GC6HRNM KEWE: Bammert Blacksmith Shop (Traditional Cache) in Michigan, United States created by KEWE Ranger

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GC6HRNM ▼

A cache by KEWE Ranger Message this owner

Hidden : 5/15/2016

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This cache is part of the Keweenaw Historic GeoTrail.
This quick easy cache is a small lock&lock container located adjacent the parking area.

COMING SOON: Keweenaw Historic GeoTrail!

This twenty cache trail will lead you on an adventure through Keweenaw National Historical Park and many of its partner Heritage Sites. We hope you enjoy the beautiful sights as you explore the copper mining history, connect with the people involved, and discover the unique geology that made it possible. Don't forget to record the portion of the cypher key hidden in this cache. Click or scan the QR code to download the Keweenaw Historic GeoTrail Passport, or click here to learn more.

As copper mining companies grew, so did supporting commercial developments. One business that was typical to find was the local blacksmith, or metalworker.
photo: Bammert Blacksmith Shop. Credit: NPS

photo: Bammert Blacksmith Shop. Credit: NPS

Born in 1863, Amos Bammert started blacksmithing in the Keweenaw near the Cliff Mine in the 1880s. In the early 1900s his shop was moved to its current location. His son Albert joined him in the blacksmith and woodworker trade in 1909 at the age of 13. The blacksmith shop would build sleighs, wagons, buggies, and later operated intermittently, with the last saddle horse shoed here in 1940.

In 1998, Albert’s sons donated the building and its contents to the Keweenaw County Historical Society, a Heritage site of Keweenaw National Historical Park.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)