Replace “screen time” with “stream time”! That’s right- look away from your GPS screen and take a moment to enjoy Wolf Branch. This stream is visited by hundreds second graders every year during their field trips to The NC Arboretum. The kids wade through the stream with nets, searching for aquatic macroinvertebrates, such as stoneflies, mayflies, dragonfly nymphs, and even crayfish. They learn about these animals’ incredible life cycles and how they can be indicators of good water quality. If you are curious, search for some of these cool creatures. You won’t need to get your feet wet to find this cache, though it can be fun if you do!
USFS rules state that geocaching is not permitted within Bent Creek Experimental Forest. Under a special use permit geocaches are permitted at The North Carolina Arboretum when placed and maintained by Arboretum staff only. Please refrain from adding additional caches.
The North Carolina Arboretum was established in 1986, and features a 434-acre public garden with over 10 miles of hiking and biking trails. For more information on fees and policies, visit our website at www.ncarboretum.org