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Oak Lore... Traditional Cache

Hidden : 4/27/2022
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:


The oak is a common symbol of strength and endurance and has been chosen as the national tree of many countries. In England,  oaks have been a national symbol since at least the 16th century, often used by Shakespeare to convey heritage and power. In England today they remain a symbol of the nation's history,  traditions, and the beauty of its countryside.  Already an ancient Germanic symbol, oak branches are displayed on some German coins, both of the former Deutsche Mark and the current Euro currency.

Several oak trees are of great historical or cultural importance; two examples are...

The Wilberforce Oak in Kent, England  is the oak under which William Wilberforce resolved to propose the abolition of the slave trade to the House of Commons in 1787.

The Major Oak is an 800- to 1000-year-old tree located in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire. According to folklore, it was used by Robin Hood for shelter.

Information from Wikipedia.

 

Bring a picnic lunch and drinks with you when you come and do this series of caches; there is nowhere to buy snacks/meals from along the way❣

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)