This letterbox hybrid geocache is a part of the Trek Ten Trails seasonal program. Participation in that program, while a lot of fun, is not required to log this cache.
Participation game cards, maps, and other info is available the OUTPOST 27 CACHE. You can also visit our website Friends of the Parks or check out our Profile for more details.
For anyone not familiar with Letterboxing, there is a log in the cache for you to sign and stamp (with your stamp), then you stamp your own log or paper (with stamp that is in the cache). If you do not have your own stamp, you can just sign the log.
PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THE STAMP WITH YOU; IT IS NOT A TRADE ITEM!!!
The legacy of Mary Ann and Edward Holloway. The property had been mined prior to 1950 and was left in a rugged state with lots of ridges and valleys. Over time, pioneer species, some native, others invasive, became established. Today the land hosts a variety of plants, trees and shrubs that provide food and shelter to a variety of wildlife. Conservation projects include native vegetation restoration, nest box installations and shoreline improvements for wading birds. The Park is a multipurpose recreational site, offering cross-country trails for races, but also open for nature enthusiasts to explore and enjoy. While degraded ecosystems are not as productive as their pristine counterparts, they still provide some essential functions for wildlife. As you walk these trails you will encounter birds, insects and a variety of reptiles. Several bird species live and nest in the preserve including: Northern Cardinals, Eastern Meadowlarks, Red-tailed Hawks and even a pair of Bald Eagles. The resident Sandhill Cranes raise their chicks every year on the shores of Lake Ann.
HIKE: 1.6 miles