Croton River Kayak Cache #3 Traditional Cache

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Hidden : 6/26/2011
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
5 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

A water-accessible (only) cache on the Croton River not far from the tip of Paradise Island and approximately 1 mile from the put-in.

This is the third in a series of kayak/watercraft caches on the Croton River. It is placed on a small island not far from the tip of Paradise Island. The cache can be easily reached from your kayak or watercraft. There may be significant current so be careful and be sure to keep hold of your paddle if you don't have a tether. Please be gentle with the cache and its mounting "hardware". The cache log is in a separate container so you can take it out for easier signing. The cache has a small pencil, but, as always, it is best if you BYOP. You can find information on the timing of the tides at (visit link) The variation this far up the Hudson is only a few feet. At low tide, some mud flats may be exposed, but the middle of the river can still be easily navigated. I suggest you paddle around the east side of Paradise Island as the west side is shallow and has some rocks. You should have no trouble paddling against or across the current here, but please use caution. I suggest you put in at the mouth of the river near the Croton Train Station (see waypoint). This is one of my favorite put-ins on the Hudson as you can choose between many different options for paddling depending on your mood. The bay at the mouth of the river is well-protected by the railroad causeway and provides opportunities for bird watching. I enjoy paddling up the river, though it is not a particularly long trip. If you are up for more adventure you can paddle from the put-in under the railway and out onto the Hudson River and around Croton Point.

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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