THE CACHE IS NOT AT POSTED COORDINATES
The use of Treestones as a grave marker arose in the 1800s to around 1905.
They were derived from the Victorian rusticity movement.
Trees generally symbolize strength, longevity and/or immortality.
A jagged and rough break marks the sudden, unexpected termination
of a life, a life cut short.
Ivy symbolizes the promise of life after death.
A fern at the base symbolizes humility and sincerity because these
plants are generally found deep in the forest and only by those
who have honestly searched.
Anchor has biblical connections and represents real
and spiritual commitment and steadfastness.
It also a symbol of a former seaman or maritime profession.
Treestones are popular for members of the Woodmen of the World.
As they became more popular, the Sears and Roebuck catalogue and Montgomery Wards catalogue offered them for sale.
N 37 15.9A9 W 075 59.00B
At the Posted Coordinates you will find a Treestone.
A = Number of branches cut off this Treestone minus 1 (-1)
When you look about 104 feet SW past this Treestone and
just a bit to the left you will see another Treestone.
Both trees were made in Maryland but by different makers.
In the bottom right corner you will find the name of who made this Tree.
B = Number of Letters in the Last Name
