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Combination Rock! Mystery Cache

This cache has been archived.

Team_Epitome: We are archiving the Combo Rock cache. We considered replacing it for some time however decided it was best to move on and perhaps create a new version somewhere else. Thanks to those who searched for it.

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Hidden : 3/24/2002
Difficulty:
4.5 out of 5
Terrain:
4.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   not chosen (not chosen)

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Geocache Description:

Team_Epitome have linked up again to place a cache on Allamuchy Mountain. Before you log a find for this cache you will have climbed under, up, and in various rock formations…and hiked several miles in the process.

The nearest legal parking that we know of is located at: N40° 55.332 / W074° 44.335

You first challenge in completing this cache can be found hidden in a rather sizable rock formation. Look on the Eastern side of this formation and you will find a cavernous void about half way up. In that void you will find all the direction required to complete your mission.

Preparation:

· You will be hiking several miles, mostly off trail in a mountainous region, so you will want good hiking boots with ankle support. There are some trails but many paths are rocky and uneven.

· Although climbing gear (ropes, harness, carabiners, etc) is not required, at one point you will need to climb and traverse a small rock wall.

· We hiked about 7 miles when placing this cache. We imagine you will have to do the same, so you may want to bring some bottled water and perhaps an energy bar or two.

· A flashlight is not required but will help in certain places.

· GPS reception is pretty good in most spots, but a compass will make your search easier.

· Start early! Plan to be searching/hiking for most of the day. It took us 5 hours to place the cache once we knew where it was going. It shall surely take longer to find.

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)