congrats to I.B. Lukin for FTF.