The Maryland Geocaching Society invites everyone to join us on Saturday, October 10th at 10:30 am for the 2020 MGS Fall Picnic at Fort Frederick State Park in Big Pool, MD. We would like to invite everyone who has an interest in the game of geocaching to come and join us. You do not have to be a member of the MGS to attend. No matter if you have 10 or 10,000 finds, everyone is welcome!
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One Fort, Three Wars
The stone fort built in 1756 protected Maryland’s frontier settlers during the French and Indian War. The fort saw service during the American Revolution as a prison for British soldiers. During the Civil War, Union troops were often stationed near the fort to guard the C&O Canal.
In 1922, the State of Maryland acquired the fort and in the 1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps restored the fort walls and began development of the state park.
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On-site camping spots will be made available for geocachers. RV's and campers will be allowed to park on the premises even though there on no electrical hookups. Please check out the forums regarding camping reservations. Pets are allowed at this park though they need to be on a leash.
Our annual cornhole tournament is held during this event. Bring your skills and challenge some of the finest players in the caching community!
Our tentative schedule for the day
10am – Set-up and grills fired up
10:30am to 4:00pm – Caching, 50/50, Eating, Games, Cornhole, Socializing.
1:00pm - Announcements, Live Crab Coin Drawing(s), etc.
1:30 – Annual Cornhole tournament starts
3:00pm – Group Photo
Please bring a prepared dish to share and post on the forums here and post a "Will Attend" log if you are planning to attend. The event will be held rain or shine! Hope to see you there! Be sure to follow the MGS Forums for updates and other information including additional lodging information.
Typically there are additional events hosted throughout this weekend. We will publish more information via an announcement when it becomes available. If you have any questions please email the core.