The Center for Outdoor Ethics views geocaching as a fun and worthwhile recreational pursuit when done in accordance with land management agency regulations and with Leave No Trace in mind. As the popularity of geocaching has exploded over the past few years, land managers in many areas are seeing more impacts related to geocaching. However, because of geocaching, more and more people are enjoying the outdoors. As responsible geocachers, we have an obligation to tread gingerly on the land and adhere to the Leave No Trace Principles.
LNT05 - Minimize Campfire Impacts
Principle 5: Minimize Campfire Impacts:
Unless your geocaching adventure involves an overnight stay, the only conceivable reason that you would need to have a fire would be to cook lunch. However, the development of light weight efficient camp stoves has encouraged a shift away from the traditional fire. Stoves are fast & flexible. Stoves operate in almost any weather condition, and they Leave No Trace.
Minimizing Campfire Impact elements to consider when geocaching:
- If you plan to have a fire, know the fire regulations and current guidelines for the area you plan to visit.
- Bonus cache hint: X=0.
- What is the fire danger for the time of year and the location you have selected?
- Is there sufficient wood so its removal will not be noticeable?
The Cache:
The cache is a small size lock & lock style container hidden along the Horse Trail
Crosswinds Marsh Rules
No fires
No bikes / ATVs / personal watercraft
No swimming or ice fishing
Dogs must be leashed
No alcohol or illegal substances
No camping
Fishing in designated areas only
Collecting of plants & animals prohibited
Park only at N 42° 05.744' W 83° 26.552'
All Geocachers must follow the above rules.
Crosswinds Marsh is open from DAWN to DUSK. Admission is FREE.
This cache has been placed with the permission of Wayne County Parks. A permit has been submitted and is on file at the park office.