Come find a geocache at a true hidden gem of Banff National Park!
SPECIAL NOTE: The structure and artifacts you will find here are over 100 years old. Parks Canada has designated this area a protected cultural site - please do not damage or remove any artifacts you find. Take only photos, leave only footprints and your name in the logbook!
Nestled in the quiet forest above the beautiful Johnson Lake lies a hidden gem: the remains of the Hermit of Inglismaldie. Billy Carver built his humble home in 1910, living in the forest as a recluse for over 27 years. Originally from England, Billy worked occasionally at the mines in this area. His only acquaintance was Gee Moy, owner of the Market Garden at Anthracite, who brought him provisions. He was seldom seen by anyone else unless by accident.
Originally Billy's home contained a handmade stove, table, chair and couch. An extension was a later added, serving as a bedroom. In December 1937, local boys stumbled upon Billy and found him in poor physical shape. The authorities were notified and Billy was taken to an old aged home in town, where he later died. The RCMP investigated Billy, and found no legal reason for his seclusion.
This geocache was placed with permission from Parks Canada.