This cache will take you along the nature trail in the Quinault Rain Forest, a half mile loop trail that has some minor elevation gain and is well maintained. You will walk in an enviornment found in no other region of the continental states. You will walk among towering hundreds of year old giants, lush vegetation and swift moving creeks. You will see moss-draped trees and an abundance of vegetation, including ferns, devils club, wild flowers, and wild berries, including blueberry, blackberry and salmonberry.
As you walk the nature trail you will see information signs, They are in the order listed below, although there are additional signs you will pass. Along this loop, stop at the signs listed by title and waypoint. Get the information you need, plug it in to get the final coordinates and go to the final.
The posted coordinates will take you to the parking area and the beginning of the trail. Please note there is a fee for parking, however many passes are observed.
The Quinault Ranger Station is aware of this cache, and has given permission for the final placement.
Final: N47 28.ABC W123 50.DEF
Pillars of Time: The Douglas Fir in front of you is estimated to be ___ years old. Take the middle number and it will be 'A'
Where Are Temperate Rain Forests: Several common factors link temperate rain forests together, including over ___ inches of rain and fog-drip per year. Take the first number. It will be 'C'
Water-Bound Life: The Osprey are frequent spring and summer rain forest residents. They dive from ___ feet into Quinault Lake after fish. Take the first number and let it be 'B'
Winds of Change: Wind blown trees account for over what percent of the death of trees in the rain forest. Take the first number and let it be 'D'
Unseen Fibers of the Web: The Red-Back Vole dine almost entirely underground, loving truffles. How many Voles (large) do you see pictured? Let this number be 'E'
We Are Just Strands in the Web of Life: Thanks for taking only pictures and leaving only footprints. Take the number of footprints at the bottom, subtract 7, and let this number be 'F'
The cache is just an added enjoyment. The real prize is the walk. Enjoy!
Congratulations k7da on the FTF