NOTICE: This geocache will be archived and removed in early October 2020 to make room for some new geocaches to be published soon.
Crosswinds Marsh Meanderings 2019 Series
For the 5th year in a row we continue the geocaching community’s recognition of Wayne County’s efforts in providing replacement wildlife wetlands habitat removed by the Detroit Metro Airport expansion. Crosswinds Marsh Wetland Interpretive Preserve is one of the largest man-made wetlands in the country. It was built to replace the wetlands that were paved over to expand Wayne County's (the McNamara terminal). Wayne County, The area is managed by the Wayne County Parks.
On August 10 the Parks system put on a Hobby day and invited the Crosswinds Cache Crew to participate again. As part of the day's activities a Geocahing event was held which included the launch of 12 Geocaches dedicated to the history of the reserve. This cache is one of them.
A link to all 12 of the caches may be FOUND HERE. In the cover of the cache you will find a four digit code. Record this code for entering into a online form for registration for a commemorative collectible for those that complete the series. The link to the form is found HERE.
The Fish
Twenty-two species of fish have been documented at Crosswinds Marsh. A few of the species include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and black bullhead. Most of the species are native; however, we do also have the common carp. This species is originally from the Caspian Sea region, located between Europe and Asia. Common carp were introduced into North America by the mid-1800s by suppliers to local fish markets. By the late 1800s, the U.S. Fish Commission was regularly stocking our rivers with carp. Not to be confused with “Asian carp”, which actually consist of four different species. These Asian carp are an environmental concern because they outcompete with native fish for food and habitat. While common carp are considered a nuisance, they have been long established in North American waters.
NOTICE: This geocache will be archived and removed in early October 2020 to make room for some new geocaches to be published soon.
Crosswinds Marsh Rules
No fires
No bikes / ATVs / personal watercraft
No swimming or ice fishing
Dogs must be leashed
No alcohol or illegal substances
No camping
Fishing in designated areas only
Collecting of plants & animals prohibited
Park only at N 42 05.744 W 83 26.552
All Geocachers must follow the above rules.
Crosswinds Marsh is open from DAWN to DUSK. Admission is free.
This cache has been placed with the permissions of Wayne County Parks. Permit CHD19-10 has been submitted and is on file at the park office.