A Clappers
Caper (Part 1 - Indian Outpost?)
This cache is Part 1 in a series of three.
You will need to complete parts 1 and 2 in order to get the
co-ordinates for the final part (it is recommended that you
complete Part 1 first). Each of the three have their own standard
cache container to find and are set within the area known as
Sharpenhoe Clappers. The terrain is generally good (can get muddy
in heavy winter) with a few gentle climbs/scrambles and is great
fun for the kids.
Owned by the National Trust, Sharpenhoe
Clappers is an attractive chalkland spur crowned by a graceful
stand of beeches and an Iron Age fort. The hill rises to 525 feet,
providing excellent views, and is fringed by Clappers Wood. Trails
lead through the wood, and wildflowers abound in summer. It is in
the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Parking is
available at N51° 57.266 W000° 27.054 and
‘refreshments’ are available a little further down the
road.
Part 1 – Indian
Outpost?
The co-ordinates will lead you to an outpost
that, judging by the NUMBER OF ARROWS (X) was attacked from many
different directions. Use this information to complete the
co-ordinates below and find the real hidden cache. When you find
the cache remember to take a card (or make a note of the latitude)
so that you can also complete the final part of this
series.
N51° 57.43A where A =
X+3 W0° 26.68B where B = X-
2
(The 'outpost' has recently been replaced,
and the above co-ords have been ammended to reflect the new
arrows). The cache is a standard 2L container that has a small
selection of goodies. For the decent stuff you will need to find
the final cache which has a much better selection to choose
from.
PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE
CACHE IS WELL CONCEALED WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED