Schiller Park was chosen because of the dedication those in the surrounding neighborhood have constantly held. This park is the second oldest in Columbus named after the German poet Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, who famously had a poem called Columbus. During World War I, American feelings against Germans lead the park and some of the surrounding streets to be renamed. Schiller Park became Washington Park for some time. After the war, Columbus decided to rename the park back to Schiller, although most streets were not changed back. The area continues to take pride in the German heritage with its events, restaurants and general traditions.
Tucked away in Schiller Park, this cache sure has one of the best views! Exit the stage to kick your feet up and relax. There’s a great Willow Oak tree (Quercus Phellos) that will provide plenty of shade. These trees are unique among other oaks because of their slender and glossy leaves- just take a look! They typically grow to be 60 feet tall, but can reach as high as 100 feet. You can find plenty of these trees in urban environments. They are commonly used in such settings where they work as great air filters. But be careful! People love to visit this park for fishing, admiring the flowers and just to unwind. You will have to be very stealthy when looking for this cache so it won’t be muggled. Great spot for CITO! You will not find the cache climbing the tree. BYOP.