Crosswinds Marsh Meanderings 2017 Series
For the third 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 12 the Parks system put on a Hobby day and invited some members of MIGO to participate. As part of the day's activities a Geocahing event was held which included the launch of 12 Geocaches dedicated to the various activities associated with 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.
Fishing:
We’ve been told that Crosswinds Marsh is a hidden jewel for fishing. While you’re not going to find walleye or perch at this park, you can find some impressive largemouth bass. It’s not uncommon to catch 6 to 7 pound largemouth bass! We also have smallmouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, green sunfish, channel catfish, black crappie, and others. Whether you fish everyday or you’re fishing for the first time, you have a good chance of success at Crosswinds Marsh.
Remember, this is a marsh....If you are intending to hunt for the caches or explore the trails, please come prepared with boots/old shoes (not sandals or flip-flops), long pants, and insect repellent. This time of year in the woods of South Eastern Michigan there is poison ivy, ticks and mosquitoes a plenty! While searching for this cache, YOU MAY ENCOUNTER WATER (it is a marsh after all.) Due to the changing seasons in Michigan, the D/T may vary at different times of the year.
You must physically sign the log to claim the find so, BRING YOUR OWN PEN.Failure to do so may result in the deletion of your log. We do check occasionally. The cache started with a pen and SWAG but, no guarantees that it will be there! If you take something.....leave something. Please trade fairly!
Admission to Crosswinds Marsh is free!
Crosswinds Marsh Rules
Park only at N 42 05.744 W 83 26.552
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
All Geocachers must follow the above rules
Crosswinds Marsh is open from DAWN to DUSK
Our crew consists of The Seed Spreaders, Stan&Ruth and Hooked On U
FTF was raffled off to the attendees of (GC78P3P) Crosswinds Marsh Meanderings - 2017