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The nominated caches for June 2007 are:

GCVE8Z - ¡Roberto Verde! by Team Ramrod (s4xton and Silent Bob)
Nominated by bflentje
I've had this cache on my list for quite a while. Once I completed the cache, I was only disappointed that I hadn't done it sooner. This cache is located in a hidden gem of a park, Miesville Ravine. It has many elements that I look for in a cache.

To get to the cache, there is a stream to cross, either by wading or by natural bridge (the stream is "double dog dare you" quality with sandy bottom and very clear). Some flat and clear walking trails. Some incline and bushwacking near the end. Spectacular view once a top the bluff at GZ. But not too physically difficult. And at GZ you aren't tasked with locating a "micro in the woods" but a pleasantly placed ammo can that still required some, but a minimal amount, of searching. It had the perfect mix of everything.

And for the number cachers, in this park you'll find a few other caches along the way to to help bump up the count a bit. There are two easier caches you can find on the way and then there's Knowschad's great multi-cache on the other side of the park. And take note of the series on the Cannon River, which runs right into Miesville Ravine. A group of cachers can easily pickup 10 caches on a canoe run from Cannon Falls to Miesville Ravine, probably a 3 to 4 hour adventure.

GCJG8P - DRY LAKE by eagleyes
Nominated by Pear Head
I’m nominating Dry Lake by eagleyes for Cache of the Month. This cache, which was placed in August of 2004, is an excellent example of what caching is all about. The cache takes you on a scenic trip around Dry Lake north of Ely, MN. This cache (to me anyway) isn’t about the container itself – it’s about the hike to get to the container.

To fully appreciate the area you’re hiking in, you’ll need to plan on nabbing the other two caches in the area, Dry Lake at Bass Falls (also a COTM nominee) and Bass Lake Vista. The three caches will have you traveling about 7.5 miles total. You’ll hike all the way around Dry Lake and up one side of Bass Lake. The views along this trail are stunning.

I found the cache in August, 2004 with EskoClimber (who was the FTF). I was reminded of how beautiful the area is after Moe the Sleaze, Team Hooligan, and Silent Bob recently visited it.

You can find pictures from my trip here.

The vote will not start until June 24th to allow everyone time to find the nominated caches. Also, please feel free to post reviews or thoughts on the nominated caches in this thread if you have found them.

To nominate caches for July, just email me at gps@july15.com or PM me here.

Marsha and Silent Bob · Past MnGCA President Joined: 02 Sep 2003 Posts: 6261

Pear Head

bflentje · Geocacher Joined: 29 May 2006 Posts: 3655

Pear Head

AerosmithPA · Posted: Fri Jun 01, 2007 2:19 pm Post subject:

I will be in Ely the second weekend of July. Dry Lake will go on the to do list. I will consider the 7.5 mile walk with a stranger if a) there is no more than one degree of seperation, and b) I receive a notorized letter of recommendation from said swing man. Laughing

Pear Head · Posted: Fri Jun 01, 2007 2:41 pm Post subject:

I don't think you'll be disappointed. It's a good walk with some very nice views (plus three caches to do!)
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bflentje · Geocacher Joined: 29 May 2006 Posts: 3655

eagleyes · Posted: Tue Jul 10, 2007 9:54 am Post subject:

OK- I just stumbled upon this-

1. I am honored that a cache of ours was even nominated- thank you.

2. You are right- it isn't about the containers- it is about the hike and scenery.

3. I checked with my supervisor this morning- it is not illegal to Mt.bike the Bass Lake Trail- it has been done. It is not in the BWCA. There are designated bike trails that are safer and she advised against it because it is so rugged. If you do bike it- she asks that you please stay on the trail and don't short cut the switchbacks as is being done because it is causing an erosional problem.

4. We would do all 3 caches in a circular pattern- starting with Bass Lake Vista- proceeding to the Dry Lake Trail and then the Falls and out. or reverse it. (Falls, Dry Lake, Vista -out) either way the blueberries will be ripe- eat by the hand full or bring a pail- also the June berries (service berries/Indian plums) will also be out- they are scrumpcious- but only pick and eat them if you recognize them.

5. Will look forward to your logs-
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Marsha and Silent Bob · Past MnGCA President Joined: 02 Sep 2003 Posts: 6261

We put the falls in the middle.
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Sad state of affairs.

bflentje · Geocacher Joined: 29 May 2006 Posts: 3655

I'll be in the area this weekend. I'll do my best to get the family out. Blueberries will give me mucho negotiating power.