Going Camping Traditional Cache

The location of this cache is right in the middle of a popular camping ground so be wary of Muggles! The coords will take you to a tall Gum tree, from the tree you will see an old wood pit for the fireplaces - this will be the start of your search area. A logbook and pencil are provided.

Recreation areas in the state forests of the Lower Barrington Tops are focused in Chichester State Forest, accessed via Dungog or Gresford. Chichester is divided into two distinct areas, the western side centred on the Allyn River and the eastern side centred on the Telegherry River.

Forests in this area have been harvested for timber for many decades – some for over 150 years. The forests you see today are regrowth forests which means they have been harvested many times over and grown back. Today's forest management practices protect biodiversity, soil and water quality and cultural heritage sites while also allowing for sustainable timber production.

On the way to Telegherry Forest Park you will find a small, open air museum of old logging machinery. This is an excellent reminder of how logging equipment and practices have advanced over time. Telegherry Forest Park contains separate picnic and camping areas beside the river. There are a number of short walking trails leading into the surrounding forest and a creek that's popular for swimming or li-loing on. Following wet weather, Telegherry may be closed to the public and the gate will be locked, you may have to continue on foot. Information from http://www.forestrycorporation.com.au/visiting/forests/chichester-telegherry