Peace Tree Multi-Cache

This cache is intended to remind us that, although we will be doing some easy math to move around the park, that it’s NOT just about the numbers. It’s more about the experience, because, you never know what’s going to happen next.

Please obey the signs and stay on the trails, and follow the stages. It will only take a few more minutes to complete this cache as shown here, even if you are already familiar with the area.

Please read the descriptions and follow the math carefully. Don't assume anything.

Also note that there is a leash law for our four-footed caching friends in this city, and, because there are other animals on the site, it would be wise to follow the leash rules for the safety of all.

Stage 1:
We will start the tour at a light pole beside the parking lot at the co-ordinates shown above. On this pole is an identification tag, in the format _ _ _ _ 6- A. Take only the first 4 numbers of that tag (checksum = 7), divide it by 1,000 and add it to each of the following co-ordinates:

This will bring you past the playground area (expect to stop here for a while if you have kids with you) and lead you to ...

Stage 2:
The base of a set of metal stairs. If you can not safely navigate the stairs, a paved ramp can be found near the exit of the petting farm approximately 55m to the south (left) of the top of the stairs.
You should be standing beside a fenced pond, where there should be several fowl critters. There are areas under the fence where they can get out, so, be aware that you may be the target of their begging. Especially if you happen to reach into your pocket. If you want to feed them, please bring along some suitable food. They will appreciate it, especially in winter.

Did you count the steel stairs on the way down? If not, please count them now (this can be done without leaving the pathway). Don't forget the middle step. Divide this number by 100, and add it to each of the co-ordinates below:

This should lead you northward, along the fenced pond, until you arrive at...

Stage 3:
Upon arrival at this spot, find the manufacturers information plate, and note the load rating. Divide this number by 10,000 and add it to each of the co-ordinates below:

This should lead you eastward, along the upper path to ...

Stage 4:
The reason that we brought you here. Please take some time to wander around this area and read the plaques.

Reflect a while. Where were you that day?

On the large, main plaque, you will find a number, representing the number of people that are honoured here. Please take this number, divide it by 100, and add it to each of the co-ordinates below:

This should point you toward the final cache location. There are two ramps down to the cache area within view. Please stay on the pathway. In only a minute or two, you will be at ...

Stage 5 the final:
The cache is a clear plastic container (approximately 1 litre), which has been hidden to avoid it being discovered accidentally. Please be extra-careful to avoid being seen and replace the cover to hide the cache when finished.

This cache is handicapped friendly until the last metre. It is also bike, pet and family friendly. It should be winter friendly unless we experience a prolonged cold spell with strong north winds. While most of the walkways are packed gravel or paved, some walkways may become muddy after prolonged rains.

On the property, there is also a petting farm (no charge), which operates from Mid-May to Mid-October from 10 a.m. to dusk.

There are no posted hours on the main park, so, this cache could be considered “night cache friendly”. Some cachers have mentioned that doing this cache at night adds some interesting sights and sounds to the experience.