The 1st three caches in the TIBA Series are located in this same area. You may encounter some soggy soil since ground-zero is located near the water. There is also the chance of crossing thorns and poison ivy, but these were not too bad on the day this cache was placed in late September. Please be prepared and have fun!
Parking Coordinates are N 40 42.653 W 082 39.366
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