Terns! Traditional Cache
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This cache can be found along the Western edge of César E. Chavez Park, located near the Berkeley Marina.
It is placed near a picnic area with several tables, a couple of BBQ's and a beautiful view of the Golden Gate Bridge--so you might want to bring the family and a picnic!
This cache is one of my "wild bird caches"--each of which is named after wild bird species that I happened to see from GZ while hiding the cache.
This particular cache is dedicated to the Forster's Tern--a gull-like shorebird characterized by a slim body, black-capped head plumage, a sharply pointed beak, pointed wing tips and a deeply forked tail. As I placed the cache, I saw several of these graceful flyers sail along the shoreline,occasionally giving their distinctive squawk.
When you go, make sure to leave plenty of time to fully enjoy César E. Chavez Park--which has been a mainstay of outdoor recreation in Berkeley for decades.
Originally called "North Waterfront Park" when it officially opened in 1991, the park was re-named "César E. Chavez Park" in 1996 to honor the iconic Hispanic labor leader.
In addition to the aformentioned views, picnicking and birdwatching opportunities, the 90-acre park also offers:
- Large grassy areas with rolling hills (commonly used for flying kites, remote control aircraft and frisbee games).
- Hiking trails; including the 1.25-mile (2.01 km) Dorothy Stegmann Trail around the park’s perimeter (which is fully wheelchair accessible)
- A 17-acre off-leash dog area.
- A Solar Calendar.
- A wildlife sanctuary.
César E. Chavez Park also hosts Berkeley's annual Kite Festival in late-July and many informal Solstice/Equinox celebrations.
The park is open from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm and there generally is ample parking available.
Because the park is VERY popular (especially when the weather is nice), some stealth will be required--but this particular hide will provide a bit more cover than some.
Congratulations to Panda Ellie and Jellis for the co-FTF and thanks to Jellis for posting the photo!
Additional Hints
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