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The Answer is The Key Mystery Cache

This cache has been archived.

shootingstarco: I regret to inform that after 9 years to the day, and many bumps in the road since hiding, I am archiving this hide. There has been many instances of vandalism, and destruction tied to this cache. Thank you to WVTim for allowing me to tribute his formerly hidden cache in WV. Unfortunately there is way too much damage for repairs to be done, as 3 or 4 previous occurrences. Thank you to all of the travelers and as well as chachers that popped me with a favorite point, that means a lot. Who knows, maybe something else will take its place in a more remote location to avoid intentional damage from outsiders looking for something valuable. Once again, thank you all for the epic ride!

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Hidden : 8/10/2013
Difficulty:
4.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

The cache IS located at the above coordinates!!  On a rest stop visit on a road trip in Wonderful West Verginia this past spring we were going for a 4 state smiley attempt and this type of cache was one of the attempts we took a shot at, the origional CO was very helpful and was more than ok with me reproducing this hide and placing it in my home town.   Here's to you WVTim, hope you get to log this smiley some day :-).


This Cache is VERY EASY to find and the reason for it being a puzzle cache is the challenge it will be to figure out how to open the cache.  No tools what so ever (screwdrivers, hammers, batteries, or flashlights) required, NOTHING more than what the cache provides to you.  This is a creative and challenging tribute to WVTim, I have placed this hide very close to the Woodland PA exit of I-80 with hopes of attracting some traveler traffic as well as local explorers. There is a small water proof container inside that can hide small trade and trackables as well so please make for some awesome trades :)

 

The key required to solve this cache is provided.  Pull it out carefully and pull straight down so it doesn't damage the cord it's attached to.  I would suggest pulling out a couple feet, it is on a retractable reel.  Please return it to where you found it when you are finished.  If the key is missing please send me a personal message or leave a "Needs Maintainence" log.  You will not be able to open this cache without the key. Also it is a new lock, so take note of where the line is on the lock, you will need the tumblers to be lined up with the line, not where you first think it should be lined up.

 

HINT:  How do I find the combination to open the lock protecting this cache?  The best clue is in the title of the cache "The Answer is The Key".  Think about the key!!!  Some examples:  What can I do with the key?  What color is the key?  What are the properties of the key?  What is the key made of?  What kind of key is this, and how can I use it to find the combination?  Keep asking yourself questions and remember the answer is the key.

CONGRATULATIONS TO GUNSMITH03 AND GREENNIKKI79 ON THE LATE EVENING FTF!!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Fhttrfgvbaf ner va gur pnpur qrfpevcgvba, fb lbh unir gb ernq gur pnpur cntr. Vs lbh ner fgvyy univat qvssvphygvrf zl cubar ahzore vf ba gur pnpur vs lbh arrq zber bs n ahqtr, GRKG BAYL cyrnfr orpnhfr V jbex bsgra naq pna eneryl nafjre zl cubar, ohg vs lbh unir gb pnyy naq V qba'g nafjre, yrnir n zrffntr naq V jvyy erghea vg jura V pna.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)