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NS Spirit Trail: Anchors Aweigh! Traditional Cache

Hidden : 2/15/2019
Difficulty:
4.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

Welcome to the newest link in the North Shore Spirit Trail! Thanks to the cooperation of the Squamish Nation and the City of North Vancouver, this dynamic accessible pathway brings you right through the heart of the bustling Mosquito Creek boatyard while completing the final section in the City's 6.5km portion of the Trail. You may now walk, run, bike, skate, or wheel your way from Lynnmouth Park to the Harbourside West overpass.

As you wander the sunken pathway, you can see some of the unique engineering features that keep you dry as you pass beneath the boat lift. If you time your visit just right, you'll be able to peer through a porthole to watch the lift in action. Keep your eyes and ears open because this is a favourite route for cyclists and joggers as well. Don't forget to bring a camera because there is something interesting to see in all directions. Aside from the boats around you, there are peek-a-boo views of old St Paul's Church, the North Shore mountains, Vancouver harbour, and lots of art pieces by indigenous artists.

Of course, this cache is transit friendly. GZ is mere minutes away from Lonsdale Quay Station, or you can hop off the bus at stop #61909 on Forbes or #61553 near Marine & Bewicke. Those of you coming here by car will be able to choose from a few parking spots on Bewicke or try your luck near Lonsdale Quay (that area is infested with pay parking lots).

As with all geocaches, remember that for every hill you walk down, there is another you will need to walk back up again! Enjoy the views, both above and below sea level! Please handle the camo with care and rehide the cache as you found it so this cache remains wheelchair accessible. NOTE! There is no need whatsoever to lift, move, or pull on any electrical devices or wiring at GZ.

BE ADVISED: A wise cacher always carries tweezers. Small ones, if you have some!

Just an FYI, the art piece here is called Time In Memorial And Beyond by Xwalacktun (Rick Harry).

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Fghpx? Vg zvtug or urycshy gb rknzvar lbhe fvghngvba haqre n oevtug yvtug...

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)