For those who were not aware of the old Australian Aboriginal myth of Bandoe, and Br'er Turkey, I thought I would use this cache as a medium, to share it with you.
One day, many years ago, Br'er Emu, Br'er Wombat and Br'er Turkey were on a multi-day canoe camping trip, along the Diamantina River, in Queensland. Their trip was beset by challenges, one of which was the fact that Br'er Turkey was a bit of a pretentious wanker. Br'er Turkey was a bit smug over the fact that he could fly, whilst Br'er Emu and Br'er Wombat were earthbound, and this led to some tension in the group.
On the second night of their trip, they shared stories around the campfire, and Br'er Turkey scared the wits out of Br'er Emu and Br'er Wombat, with the tale of Bandoe, regaling them with her ferocity. Bandoe is a legend amongst the Aboriginal peoples, oft compared to a cross between Lara Croft and Chuck Norris. This chick is so amazing, she gives Br'er Honey Badger advice! And Br'er Honey Badger listens!
The next day, as they paddled along, Br'er Turkey thought he would play a prank on Br'er Emu and Br'er Wombat. He jumped out of their canoe, flying ahead of them, shouting, "Paddle faster! I hear Bandoe!" Having heard how frightening Bandoe was, naturally, Br'er Emu and Br'er Wombat began paddling like mad, till Br'er Turkey flew back to the canoe, chuckling. Br'er Turkey pulled this prank two more times, at which point Br'er Emu and Br'er Wombat had enough.
They grabbed Br'er Turkey, nipped off his flight wings, and threatened to do him in. Br'er Emu said, "We're gonna bar-b-que you, Br'er Turkey!" to which Br'er Turkey replied, "Oh Lordy! Lordy Me! Bar-b-que me in the hottest pot, just don't throw me to Bandoe!"
Br'er Wombat said, "No. That's too much trouble. We'll just hang you!" to which Br'er Turkey said, "Oh Lordy! Lordy Me! Hang me from the highest tree, just don't throw me to Bandoe!"
Br'er Emu said, "We don't got no string. Reckon we'll just drown you!" to which Br'er Turkey replied, "Drown me in the deepest creek, just don't throw me to Bandoe!"
Br'er Wombat said, "Dat water ain't deep enough. We'll just throw you to Br'er Crocodile!" to which Br'er Turkey replied, "Toss me to the biggest, the meanest crocodile, just don't throw me to Bandoe!"
About this time, the trio rounded a bend in the river, when right before their eyes appeared none other than Bandoe, herself! As they watched in awe, Bandoe scaled a 60' oak tree, barefooted, cutting down a rope swing with just her teeth! Of course, Br'er Emu and Br'er Wombat wanted to hurt Br'er Turkey for all his shenanigans, so quick as a blink, they tossed Br'er Turkey to Bandoe, thinking, that'll shut him up.
But instead of the expected violent termination, Bandoe scooped up Br'er Turkey, calmed him down, and said, "Good morning, Br'er Turkey. Aren't you just adorable? Would you like to go home with me? You can live out the rest of your days, feasting on cracked corn, and resting in the sun, at Bandoe Farm."
Isn't that a nice story? Ha!
What the Aboriginals don't mention is that, while Br'er Turkey did live out the rest of his days, getting fat on cracked corn and resting in the sun, those days only lasted till Thanksgiving, when he became the guest of honor at dinner, served with mashed taters and pumpkin pie. Remember kids, not every tale has a happy ending!
In yet another bid to do away with unpleasant history, the official, government certified version of this story has Br'Er Butterfly replacing Br'er Turkey in the starring role, because butterflies were thought to be cuter than turkeys, and had the butterfly flying away when Bandoe wasn't looking, rather than becoming a meal. Political correctness, run amok, I tell ya! Butterflies... Ha!
So! Back to the cache! It is not at the posted coordinates. However, a diligent search at the posted coordinates should reveal a set of coordinates, to a really neat location, some distance north of you. Once you get to that location, break out your compass and shoot a bearing of 158 degrees magnetic. Follow this bearing for 88.6', to find an ammo can. You will need a kayak, and most of a day, as the trip from Eureka West to Cypress Bayou is about 7.5 miles, with the final, hidden somewhere betwixt the two. You should also bring snacks, water, your PFD, a pokey stick, sunscreen, and a hat. Please hide the final better than you found it. You will find a stamp depicting Br'er Butterfly, in the cache. Please leave that there, as it is not a trade item. You may find a piece of cable, crimped in place, at the posted coordinates. That is the remnants of the original stage one. The stage has changed a bit, after the tag was taken by some ne'er do well.