These clues are long overdue, but here they are. This hike brought to
mind fairy tales of enchanted and vanishing forests. Thus my attempt
to be whimsical:

Laurel of the Mountains Letterbox

Location: Elliot Laurel Reservation, Philipston, MA (Worcester
County)
Date planted: 7/3/02
Terrain: easy, 1mile round trip
Clues: whimsical
Placed by: Ginger and Bob (gbheron)

Getting There: From the east, take Rte 2 West, getting off at Exit
21. Bear right at end of the ramp following Rte 2A West to Templeton
Center. In the center, bear left onto Rte 101. Follow Rte 101 South
for about 4 miles. Entrance to Elliot Laurel Reservation is on the
right. Park on the side of the road.