OTD 2.7 July 2nd Traditional Cache

OTD - 2:7 

Perhaps you want a smiley for every day of the year or maybe a birthday smiley. For whatever reason these 12 mini monthly power trails are here to be found. Most are easily located, with an occasional sneaky one in the mix, sat lock can be difficult in some areas.

Here are some facts for this day. You are welcome to log your interesting, quirky or fun fact/s with your log.

Steve Fossett becomes the first person to fly a balloon solo around the world. 

Steve Fossett, born 22 April 1944 in Jackson, Tennessee, USA, made his fortune in American financial markets, allowing him to pursue his dreams of adventure. Known for his five world record non-stop circumnavigations of the Earth, as a long-distance solo balloonist, a sailor, and a solo airplane pilot, Fossett currently holds official World Records in 5 sports.

On 19 June 2002, Fossett launched from Northam, Western Australia, on his sixth attempt to fly solo around the world by balloon. He succeeded in achieving his aim on 2 July 2002, landing in Queensland, Australia. He completed the journey in 13 - 14 days and covered approximately 31 260 kilometres.