Captain Tivy Traditional Cache
Jan and the Man: We'll check on this one when we get back from NJ next week
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This is a micro cache on top of Tivy Mountain in Kerrville Texas. This a log-only cache. Please bring your own pencil.
While you’re here, be sure to enjoy one of the best views of
Kerrville.
“Joseph Tivy was born in Canada, grew up in New York, and in 1837 came to Texas as a surveyor. Tivy made the first field notes for the state land office on many tracts of land along the Guadalupe. During that time period surveyors faced many hostile conditions such as Indians, therefore Tivy became a Texas Ranger. In 1883, Tivy served as trustee of the Kerrville School Association. It was at this time that Tivy realized that Kerrville needed a permanent public school and donated 100 acres of land to the cause. Tivy was named the first Mayor of Kerrville when the city was incorporated in 1889. Construction of the new school began in the fall of 1890 and the first class was held in March of 1891.
Captain Tivy died in 1892 and was buried beside his wife on top of Tivy Mountain. His life made a permanent impression on Kerrville; a street, high school and mountain all bear his name today.” (Taken from the Kerrville Web page)
You can park at N 30° 03.223 W 99° 07.166, proceed around the gate and start climbing. It is a relatively easy ¼ mile walk to the top of Tivy Mountain. The view is quite impressive. The approximate elevation is 1930 feet. Jan remembers the hikes her Tivy High School classes took up the mountain to pay their respects to the namesake of the school. Not sure they do that any more these days. It was a nice break from classes. TIVY FIGHT NEVER DIES!
Please be respectful of the area and take note of the pet that is buried nearby.
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
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