Ashbridge's Bay Park was named after Sarah Ashbridge, a Quaker
widow and United Empire Loyalist from Philadelphia who settled here
in 1793 and obtained a Crown land grant in 1799 for a farm. The
marshes in the bay and lower Don Valley surrounding the Ashbridge's
farm were very important habitat for waterfowl, including loons,
wild geese, and wild swans. Her two sons, John and Jonathan, fought
in the War of 1812 and were involved in the Rebellion of 1837. They
lived at their waterfront farm until their deaths; Jonathan died in
1845 and John in 1861.
The cache is a small lock-and-lock hidden a few meters off the
path. Keep an eye out for dog walkers and cyclists while you
search. Bring your own pencil.
