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new box West Simsbury, Htfd Cnty CT

1 messages in this thread | Started on 2002-10-23

new box West Simsbury, Htfd Cnty CT

From: (cherieph@aol.com) | Date: 2002-10-23 09:42:04 UTC-04:00
Directed Paths Box  West Simsbury, Hartford Cnty, CT
> Onion Mt Park,
> W Simsbury Rd, near Flamig Farm on Shingle Mill Rd
>
> Pull in past the stone house and park.  To the right is a fishing
> area, or at least a pond.  There is a trail map container and if you
> are lucky you will find one there.  I didn't and still made out OK.
> Take the trail at 250 degrees
> Then follow the yellow trail beyond the gate
> cross bar.
> Pass the fire circle on the left and then at the junction take the
> trail to the left (150 degrees).  This bends to the left and then to
> the right as you go along.  Just keep to the yellow blazes and you'll
> be fine.  Pass a bunch of downed trees  real near the trail.  Stand
> between the sawed logs and direct your path ahead 15 paces to a yellow
> blazed tree.  A straight compass reading of 260 degrees leads you to
> your prize BUT direct your steps along the path to the 2nd yellow
> blaze.  With your back to the blaze your path is directed at 330
> degrees and about 10 steps.
> Continue on the yellow trail after you have stamped in.  This joins
> the blue for a bit and becomes yellow again. This takes you back to
> your car.
> Look for future boxes in this park.  I have a trail map and know how
> to use it!
>