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Crystal Dam at Barton’s Folly Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

GEO936: The access to the cache was not followed, so we changed the cache type to a multi cache. The change requires this cache listing to be archived.

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Hidden : 7/21/2009
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Part of a series of three caches on the same property. This is a secluded little gem on the way to the Magaliesberg mountains via the Hekpoort pass. The farm has been with the owners for the past 30 years and has a National Monument on it – the Barton’s Folly Fort. The cache is a 2L container and is suitable for TB's.

The owners, Brian and Joy Alberts, have kindly allowed us to hide a cache at their Crystal Clear Dam. Please report your presence to someone at the restaurant before attempting any of the three caches. Please stick to the paths and no bundu bashing. All three caches can be done within an hour.

Barton’s Folly has a licenced restaurant and includes a Children’s Party Venue/Play area. However bookings are essential for any meals, should you wish to stay for a meal when you do this cache. They are open from Wednesday to Sunday. There is no breakfast available on Sundays, and any plans for lunch need to be booked for in advance.

About the Crystal Dam:

This beautiful and clear dam on the property is fed from a natural fountain. Its water is crystal clear and free from any pollutants. Enjoy the natural beauty of this area as you cross the stream a number of times to get to the dam. Access to the dam is only from the restaurant steps leading down to the river (WP provided). The walk to the dam is very easy and fun / safe for the kids. The final co-ords are the best I could do in the deep canyon, so follow the hint.

The other two caches on the same property are Old Wagon Trail at Barton's Folly(GC1W76W)  and The Fort at Barton's Folly(GC1W768). Please do not attempt to climb the cliffs to access the other two caches from this dam.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Jnvfg urvtug, va gur pyvss

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)