The Rust
Sanctuary is a 62-acre preserve donated to the Audubon
Naturalist Society by the estate of Margaret Dole Rust. It was
opened in October 2000. Located just west of Leesburg, the
sanctuary includes an upland forest, meadows, and pond, as well as
a manor house used for classes, offices, and a nature center.
The Rust
Sanctuary is open from dawn to dusk (NO NIGHT CACHING
PERMITTED), with Naturalists on duty at the manor weekdays from
9-5. Please feel free to stop by the manor house to visit with the
Naturalists who care for the Sanctuary – you won’t be
sorry… these knowledgeable folks look forward to sharing the
unique habitats and history of this remarkable preserve with the
Geocaching community. Please remember to practice CITO whenever
possible, and adhere to the ‘leave no trace’
policy.
The cache itself is near the main parking area in a location
that is suitable for all ages and abilities. The cache is
accessible to cachers with disabilities, who are strongly
encouraged to visit. The Rust staff encourages the use of
established trails and game paths, if you choose to explore the
grounds, to minimize habitat impact. As in any wild area, dress
appropriately and use insect repellant during bug season.
We hope that you enjoy the pursuit of this cache every bit as
much as we have enjoyed placing it for you. A very special thank
you goes out to the staff at the Rust Sanctuary - thank you for
being so receptive of this new sport!
