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Come In Houston Traditional Cache

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Topaz100: Come in Houston has had a long run…..17 years! It’s too far away from home for me now ….time to leave space for new cachers.

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Hidden : 8/27/2007
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

This is my first cache - hope you all enjoy it and the peaceful walk through the woods. The cache is located within 5' of the Houston Trail. Busy trail and lots of muggles - use caution. No bushwacking required but please respect the environment. The above coordinates are an average of six readings.

James Houston, a Langley pioneer was credited with making the first gold discovery in B.C. His parents were owners of the White Star Shipping Line, hence the Titanic magnet found in the cache. He began farming near Fort Langley in 1858 and in 1890 started a second farm in Derby Reach. He was considered the first independent farmer in the Fraser Valley. Original Contents of the cache are: Sudoku Puzzle Cube; Golf Ball; Titanic Frig Magnet; Deck of Cards; Canada Bottle Opener/Keychain; "Whatever" Divot Repair Tool; Dart Shafts; Dart Flights; Sun Catcher, FTF Certificate; Log,Pen and Pencil. Congrats to beeandjay for FTF!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Oruvaq n gerr.

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)