ACE Cache #1-Maquoketa Library Multi-Cache

This is a two part cache.  The gps coordinates will get you to the first cache (outside of the library) where you will be given clues to the location to find the log book (inside the library). 

Library hours.
Mon•Tues•Thurs 10-8
Wed•Fri 10-6

Sunday Close

This is a two part cache. The gps coordinates will get you to the first stage (outside of the library) where you will be given clues to the location to find the log book (inside the library). You will need to decrypt the code from the hints below to gain access to stage one and the clue for stage two is inside the locked container.

The final is a log book only, please do not leave any items/swag with the log book, it is not designed to accommodate anymore than the log book. Bring a pencil and paper to write down the clue for stage two and sign the log. Please make sure everything is replaced exactly how you found it.

Many thanks to the library board for allowing me to place this cache.

Please keep in mind that this is a public building, the second stage is only accessible while the library is open and all rules and laws need to be followed.

Library hours.
Mon•Tues•Thurs 10-8
Wed•Fri 10-6

Sunday Close

http://www.maquoketa.lib.ia.us/

This cache is #1 of a series I will be working on.  As a new cacher I have been scouting locations to place some caches.  During a conversation with a friend of mine (DH), where I was explaining the activity of geocaching and asking for permission to place caches on some of his property lines, I realized I was describing an activity and asking permission to conduct that activity on his lands, when it was an activity he could not participate in very well.  You see, my friend is in a wheel chair and although he gets around very well, everywhere he needs to, stopping the van on a roadside and crossing a ditch, or hiking into the timber to look for a cache is not very possible for him.  So I gained the inspiration right then, to place a series of geocaches in the Jackson County, Iowa area that were as challenging and enjoyable as any other geocache but are specifically designed to accommodate a wheelchair and ramp-van access.   With as much inspiration as I had, I discovered I had as many roadblocks.  Thankfully,  iowaPete from IGO was hosting a “How to place a cache” event.  I relayed my story and asked for suggestions from the group, who were all much more experienced cachers, and received an overwhelming number of great ideas and support.   So here it begins, the purpose of this cache and those to follow is to create caches that are fun, and challenging, and accessible to everyone.  Wish me luck, and send me any comments or suggestions you might have.

As always, be safe, be courteous, be respectful and have fun.

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