Red-Headed Woodpecker Traditional Cache
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This geocache is located on a firelane that runs along the North Boundary of Highlands Hammock State Park. The North Boundary can be accessed by taking firelanes North from North Branch. North Branch runs through the highlands of the park and is part of the bike trail. This road is also often walked or biked by visitors, as it is NOT accessible by vehicle. BYOP. Do NOT attempt this cache if you do not like sugar sand.
Different habitats are often distinguished by the species that can be seen in one place, but not another. This species, the red-headed woodpecker, has black wings, a white body and a totally red head is only seen at the top of the hill at the entrance of the park. It has habitat preferences that do not include the moist habitats found 50 feet lower than the entrance of the park. Drive carefully coming and going in the park. These birds are often road kills because they don’t look both ways before they chase their prey across the road.
This geocache is placed in Highlands Hammock State Park with the permission of park management. All locations must be approved by the Volunteer Geocache Coordinator Sarah Straub (DTISarah@gmail.com) and adhere to the guidelines set by the park for geocache placement. Vehicles are not permitted to park on any roadway within the park boundary. All vehicles must park within designated parking areas. The park is open from 8:00AM until sundown, 365 days a year. The admission fees are as follows: $6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle. $2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass. Camping is available in the park as well. Highlands Hammock State Park's Website
For more information about accessing cache locations please visit the ranger station to view a copy of Essential Eligibility Criteria for Geocaching at Highlands Hammock State Park.
Please remember to cache responsibly and stay on designated trails.
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