All nearby "Last Chance" caches will be archived prior to publication of the new caches on Sept 14th.
Watch for Muggles! This cache was placed for the 2018 Healthy Trails Henderson Geocaching Event. Extreme stealth required during camping season.
The Grass Pickerel is a top predator which actually looks scary. It is a small member of the Pike family, usually growing less than 30 centimeters in length and 500 grams in weight. Like other Pike, the Grass Pickerel has a long, cylindrical body, long snout, forked tail, and dorsal and anal fins located well back on the body. Threats to this species include loss of wetland habitat, destruction of aquatic vegetation, climate change, water level fluctuations, disease and barriers to movement (such as dams).
The Grass Pickerel reaches sexual maturity by two years of age. No nest is built and no parental care is provided for the eggs or young, as they are simply dispersed in the water column and adhere to aquatic vegetation. The lifespan of the Grass Pickerel is seven years or less.
Please be respectful of campground sites and make use of designated trails. Conservation Authority Personnel remind us that there is a small entry fee into the Conservation Area. When the attendant isn't present, there is a self service drop box by the gate house. Also make note of the park hours as the entrance gates are locked each night. Please remember that off trail hiking is discouraged as it negatively impacts the environment. The area is well populated with animals, so please leave no food and re-hide the cache before leaving. Parking is available at: N42.52.688 W082.11.204. In the off season, (October to April) parking may not be available when the front gate is closed. If you do gain access to the parking lot, please park close to the Nature Education Centre so that Conservation Authority Staff don't accidentally lock you onto the property. Please re-hide carefully. There are a lot of exploring young muggles, especially during the camping season.