On Veterans Day, November 11, 2017, Estes Park residents and guests celebrated the dedication of a the Estes Park Veterans Monument. The monument was first envisioned by WWII Navy veteran, Laverne (Vern) Mertz. The dream of a monument honoring veterans became a reality through the work of the committee members and support from our generous mountain community, fundraising over $100,000 in just one year for the project. This beautiful monument provides veterans and others a place to reflect and honor all veterans of military service, past and present. Parking is available at the Estes Park Visitors Center. Permission for the placement of this geocache was given by the Town of Estes Park. Please be discreet. Please respect the Monument. NOT hidden near the flowers. Heavy muggle area.