Ag Hist - ISU Original Research Farm Traditional Cache

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ILReviewer: Since I haven't heard from the owner I'm reluctantly archiving this cache. If the owner wishes to reactivate this cache in the next couple of months, please e-mail me at IllinoisGeocacher@yahoo.com and I'll unarchive it as soon as I can.

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Hidden : 6/16/2012
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

This cache is located near Ropp Agriculture Building on ISU property and placed with permission.

Watch out for muggles.

Parking will be a challenge. Try parking at one of the gas stations across the street. Maybe stop in for a cold bottle of water or soda!

BYOP - Bring your own pencil.

CREATED WITH 4-H GPS SPIN CLUB ASSISTANCE: In the Fall of 2011 the McLean County Farm Bureau (visit link) asked the 4-H GPS SPIN Club to help promote Agricultural Historic sites around McLean County. With the successful experience the 4-H GPS club had with creating the “4-H - Looking for Lincoln in Bloomington/Normal” (GC2MN0W), the club was up for the exciting history learning challenge. This cache was placed with permission obtained by property owner through MCFB. Be sure to thank the club for their assistance and enjoy the hunt.

ADDRESS:
Ropp Agriculture Building
355 N Main Street
Normal, IL

HISTORICAL/AGRICULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE:
The Illinois State University research farm was established in 1912 to provide opportunities for hands on learning and to conduct research to help farmers.

KEYS FACT:
Research drives progress in agriculture – helping farmers grow crops and care for livestock using the technquies that are safe, effective, efficient and environmentally friendly.

RESOURCES:
Ropp Agricultural Building: (visit link)

ISU Department of Agriculture/University Farm: (visit link)

“Celebrating 100 Years of Agriculture Illinois State University” DVD – contact ISU to request a copy

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