MPWA - Deer Season Traditional Cache
Hidden : 9/23/2012
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

A Traditional cache in the little known Mountain Provincial Wildlife Area (MPWA).

I have been aware of this area for a few years, but had never had the time to explore it. On Sep 23, I hopped on my bike with a few cache containers and went for a ride. I was surprised what I found in the area. It was quite beautiful, and more rugged than I expected in some spots.

This cache is along an active ATV trail that is in surprisingly good shape. I enjoyed riding my mountain bike down this trail and it goes on for quite a while.



The Mountain Provincial Wildlife Area (from MNR)
 This provincial wildlife area is situated in the former Winchester Bog, a 2,000-ha wetland that once supported extensive bog vegetation. Because of past drainage efforts, the area is now mostly a poplar and willow-alder shrub swamp. While there are no formal walking trails, the wildlife area can be accessed by trails that follow the ditches. Some artificial ponds have been created; these support frogs and Midland Painted Turtles. The usual birds of scrubby wetlands, such as American Woodcock, Swamp Sparrow, Common Yellowthroat, and Yellow Warbler, can be seen. There is a large population of Wood Frogs.

(I can personally attest to the large number of frogs...)

 This area is best explored on bike or on foot. All the caches are very close to a trail. I would strongly recommend that you do not leave the trails to find a shortcut. If you decide to drive, be warned, that the road where you start degrades with every turn. If you do drive and end up getting stuck, I warned you!

Also note that this area is frequented by hunters.

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