It
was in the fall of the year .We were to meet at Canter's Cave near Jackson
,Ohio for a rendezvous held by The Son's of Liberty.This was a new camp area
for their club so most of us had never been there before. The weather was near
perfect, and the leaves were just reaching the peak of color. Canter's Cave is
located in the beautiful Southern Ohio hills with much history to add to it's
interest .It is said that in the 20's remains of prehistoric natives and
even 
rifle parts were discovered in some of the nearby caves.We decided
after we shot the woodswalk, we would take a short trek and explore some of
the area. We eagerly grouped and headed for the trail match. It was
challenging and quite enjoyable.13 shots at different size targets at
different distances and a throw of the tomahawk. After finishing the match we
figured we'd catch a quick lunch and head for the caves. The only directions
we had to the cave area was " I think they're back there some where." That was
good enough so we took off. 
As we climbed up
the leaf-covered path the scenery got prettier. The paths curled their way
along a sandy steep trail. The scenery just kept getting better end better.The
hemlocks looked like green lace flowing over the hill sides .We found some
nice overhangs, explored them, and came on back to camp. We talked with some
of the others and found out we had taken the first trail but the second trail
was the best so we opted not to shoot Sunday but would take another trek. This
trail would lead us to Canter's Cave. The evening brought some cool
temperatures so we were up fairly early and after some bacon and coffee
thought we better get moving. This time we took the second trail and in just a
few minutes time had swallowed us all and we were in the 1750 's somewhere in
the middle of unsettled territory. The beauty was breathtaking.We walked and
climbed and thought we surely must have all died the night before and this was
indeed what heaven really looked like.We found Canter's Cave, and Black Water
Falls, and still have trails we've yet to travel. This is indeed a grand place
for a short trek ,or if one can arrange it , a long one.We are going
back in a few weeks .I suggest you do the
same.