On November 21, 2002 Funhog placed the Bowl and Pitcher letterbox in
Riverside State Park, six miles northwest of Spokane city center, Spokane
County, Washington. This 10,000 acre park follows the Spokane River and
features a pedestrian suspension bridge, Indian pictographs, an historic
settlement and miles of trails.
To the trailhead: From I-90 go North on Maple Street to Francis Street.
Turn left and go west to Rifle Club Road which is marked by a brown
directional sign saying Riverside State Park/Bowl and Pitcher. Turn left
and keep left at the T, following the signs to the Bowl and Pitcher
Overlook parking area.
To the letterbox: From the rocky top of the Overlook you will be able to
see the route where you will make your crossing. Head downhill and traverse
the historic span. Once across, keep rails right and left. Don't stop to
feed the ants but keep their dining room and the hydraulic lullaby to your
right. The path is wide with many small diversions attempting to lure you
right and left. Avoid temptation and watch the sky. When dual lines are
overhead, halt. Retrace twenty two of your steps and a pair of evergreens
will be to your right. When you stand between these two sentinels, the
letterbox is but a step or two away, at 200 degrees magnetic.
New box WA
2 messages in this thread |
Started on 2002-11-22
New box WA
From: Karen Sinizer (funhog@pacifier.com) |
Date: 2002-11-22 20:40:00 UTC-08:00
New box WA
From: funhog1 (funhog@pacifier.com) |
Date: 2002-11-25 18:48:29 UTC
On November 24, 2002 Funhog placed the Tundra Traveler letterbox at
Franz Lake near the town of Skamania, Skamania County, Washington.
During the summer months this "lake" may not even hold a drop of
water but during the rest of the year it's got plenty. As a result,
this is the perfect winter home for those glorious, energetic visitors
from the far north, Tundra Swans. The area is part of the National
Wildlife Refuge system and is closed to public entry. However, there
is a viewing platform and interpretive signs along the highway. Bring
binoculars (and a spotting scope) if you have them.
To the trailhead: From Vancouver, WA, head east on Highway 14. The
Franz Lake Viewpoint is on the right between mileage markers 31 and 32.
To the letterbox: From the head of the platform the treasure lies at
255 degrees magnetic. Walk with thousands of diamonds to your left.
Once the diamonds disappear and you begin to feel galvanized, you
are standing right beside the box. It's guardian holds it gently in a
cupped had, secured by a steely grip. Roll away the stone.
Franz Lake near the town of Skamania, Skamania County, Washington.
During the summer months this "lake" may not even hold a drop of
water but during the rest of the year it's got plenty. As a result,
this is the perfect winter home for those glorious, energetic visitors
from the far north, Tundra Swans. The area is part of the National
Wildlife Refuge system and is closed to public entry. However, there
is a viewing platform and interpretive signs along the highway. Bring
binoculars (and a spotting scope) if you have them.
To the trailhead: From Vancouver, WA, head east on Highway 14. The
Franz Lake Viewpoint is on the right between mileage markers 31 and 32.
To the letterbox: From the head of the platform the treasure lies at
255 degrees magnetic. Walk with thousands of diamonds to your left.
Once the diamonds disappear and you begin to feel galvanized, you
are standing right beside the box. It's guardian holds it gently in a
cupped had, secured by a steely grip. Roll away the stone.