Capen Park was purchased in 1978 and provides students and locals with excellent hiking, biking, running, and climbing. The bridge near the parking lot connects with Grindstone Nature area (which contains several more superb caches!) and the Hinkson Creek Trail (4.25 mi.). Atop the bluff where the cache is located, one can look out over restoration prairie and woodlands that make up the northern half of Grindstone Nature Area. A frequent hang-out for turkey buzzards, as well as students and outdoor enthusiasts, the bluff-top is nearly always occupied. Climbers often ascend the face of the bluff, and care should be taken not to trod on the ropes! The parking lot sits on the rear-facing side of the bluff, and a rocky path ascends the bluff from the south. It is a medium walk from campus (1.1 mi.) and can also be accessed from the Grindstone Nature Area Parking Lot for a longer hike. The park is open from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm, and all cachers seeking this cache should respect these hours.
There is room in the cache for some tradeables, but be sure to BYOP. As the blufftop sees heavy traffic, I decided to place the cache away from the main viewpoint, although the hide still provides a nice vista and perhaps a little more privacy. The approach is quite rocky, and there is a good deal of initial elevation gain. Please be very careful around the hide, as the terrain can be treacherous. There are several trees to support yourself with, but sturdy shoes are a must.