The new 31 extension has stood out to me from the beginning. I was informed by an insider that this area has already been searched. I even went there early on myself and walked a good mile of it myself. I got a really weird feeling when I was there too IMO. Very quiet and open.
This past week, I studied the map surrounding 31 some more and took interest in another area close by that intrigued me. It's the area and clearing section at the end of Jones Rd..
I've been down that road twice since HE's disappearance but, not the whole way. One of the reasons being that there is a "No Outlet" sign not too far down Jones Rd., so I turned around right away. After looking at the map a bit closer, I could see that Jones Rd. goes way back and even dead ends at the new 31. And, there's a dirt road that leads to a huge clearing with what some construction activity.
So, curious me drove back there this past Friday with my Son. I could only get as far as the first sandy dirt road before there was a cable blocking the longer road that leads back to the clearing area. So, we both got out of my truck and trekked the rest of the way.
Very sketchy from the get go. Lots of trash, shotgun shells, construction debris, tire tracks, fire pits, mattresses, and even came across a women's bra/swimsuit top! Lots of off-shoot trails that looked like they were used for dirt bikes and ATVs. Plus, we saw a nice sized fox not too far in the distance running away when it heard us coming.
I wasn't sure what to expect when we got there but, got a sense that this area was well known to the locals (in that area) and was used as a party/hang-out spot. It was very secluded and quiet.
On our way out, we saw a younger man on an ATV and we both waved at each other.
I really think that this area would be well worth a thorough search.
Only one way in and out too from 544!
