This reading spot is located in the heart of Avon. Historically named "Kinnakeet", the village was renamed "Avon" by the U.S. Postal Service when a post office was established there in 1883. Kinnakeet is an Algonquian Indian word meaning [that which is mixed]. This name was originally given to identify the area because it consisted of several settlements bunched into one.
This area was famous for being the location of Little Kinnakeet and Big Kinnakeet US lifesaving stations which were commissioned to assist in mariner rescues during our nation's early history. Very few people remember that Kinnakeet once had enormous stands of live oaks and cedars which were valuable for boat building. The early village flourished as a pre-colonial boat building and repair capital for eastern exploration ships. Kinnakeet was once the island's most prosperous local village right up until Hatteras Inlet was opened by a hurricane in 1846. From that point on Hatteras Village took its place (mostly due to the location).
This cache is an easy park and grab. It is a log only, so bring your own pen. Located next to the cache is a place to sit, relax, and read.