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Load Limit Multi-cache

This cache has been archived.

knowschad: Sadly, this cache had come to an end. Thanks to all who played the game.

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Knowschad:

The load limit plaque was turned into our office by the Continental Bridge company's bridge inspector. He was not happy about the fake plaque because it included their name and phone number.

While this was a fun cache and neat idea, it is time to archive it. We will not be allowing plaques on these bridges in the future because of the manufacturer's liability concerns.

Thanks,
Ramsey County Parks
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Hidden : 8/25/2005
Difficulty:
4 out of 5
Terrain:
3 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Lovely little Battle Creek Park. Don't try this one if you get frustrated easily, nor if you don't like to hike up steep hills! All stages are winter accessable, but final stage will be very difficult in snow, ice, or mud.

I find this park to be very relaxing, but I doubt that you will if you go after this cache! With the pretty little Battle Creek winding its way down the valley, the sandstone bluffs pocked with caves (Please obey the signs and DO NOT ENTER the caves!), the three bridges that cross the winding creek, with man-made riffles adding oxygen to the water and a pleasant gurgling sound to the ears. You are very likely to see deer and/or wild turkeys as you seek this cache, particulariy on the final stage.

This is a three stage multi-cache. The first two stages are pretty sneaky "in-your-face" hides. I think that you'll enjoy them. The final stage should be very easy for anyone, but will be a good climb.

Final stage is a 1 gallon plastic jar with painted camo and contained a rubber chicken which now hangs proudly over Sui Generis' fireplace. Original contents also include:

  • Rubber stamp
  • Package of 12" glow sticks
  • Obsidian teardrop necklace thing
  • Custom "Load Limit" refrigerator magnet
  • Teensy-tiny micro container for your next cache
  • Other cool stuff


Extreme stealth is not required, but still be careful. Stage #1 could be easily muggled if not replaced exactly as it was.

Note: I tried my best when taking the coordinates, but the signal was very weak, and yours may be, too. Bring the hints along in case you need them!

All stages are very close to existing trails. To get to the final stage, take the trail uphill to the fence, and head north along the fenceline. Your GPSr won't indicate that.

Overall hike is about 1.25 miles round trip.

Do not leave any valuables in the car! There have been cars broken into here!


This cache has been registered with Ramsey County

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Additional Hints (Decrypt)

[Stage 1:] Gur cerivbhf unq gjb, guvf unf guerr. [Stage 2:] Jbbql ngr urer znal gvzrf. [Stage 3:] Znwbe trbornpba.

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)