SMITHFIELD SUNRISE
Look through the sight hole and you will find
a hollow tree stump lost in time.
In this tree stump, the clue does rest
to lead you to the caches nest.
Don’t be confused by what you see.
The stump’s not beneath the fallen trees.
Survey the area in which you seek
or back to the Internet you will sneak.
Note: The ancient Mayans placed small holes in the walls of their temples allowing them to look out on other temples or places of importance. Please see the photo for an example of a Mayan sight hole located in Tikal, Guatemala. The listed coordinates will lead you to a similar sight hole.
The Mercer Outlook, consisting of 24 acres, the high, rugged land was used for years as a summer camp by members of a Providence Boy Scout troop. However, after the Scouts' cabin burned, probably in the 1940s, the property was virtually forgotten for decades and the grand view became obscured by growing trees. Since the town of Smithfield took over the land, the vista has been reclaimed and it is once more possible to stand at this spot and enjoy the long views over Providence. On clear days, you can see far beyond the city, down Narragansett Bay as far as the Mount Hope Bridge.Consider starting your hunt at sunrise, the view is spectacular (don't forget your camera).
If possible please try to trash out the area. I have taken out several 13 gal. bags and am making progress but could use your help with the litter. Keep an eye out for people riding motorcycles and quads along the power lines and trails, they move quickly and are probably not watching for you.
Original cache is a mid sized Plano shooter box filled with the following. Log Book, Midway Cafe signature pins, 3 CITO containers/bags, bikers week glass, repro. Special Forces "get out of jail free" card, Ltd Ed.- Hand Printed-LOTR Art, Book-Grave Humor, woven bracelets, Wheres George $1, Emergency Poncho, 2 vintage STAR WARS cups-NOS, Fishing jig mold, fish sticker, cool hologram stickers and a Sam Adams bottle opener.
Have Fun!!!