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Gecko Cache Traditional Geocache

This cache has been archived.

XantheTerra: This cache is no longer on a NATO or coalition force controlled base. Due to the area still being a restricted zone , it no longer falls within the guidelines as set out and agreed when it was published. Thus it needs to be archived.

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Hidden : 10/13/2004
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Cache is located on top of Gecko Mountain, next to the repeater. Climbing Gecko Mountain may be difficult for some, and permission from Gecko Firbase must be obtained.

Gecko Mountain cache is locate at the top of the mountain, permission must be acquired prior to climbing the mountain. The cache is housed in a silver tin, with contents of a log book and instructions in both English and Arabic.

First finders reward is a Kandahar Enduring Freedom Coin.

Original coordinates were taken by a Magellan Sports Track Pro. Alternate coordinates by Garmin ETREX place this cache at N3139210 E06540799.

Small note on cache maintenance: This cache will be maintained by me for the next six months, it will then be maintained by my replacement. This cache will be available for other military folks stationed in Afghanistan.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Ba gur onpx fvqr bs gur ercrngre, snpvat gur terra inyyrl. Pnpur vf ybpngrq va n perivpr bs ebpxf nccebkvzngryl 2.5 zrgref sebz gur ercrngre.

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)