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Bancroft Tower Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

MadMin: As it seems that this cache is missing or beyond repair, and the cache owner hasn't responded to repeated DNF/Needs Maintenance logs, I'm archiving this listing.

BlackstoneVal, please contact me at ma.reviewer@gmail.com with the GC# of this cache in the subject line if you have any questions or would like to see about having this cache reinstated.

Thanks!

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Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Prospect Hill in Worcester, MA overlooking WPI. Accesable by car or short hike with 150ft elevation gain. Altitude 685ft.

Bancroft Tower is a stone castle built in the year 1900 in honor of George Bancroft. More information on it can be found here. It is rather easy to find, as it is the tallest point in the area. It offers a great view of downtown Worcester, and is a nice place to just sit and watch the squirrels.

You can reach the top by car, or you can follow the trail up the hill marked by blue blazes on the trees and rocks.

There is also a benchmark located at the top of the tower, but the staircase is locked off due to structural concerns.

The cache is located less than 25 feet from the road, but is not visible from that side. It's knot that hard to find if you don't go towards Crow Hill.

Contents when placed:
-- Log Book
-- Pencil
-- WPI keychain
-- Thermometer/compass card
-- Small geode
-- Bismuth crystals
-- Carved wooden cougar

Please make sure to carefully seal all the plastic bags, and avoid placing sharp objects in the cache which could cause tears. I'm not sure how waterproof the new plastic container is.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)