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ROCKPORT HARBOR and the HEADLANDS Traditional Cache

Hidden : 8/23/2013
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

WELCOME TO THE HEADLANDS and ROCKPORT HARBOR

Another one of several historic and picturesque caches on Cape Ann

by Sisubuska

The Headlands

The Headlands are a barren strip of weather beaten land facing the Atlantic to the northeast. It offers a beautiful view of Sandy Bay and Rockport Harbor. As you see, Rockport Harbor is home to commercial as well as recreational boats. The centerpiece of the Harbor of course is the  big red building on Bradley Wharf. "MOTIF #1" which is said to be one of the worlds most photographed and painted buildings was originaly built in the 1840's. Unfortunately it was destroyed in the Blizzard of 1978 but was soon reconstructed to remain the towns most famous icon. Rockport Harbor has a long and deep history of fishing and ship building dating back to the 1600's.  The cache is medium size and has some trading items and would be a good host for traveling items. Also there are some historic photographs in the gallery. PLEASE DONT LEAVE COMMENT AND PHOTO SPOILERS, Thanks......Enjoy!

Motif #1

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Whfg or zvaqshy bs gur cbvfba vil arneol. Ab arrq gb pbzr va pbagnpg jvgu vg...

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)