This cache is in memory of my wonderful friend, Ian Hewitt, AKA Mudrock1. I wanted to place a cache that his wife, Daisy Dolittle could find, near a place that they frequented every Friday night without fail. Permission to place this cache has been granted from the neighbouring business, and the staff are aware of it's existance and hiding place. You don't have to go into the business to find the cache, and it can be found at any time. Please place the cache back exactly as you found it.
In Memory of Mudrock1 (Ian Hewitt)
Among other things, Ian was an avid geocacher. He started caching in 2005, and was a well-respected and liked fixture in the Okanagan geocaching community. At any event or gathering, he was easy to spot in shorts and crocs, pushing it until the snow flew, and sometimes even beyond. He was always available to ask for assistance with hiding, finding, and logging. He gave generously of his time to newbies and experienced cachers alike, instituting the Timmie's monthly winter get-togethers to keep cachers from going stir-crazy waiting for warmer weather. He was always ready for an adventure, a hike or paddle to some distant cache, or a dash out for a First To Find (FTF). He created some of the most memorable gadget and puzzle caches in the Okanagan, forever looking for a way to out-wit us poor buggers that had to go looking for his caches! Ian also served as president of the BC Geocaching Association until his illness forced his retirement from the board.
In January 2019, Ian lost his battle with cancer. In his memory, MMCs (Mudrock1 Memory Caches) are being placed throughout the province. This cache is a tribute to you, Ian. Thank you for your friendship, your laughter, your boundless enthusiasm, and your unwavering helpfulness.