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Birds, AB - Canada Goose Mystery Cache

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Cache Effect: I have received no response from the cache owner so I must regretfully archive this listing. If you wish to repair/replace the cache sometime in the future, just contact us (by email), and assuming it meets the current guidelines, we'll be happy to unarchive it.

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Hidden : 1/29/2006
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   other (other)

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Geocache Description:

Another cache in the Birds series of caches. This cache is located in another beautiful spot where you are sure to see the Canada Goose, not an unusual thing in Alberta as it is our most recognizable bird. If you visit this spot at the Best Time I think you will agree that I have named this cache most aptly, even for Alberta.

This cache has a Best Time Recommendation -
Recommended at dusk, in the winter.
(December, January, February)

Most Albertans have become inured to the Canada Goose. It is such a common sight in our waterways and fields that we just take it for granted, seeking this cache during the recommended time will change that.

This pathway is part of the Trans Canada Trail System. If you approach this cache from the north there is an excellent small sign that tells you a fair bit of information about the Canada Goose but it won't be able to prepare you for this cache.

The Bird caches are usually small caches, never ammo cans, and are placed in hides, this design feature gives the cache container longer life in our harsh Canadian climate. Every Bird cache will be contained in some type of protective hide and this hide was different and a lot of fun. This cache took more revisits than any other cache I have made.

Cory's friends placed a bench here in memory of Cory and this bench is a great feature which will help you find this cache. You need to look directly behind the bench and find "Rocy" (pronounced rock key).

This cache is placed where non-geocachers in a specific location can overlook exactly what happens so please be careful and make sure you are not being observed.

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Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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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)