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What is this white, ribbed, box shaped object attached to a somewhat-remote tree near Lake Chelan?

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While hiking near Lake Chelan (Washington, USA), I noticed this item affixed to the tree located at 48.150978, -120.493732:

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The tree in question is a short hike from a boat landing and right off a trail, but the area overall is fairly remote (designated wilderness).

I was unable to find any markings or other identification clues on the object. It appears to have been placed a while ago, as the screws holding it have been pulled almost completely out of the tree. The item primarily comprises a white, ribbed, rounded rectangular prism approximately 7x5x6".

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Possibilities:

  • Some form of remote sensor, Perhaps they wanted to monitor microclimate values of temp and humidity on a long term basis.

  • Bug trap. The container fastens with wingnuts, while the bracket appears to be screwed or nailed. By implication the container was intended to be replaced/inspected multiple times. Bug trap would fit this, as would pollen trap.

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Since you have coordinates, find out what national/state forest/park that your location corresponds to. Drop by their office and see if they have a record of any research projects in that area. They are likely to redirect you to one or more scientists connected to a local university.

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