Local deer frequented the area around the lodge as there was deer feed placed in various places like the charming little decorative well and the hollow of an old stump for them to enjoy. The first morning of our trip, we were ecstatic to find the deer wandering through our camp nonchalantly as if it were completely normal.
He even took a snack right from my husband's hand (which, for all of you who are presently freaking out about us feeding wildlife and such, we normally would NEVER do, but it was very obvious these animals were quite used to such behavior and our feeding them was in no way going to harm them or quite honestly make any impact whatsoever in their lives... we merely took advantage of a once in a lifetime opportunity.)
Sitting around the fire, I could not help but carve a stamp to commemorate such a wonderful adventure and thus this box was born. The first of you to find it might also find a little guest nestled snugly inside the box. (Everyone loves a HH, right?)
Well, on to the hunt..........
To get to Loon Lake Lodge--
From Reedsport/101:
Exit 101 at Hwy 38 and go east along the Umpqua River. About 13 miles from Reedsport, there will be a Loon Lake sign directing a RIGHT turn on Loon Lake Road. Go nine miles to Loon Lake Lodge & RV Resort.
From Interstate 5:
Exit I-5 at Hwy 38 (about 12 miles south of Cottage Grove, or 36 miles north of Roseburg) and go west about 20 miles through the town of Elkton. Stay on Hwy 38 and go about 22 miles until you cross a large bridge. After the bridge, there will be a Loon Lake sign directing a LEFT turn on Loon Lake Road. Go nine miles to Loon Lake Lodge & RV Resort.(Note: the lodge is located past the BLM campgrounds).
To get to the box --
Park at the lodge store on the right side of the road. Across the road and back the way you came you will find Group Campsite 71. Count about 20 paces up the driveway from the Group campsite 71 sign. On your left will be a moss covered tree near the driveway. To the right of that will be a bank of ferns. Between these you will find a large moss-covered stump. If you search the lower part of this stump and look for a hollow place you will find your prize buried under forest litter.
Happy hunting and, as always, be careful out there.
