An animal that is periodically observed in Highlands Hammock is not considered a native. It’s about the size of a small terrier and it’s up parts are encased in bony carapace with large shields on the shoulders and rump with nine bands in between. Hence the name Nine Banded Armadillo. There is a critical number involved with this animal in addition to nine and that is 4. Of course it has four legs, four feet and four toes. What else is 4? The reproduction cycle is marked with a phenomenon called arrested development and a second phenomenon of specific poly embryony, which results in the normal formation for four identical quadruplets. The quads are born about 4 months later and are born fully developed so within hours they can start wandering through the woods.
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.