Just For Tree Huggers! Traditional Cache

1. For a special encounter, go to a quiet park, forest, or woodland area in your neighborhood. However and for this particular case, you'll discover what you need at or near the above coordinates.

2. Walk the trails among the trees until you feel comfortable in their presence. Amongst all the nearby trees, there is a special one just for you to discover.

3. Gently and kindly touch the different kinds of bark textures with the palms of your hands and your fingertips. Don't be afraid to get personal with them.

4. Smell the scents of the various types of woods, but only one of them is awaiting your open arms.

5. Absorb their life's energies as you look upwards to the sprawling branches overhead and the shade they provide to you on a hot summer's day.

6. Find the perfect tree, the one that fits your mood. You will know in your heart which one is just right for you, for it will bring you peace and contentment.

7. Vertical Tree Hug: Encircle it with your arms, while gently pressing your cheek to the trunk, being careful not to scratch your face. Squeeze tightly. Sigh deeply and be one with your tree.

8. Full Body Tree Hug: Sit upon the ground, wrapping your legs around the base of the tree, and at the same time embracing it with your arms.

9. Up in the Air Tree Hug: Climb a tree, sit upon a strong limb and straddle it with your legs. Bend forward and place your belly against it, while wrapping your arms about it.

1. Feel free to hug more than one tree, if the mood strikes you. Besides, some of the other trees might get jealous.

2. You may like to take home a fallen leaf or nut as a keepsake and a remembrance of your new found friend.

3. Be sure to return each season to visit your favorite tree friend. BTW, don't be afraid to talk to your tree, for they are good listeners.