Natural Fort Battle Cache Traditional Cache

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Hidden : 9/15/2020
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:


A little out of the way, but a great spot to stop to stretch your legs, and take time to reflect on some not so well known history.

In 1831 a draught in Wyoming caused the bison from Yellowstone to follow the riverbeds to the northern part of Colorado.  The Crow Indians and Blackfoot Indians were staunch enemies that were typically on opposite sided of Yellowstone, but because the bison had moved to northern Colorado both tribes had to follow

One day in 1831 160 Blackfoots encountered 600 Crows.  The Blackfoots took cover in the Natural Fort and a fierce battled ensued.  When it was said and done all 160 Blackfoots were killed along with 40 Crows.

Through the years the artifacts of the battle have disapeared.  There once was a sign explaining the history of the area, but that too has been lost with time.

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