This cache was hidden for the Maryland Geocaching Society 2018 Summer Picnic.
Take a walk along the Green Trail to find this beech of a cache.
Read Hint! Look to the right when approaching the posted coordinates. See gallery image dated June 20, 2020 for a view of the hiding place.
This cache will take you into the shadow of a Maryland Champion Beech Tree. A champion tree is the largest tree of a species based on points earned for trunk circumference, height, and average crown spread. There are currently three beech trees in Harford County that are rated higher than this one. The largest of these is located in Forest Hill. The beech tree that holds the distinction of Maryland State Champion is the Bicentennial Tree located in Rockville, MD.
This is a beautiful tree that has unfortunately been marred by carvings of all shapes and sizes. Carvings harm trees by serving as an entry way into the tree for fungi, bacteria, and wood damaging insects. As you can see, some of the branches have already been damaged. Walk around the back of the tree you can see the trunk has also been heavily damaged.
There is an unactivated trackable for the FTF.
Parking is available at the Deer Creek Picnic area at Susquehanna State Park. Entrance fees are collected on the honor system. The day use service charge for this area is: Daily $2 per vehicle; out-of-state residents $4 per vehicle.
Deer Creek Trail - Blazed in green, the trail begins and ends at the Picnic Area. The Deer Creek Trail has magnificent views and giant trees. A moderate to difficult trail with a distance of 2.1 miles.
Seasonal hunting is permitted in this area. Be aware of the season and wear appropriate colors
Cache placed with written permission