The White Ibis, has red curved bill and crimson legs. It can be observed in shallow lakes, along shoreline and in mowed areas that are sometimes inundated in rain storms. They don’t “see” their prey, which are small creatures in the water or underground. They can actually “feel” with their bills. The adults are white with black wing tips and the juveniles are brown with various splotches of white as they molt into their adult plumage. They roost in wetlands with other wading birds as they are more protected from raccoons and other land based predators.
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.