My earlier version of this cache, GC5MXPF, had the final location out at Port Williams. That cache was difficult to maintain due to the frequent storms that affected the cache location, so I archived it. Having discovered some new places for caches, I am bringing it back to life.
The cache is not at the posted coordinates.
For those who solved my Sequim-Dungness Valley puzzle cache, this one will be a snap. And it may be an incentive for others to learn about UTMs.
My earlier cache was based on the agricultural heritage of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley. This one is based on the recreational opportunities that abound here.
The Dungeness Wildlife Refuge, including the longest spit in North America, offers great opportunities for hiking and birding, and enjoying the beauty of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Dungeness Bay. An EarthCache there, Take Refuge in Dungeness, (GC2ZBKB) will teach you about the formation of the Dungeness Spit, among other things.
South of Sequim lies Sequim Bay State Park, with facilities for camping, picnicking, and access to Sequim Bay. A cache there, part of the Washington States Park Centennial GeoTour challenge, WaStatePks100: Sequim Bay (GC4BX9T) tells more about the state park.
This cache is located 10826 meters south of GC2ZBKB, and 8514 meters west of GC4BX9T.
The area where this cache has been placed has seen a lot of changes over the past few years. The timber was harvested a few years ago. Many new trails have been constructed by the Olympic Peninsula Bicycle Alliance. So we can add off-road biking to the mix of recreation here in the Dungeness Valley.
In the future, this area may become a reservoir to facilitate aquifer recharge and to store water for use by the irrigators during the critical time in late summer when river flows reach their lowest levels.
Due to the location of other nearby caches, this cache is off the trail about 30 yards. You are looking for a small lock and lock, big enough for small trade items.
Congratulations to Maplewood on a speedy FTF!