This cache is the first in a series of historical places and information in Lewis County, Kentucky. For those from out of the area, welcome to Lewis County! Lewis County was founded in December of 1806 but was officially formed in 1807 from parts of Mason County. The county is named in honor of Captain Merriwether Lewis of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Lewis County was the 48th county in order of formation.
Mary Catheryn Plummer Memorial Park in Vanceburg provides an excellent view of where Salt Lick Creek lets out into the Ohio River. Salt Lick Creek starts around the the Salt Lick/Toller Hollow area of Lewis County and flows strongly northbound to Vanceburg where it drains into the river. Historically, there were many salt wells and salt works along the creek, hence its name. It is a very historical Creek, with references made to it by the likes of Daniel Boone and a multitude of other of Kentucky's first pioneers. On older maps it may be seen depicted as "Salt Lick River" or "The Great Salt River." It was by way of Salt Lick Creek that some of Kentucky's first horses were introduced. Hauled on flat boats from Fort Pitt (Pittsburgh) that first haul was made in 1775 by Colonel Robert Patterson, William McConnell, David Perry, and Stephen Lowry. They brought 9 horses and 14 cattle to the mouth of Salt Lick Creek, not far from this spot. From here the animals were driven overland via a marked trail from the salt works in Vanceburg up the creek and on past Burtonville (Lewis County) to the Cane Ridge settlement in Bourbon County (History of Lewis County, Kentucky. By Rev. O.G. Ragan.) Enjoy the views and take in the wonderful history of this cache site. Be sure to read the KY department of highways sign detailing this venture. Maybe even pack a lunch and eat at the picnic area here. Enjoy your time and thank you for exploring Lewis County!
You are looking for a small, magnetic key box. The cache contains a "rite-in-the-rain" waterproof log sheet inside of a plastic bag. Be sure to bring your own pen, as the cache is too small to hold one. Be stealthy and don't let muggles see you. If you're nonchalant in your activities all should be fine. Please replace exactly where found.
Congrats to bearmoon1 and Lavenderbluesky for the FTF!