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A Picnic Tragedy at "The Grove": Tour of Pole Hill Multi-Cache

Hidden : 4/30/2017
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
3.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

Welcome to Pole Hill Reservation! This place has more history than you probably think. 


During the late-1800s to 1900, Pole Hill Reservation was known as "The Shawsheen Grove". It featured a dance hall, train stop, and running track. Long story short, The Grove closed after "Smoky" Davenport, an unwanted guest at the picnic area, was murdered by Edward H. Janifer in 1900. Soon after, the entirety of this one-time hotspot was demolished. 

For more reading, visit http://andoverhistorical.org/explore-andover-stories-blog/pole-hill-murder

This multi-cache will take you on a tour of Pole Hill Reservation. WP1 is at the approximate summit of Pole Hill, WP2 is very close to the site of the dance hall, and WP3 is a spot I particularly liked. They are all recycled containers. Use the parking coordinates given to begin your hike. The terrain is high because it's hilly and there is a small bit of bushwhacking. The trails are very nice here, though.

Enjoy!

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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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(letter above equals below, and vice versa)