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Mushroomer's Delight Traditional Cache

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Hidden : 5/10/2001
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

The Rand Tract, an area revered by local mushroomers, is accessed from the back of Onondaga Valley Cemetery. Take Valley Drive south from West Seneca Turnpike, and enter through the main gate.

Not to worry! The Rand Tract isn't part of the cemetery. You won't disturb any lost souls here, but you may bump into mushroom hunters during their high season. If you haven't discovered the special flavor of fresh wild mushrooms, say, in an omelet, it's time to learn. Be sure to buy a field guide, or better yet, bring along an expert mycologist. I recommend the book "Edible Wild Mushrooms of North America: A Field-to-Kitchen Guide" by David Fischer.

The Central New York Mycological Society is a local club you can join to learn the basics and find company for mushroom hunting trips. The essential equipment is simple: a couple of brown paper bags and a pocket knife, preferably the classic French folding knife with a pearwood handle called an Opinel.

Drive to the back of the cemetery, along a boulevard, then take a right turn to end up in a corner of trees with a grassy lawn. You are not at the end of a road here. To the east is Valley Drive, to the west is the forest. Park and walk to the trail head opening in that corner made by the trees. You will cross a small stream, and then follow it uphill. Later, you will leave the stream and head for the cache.

You will take an almost unrecognizable path off the main trail. The cache is in the woods. If you thought Clark's Revenge was challenging, you'll think this one is tough. Bear in mind that the hill and plenty of tree cover make GPS reception a bit dicey. Good luck, and don't forget the mushrooms!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

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(letter above equals below, and vice versa)