We're back in Corona, but at a different brewery, to raise a glass celebrating the 17th anniversary of the SideTracked series.
The SideTracked series was designed as a distraction for the weary traveler. They are cache-and-dashes for public transport users, which can be found at or near train stations, former train stations, and miniature railroads.
SideTracked started with GC15082 (Evesham station), UK, on Aug 10, 2007, placed by schnarff & bikermel76. It has expanded to over 5,500 caches in more than 30 countries around the world, with more being added all the time.
Within the US, there are 78 active caches: 39 in Oregon, 15 in California (all in our local area), 6 in North Carolina, 4 in New York, 2 each in Maryland, Minnesota, and Texas, and 1 each in Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Idaho, Mississippi, New Hampshire, Ohio, and South Carolina.
The SideTracked team is holding a week-long anniversary celebration, kicking off on Wed, Aug 7, and running through Tue, Aug 13. Events are being held around the world. The Corona event is one of only three anniversary events in the United States (the other ones are in North Carolina and Maryland).
Refreshments typically available for sale from the brewery include craft beer, hard seltzer, and hard tea. If you prefer something non-alcoholic, they often have canned sodas for sale, or you're welcome to bring a beverage with you. A variety of chips will be provided free of charge. There may be a food truck, and outside food is also allowed. This is a relaxed atmosphere and children and pets are welcome. There are several caches nearby, and one or more new ones may be published during the event.
More information about the series, as well as a list of all the 17th anniversary events, can be found on the SideTracked website.