Welcome to the 2022 WCPARC Geocaching Adventure!
This year, we have eight caches hidden for you to find parks and preserves. All the Geocaching Adventure caches are regular in size and include a logbook, pen, pencil, and some sweet swag for trading... with the exception of our Challenge Cache.
On the inside of each logbook cover, you will find two code words or phrases. Keep track of these; when you have found all eight of the 2022 caches, send us an email (PLEASE do NOT use the "send a message" function!) and include:
- your name, mailing address, and the list of code words to receive a collectible tag! Please do not forget to send us your mailing address; without this, we cannot send you your prize!
As always, the first geocacher to complete the Geocaching Adventure (all eight regular caches, plus the Challenge Cache!) will receive a special FTF award from WCPARC. Please do your best to return the cache container to its hiding spot, including adding cover (leaves, sticks, etc.) to camouflage it for the next cacher.
Thank you and enjoy our Geocaching Adventure!
Location Information
This cache is hidden in the ecologically diverse Brauer Preserve. Purchased in 2003, the 226-acre Brauer Preserve protects a diversity of habitat types, including dry Southern forest, Southern swamp, marsh, and open water. In particular, the swamp around the lake has many mature trees and an impressive fern community. The preserve also includes approximately 85 acres that were farmed prior to the County acquiring the property. Washtenaw County Parks has developed a conservation management plan that includes conservation farming on this land, featuring such farming practices as crop rotation, establishment of field borders and buffer strips to protect waterways, and minimum use of fertilizer and pesticides. The Brauer Preserve is open year-round from dawn to dusk. Note: County Ordinance 128 prohibits dogs from being allowed in our preserves. **PLEASE BE ADVISED THERE IS BARBED WIRE ON THE PROPERTY – THERE ARE NO CACHES HIDDEN NEAR/AROUND ANY BARBED WIRE**