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Saturday, July 11, 2015

Top 10 Caches in Williamsburg

With the 13th Annual GCHR Picnic fast approaching, I figured I would put together several lists detailing the best caches around the area. Today's list will be the best caches, based on favorite points, in Williamsburg.

The red dot (next to the "Y" in York) is the approximate location of the picnic.

For more information on the picnic - click here

Williamsburg – top 10 caches
based on favorite points earned:

1. GCHDDJ – Noise out of Place – 191 favorite points - hidden by Team WRK&FSH. This virtual cache is located in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. Guarantee you will like this cache. Located less than 11 miles from Newport News Park.

Note from SNAP!!! - An excellent virtual - tons of history here!!!

2. GC1928 – #3 On DOG – 85 favorite points - hidden by JK-n-VA. Another virtual cache located Colonial Williamsburg. Surrounded by history and less than 11 miles from Newport News Park.

Note from SNAP!!! - An excellent virtual - right on main street!!!

3. GC4J021 - A Good Thing Since 1924 – 34 favorite points - hidden by Team WRK&FSH. A really nice cache hidden by a boy scout troop Williamsburg. About 11 miles from Newport News Park.

4. GC3N20V – Colonial Redwoods – 33 favorite points – hidden by seth1991. Another cache located on the grounds of Colonial Williamsburg. Great scenery at this location.

Note from SNAP!!! - This one MIGHT be missing!!!

5. GC292E7 – Mystery Marine Science Theater 3000 – 30 favorite points – hidden by M&C_WM. A regular size cache located just over 11 miles from Newport News Park. Terrain is a little steep for this one so be prepared.

6. GC2EWGW – Crim Dell Wall – 28 favorite points – hidden by seth1991. Located a little more than 11 miles from Newport News Park this cache is on the grounds of William & Mary.

Note from SNAP!!! - might be a quick grab but Nana & I had a tough time!!!

7. GC44NEP – Colonial Treasure – 21 favorite points – hidden by ScottishCalvaryman and adopted by costalgypsies. For those puzzle cachers out there that like to be totally immersed in history. This cache may take the better part of one day.

Note from SNAP!!! - A+ cache - being a puzzle probably keeps it from having more favorite points. Tons of history involved in finding this cache!!!

8. GCH6FK – Melissa’s Meadow – 14 favorite points – hidden by JK-n-VA. Another Virtual Cache located on William & Mary. There is also some history associated with this location.
Note from SNAP!!! - Another excellent virtual!!!

9. GC18E4 – Lake Steps – 12 favorite points – hidden by JK-n-VA. This virtual cache does require a hike but it is well worth the trip. Located about 11 miles from Newport News Park.

Note from SNAP!!! - Enjoy the hike to GZ!!!

10. GC1251F – Arachnophobia – 10 favorite points – hidden by Erndog&Fin. A clever cache located about 13 miles from the picnic.

Note from SNAP!!! - A fun little cache!!!

Stay Safe & Keep Caching!!!

Suffolk Nana & Papa - - - or just plain ol' - - - - SNAP!!!

Top 10 Caches in James City County

With the 13th Annual GCHR Picnic fast approaching, I figured I would put together several lists detailing the best caches around the area. Today's list will be the best caches, based on favorite points, in James City County.

The red dot (next to the "Y" in York) is the approximate location of the picnic.

For more information on the picnic - click here

James City County – top 10 caches based on favorite points earned:

1. GC2F40K – CJS - Preservation Virginia – 89 favorite points - hidden by Captain John Smith. This cache is located at the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center . This is a great cache and is located about 13 miles from Newport News Park.
Note from SNAP!!!: Excellent location - and a great little cache!

2. GC3D4X0 – I'll leave the light on for you – 48 favorite points - hidden by Virginia Griz. This very popular cache is a nice little twist on caching. Located almost 19 miles from the park.
Note from SNAP!!!: Cute little hide!

3. GCV3G6 – Let's play a game – 43 favorite points - hidden by Colonial Cats and adopted by va griz. This cute little take off of a puzzle cache might just leave a smile on your face when you finish it. Located about 17 miles from the park.

4. GC4B4JT – NCGC #31 - The Electric Bird House – 34 favorite points – hidden by Never Cancel 180. Hidden in the York River State Park this cache is over 20 miles from the picnic.

5. GC3DP9Z – Watch our for Trolls, the sequel – 31 favorite points - hidden by Virginia Griz. This amusing cache is located just west of colonial Williamsburg but is about 13 miles from the picnic.
Note from SNAP!!!: This could be a tricky little hide!

6. GC1FB5D – The other thing Bears do in the Woods – 25 favorite points – hidden by Kuhidad. This cache is located right off a very nice biking trail and is just North of the Jamestowne area. Located about 14 miles from the picnic.
Note from SNAP!!!: Located right off a very nice bike trail!

7. GC15Y7C – Fossil Beach at York River State Park – 21 favorite points – hidden by Code Zero. Right on the banks of the York River this is a very nice earthcache. Located about 19 miles from Newport News Park.

8. GC3WPVZ – Get me out of the Jailhouse again... – 18 favorite points – hidden by Colonial Cats adopted by GeoMunster1313. This tricky little cache is almost 13 miles from the park and is located just west of downtown Williamsburg.
Note from SNAP!!!: This one might bring a smile to your face!

9. GC4B4E7 – NCGC #22 - Stop Here When Closed - 18 favorite points – hidden by Never Cancel 180. Another nice cache located inside York River State Park. Located almost 20 miles from the picnic.

10. GC2F40H - CJS - Powhatan Creek Park & Blueway – 17 favorite points – hidden by Captain John SMith. This puzzle could be a little tricky for some but all parts are located in the same small area. Just under 13 miles from the park.

Note from SNAP!!!: This ingenious multi might tax your brain a little!