This cache is part of the official “Discover Mission Viejo GeoTour GT4D8” which will lead visitors to discover trails, parks, and other prominent locations throughout Mission Viejo. Those who complete the tour will be eligible to receive a GeoCoin for their achievement by completing the GeoTour passport and finding code words. Passports and instructions can be found here: Geocaching | City of Mission Viejo.
We have become good friends with the amazing cachers Jaybird and Zip. They planned on adding a cache to the DMV GeoTour but unfortunately the LA wild fires hit extremely close to their home in Alta Dena. They had to evacuate right away but were able to return home the following day to find that it was filled with ash and soot but otherwise undamaged. The following day the LA sheriff and National Guard set up a perimeter around their neighborhood to keep looters out but the neighbors who had returned were not allowed to leave. They ended up living in their camper in their driveway for over a week with no gas or power. They shared food and whiskey with neighbors and stayed strong throughout this horrific time.
We wanted to place this cache on their behalf and ask that you take a minute to sit down, enjoy the view, and thank God for all of our blessings.