Meadowview Park Traditional Geocache

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Hidden : 5/29/2009
Difficulty:
1 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

A nice short hike into one of Henrico's newest parks.

Welcome to Meadowview Park!

Meadowview Park is one of Henrico County's newest parks. Henrico County voters approved a bond referendum in November 2000 that allocated funds for the park to be built. In 2005, a construction contract for the park was awarded.

Meadowview Park is open from dawn to dusk.

Some of the area's history:
Archeologists identified two areas of prehistoric Native American occupation in Meadowview Park. In the early 19th century, a country residence of Chief Justice John Marshall stood nearby, known as Chickahominy Farm. Confederate General Robert E. Lee observed the beginnings of the Seven Day’s Battle from the bluff at Meadowview. Edmund Christian built the house at Meadowview in 1915.

Built between 1915 and 1918, the Armour House and Gardens at Meadowview Park are located directly behind Arthur Ashe Elementary School. This Victorian style home is rich in Henrico family history. The surrounding property boasts a scenic walking trail, tennis courts, gardens, a flowing fountain surrounded by arbors with blooming vines, and children’s gardens and play areas.

Available for rental, The Armour House and Gardens are an ideal setting for small gatherings, celebrations, meetings, or retreats. A large shelter facility with a fireplace is also available for rent.
(© 2004-2009, Henrico County Historical Society. All Rights Reserved)

The cache is in a wooded area less than 0.1 miles from parking. Beware the usual “uncomfortables” of the woods such as snakes, ticks, and thorns. I spotted a black snake during my trip to place the cache here, and flicked away a few ticks. Undergrowth isn't too bad but may be heavy depending on the route you take to the cache. I enjoyed the woods here and found the area to be quite peaceful with the beauty of nature.
Tree cover may create some signal bounce here. You shouldn't have much trouble finding the cache, though.

While a small playground is nearest the suggested parking, I've included a reference point for a larger playground and shelter. The Armour House is nearest this referenced waypoint.

First To Find gets a $5 Target gift card.

Since this is my first hide and my GPS isn't the latest and greatest, the coordinates may be a bit off. Any feedback would be appreciated.

Congrats to DeepSeaGoddess and huggy_d1 for FTF! Central VA Geocaching Association

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)


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