I could have sworn I sent this to the list earlier but
now don't see it at all. Maybe I'm doing something
wrong- this is my first time, afterall. :o) We had
fun placing these today- hopefully you'll have fun
finding them. Enjoy

Redwing Park (2)
Virginia Beach, VA


TERRAIN: Easy; nice stroll among the gardens.
CLUE DIFFICULTY: Easy, a pace is one footfall, all
bearings are magnetic.
PLANTED: March 9, 2002 by the Drakes and their dog
Buddy
Email: alwayschaos@yahoo.com


Redwing Park is located in Virginia Beach at 1398
General Booth Boulevard. These boxes are very near
the Flame of Hope stamp on Oceana Boulevard. After
stamping in at the Flame of Hope continue south on
Oceana Boulevard until the major intersection with
General Booth Boulevard. Take a right onto General
Booth. Redwing Park is almost immediately on your
left. If you miss the turn, continue down to the
intersection of General Booth and Dam Neck Road. A U
turn here will bring you back by the park.

Bring a lunch to enjoy in the picnic area after
stamping in. There is a nice small playground for the
kids to burn off extra energy as well as a playground
for your pooch, too!

Park in the first parking lot to your left as you
enter the park. You may wish to enjoy the Japanese
and Rose gardens before beginning your search. Cross
the road and enter the Redwing Gardens. The Garden
Gnome eagerly awaits your arrival.



The Garden Gnome
Start your search at the Redwing Gardens sign just
inside the ivy garlanded white fence. Before you lay
four different paths. Which one to take to visit with
the Garden Gnome? Take the 1st paved trail heading
east. Stay on this trail for a little while until two
bridges come into sight.

Under one bridge lives the evil troll. Some say the
metal railings of his bridge act as a lightning rod
causing him to be hit many times over the years by
these terrifying bolts. This has surely caused a bit
of his insanity. He is not to be disturbed at any cost
as he most certainly is not a gracious host! Beware!

Under the other bridge lives our kindly Gnome. He
spends his time tending the gardens in Redwing Park.
The wooden construction of his home keeps him safe
during storms. Youll find your treasure hidden
under the end of the bridge nearest the picnic
shelters and within sight of the trolls home. Be
careful, as this can be slippery when wet. After
stamping in carefully rehide the box.

Redwing Park Stamp

Once you have received your stamp move toward the
center of the bridge facing the trolls bridge. Look
at your stamped image- the Garden Gnome points the way
to your next find! (Or, standing in the center of the
bridge, take a bearing of 260 degrees).

Continue on your journey by following the paved path
to your left. The Garden Gnome would like you to
enjoy the many flowering bushes and trees as you go.
Soon you will come upon a stone-encased water
fountain/bubbler on your right. Continue this path to
the Fragrance Gardens. The Fragrance Gardens were
planted especially for the blind to enjoy but were
sure you will enjoy the beautiful smells, too.

Take a moment to smell the Dwarf Gardenia, the
Pitosporum, the Lilac and the Anise bushes. Find the
Ligstrum bush and take a bearing of 32 degrees to the
paved path. Follow the paved path bearing to the left
as it meanders around the topiary. Before reaching
the covered wishing well you will see a gravel path to
your right. Take the gravel path. Shortly you must
decide which path to choose.

At the intersection of many paths take a bearing of
100 degrees. 20 paces ahead you will find the Mrs.
C.L. Hershberger crepe myrtle memorial tree. From
here locate the U shaped tree. At the U shaped
tree follow the gravel path to the right until it
connects again with the paved path. Continue on,
bearing left to your second gravel path on the left.
Nestled within the trees here (bearing 350 degrees) is
a bench to take a rest. While sitting on the bench
locate the pair of trees growing together to your
left. Youll find the Redwing Park stamp hidden under
the pine needles in a small cubby at the base of the
tree nearest to the bench. Stamp in and rehide well.



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