What is it?
Located near the North Shore Underpass above the canal, the Swing is one of numerous picturesque features that were designed for Lake Anne Village Center. William Conklin and James Rossant designed the tall post and lintel wood frame that once housed a curving wicker swing designed by William Roehl, an associate in their architecture firm. Roehl also designed the Van Gogh Bridge that connects Waterview Cluster with Lake Anne. Both overlook the canal to the lake beyond and encourage momentary reflection. The simple, elegant design of the Swing combines art and function. Over the years the original basket swing was replaced with a more traditional one. It is a popular spot for taking in the view.
About the cache:
If you sit on the swing, you can see my now archived "Van Gogh Bridge" (GC8GNKK) cache location. This area is so pretty and worth a moment to take in that I was determined to find another cache spot in this lovely area. In my wanderings, I found the Swing.
STEALTH IS CRUCIAL when looking for this cache because it is a popular spot on nice days. BYOP, there's only room for a log. After you've found the cache, sit back, relax and take in the scenery! Please respect the residents living nearby - NO NIGHT TIME SEARCHING. Please replace with cover to prevent muggles from accidentally finding it.
There are many trailheads that leads to the Swing. Closest would be on North Shore Drive via The Green Trail. To really enjoy the area (and swing by the virtual cache), park at the Lake Anne Plaza parking lot and take a stroll from there!