The Ashley gang used the remote areas around Stuart and the St. Lucie River as hideouts and escape routes. The region's wilderness and underdeveloped infrastructure at the time made it ideal for evading law enforcement. The most significant connection is that the gang met its violent end in Stuart. November 1924, The Ashley Gang became a part of local lore. In and around Stuart, their story is still remembered in historical accounts, books, and even ghost tales. The gang’s exploits and fiery downfall are woven into the cultural memory of the Treasure Coast.  This scent is the fiery combination of brandy, leather and tobacco, with a hint of gun powder.