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Elves - By Request... Multi-Cache

This cache has been archived.

Scouting4Ever: The area has changed over the past 10 years and the cache doesn't get visited very often, so rather than replace wpt1, I've decided to archive the cache. The other waypoints and the final have been removed, opening the area up for new geocaches. FYI - it would be possible to place up to four traditional geocaches in the same general area (hint, hint). Thanks to all who helped the elves by visiting.

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Hidden : 7/29/2009
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Muggle Alert - best to search on evenings and weekends. No need to go into the protected wetlands or the nearby business parking lots. Stay on trails except at wpt1.

I've heard of people who've had these amazing experiences but I never suspected it would happen to me. You may have heard reports of people finding notes left by Pacific Northwest Elves, with information about their homes, their treasures, or just some place they want you to visit. They are quite common in the Burien area but are found in many other areas, as well. Imagine my surprise to find such a note the other day.

I spent many hours translating the note. It told of an area once protected by the elves. It told of the urban growth that drove them from the area and of the large buildings and parking lots that encroach on the area. They pleaded with me to enlist the help of those who desire to protect our natural areas, to ask them to come and visit, walk the trails, enjoy the lake, and ensure that the nearby wetlands are respected. In return, they promised their blessings. They also offer a safe place for exchanging treasures. At the bottom of the paper I found a set of numbers; those same numbers you see on this page.

I set off immediately to visit the area; however, once there, I was unable to locate the promised treasures. Instead, I found another set of coordinates. Clearly these elves have a mischievous nature, but my experiences to date with other elf-protected geocaches led me to believe that these coordinates would eventually lead to the treasure. My search continued as I came to two more such locations until finally I reached the promised treasure.

I encourage all of you to come help the elves. Visit this location, enjoy its beauty and natural wildlife. Encourage others to visit and to help ensure it retains its magical beauty. The elves will reward you.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

wpt1: fghzcrq? wpt2: pebffvat orgjrra 1 naq 3 wpt3: ebpx-a-ebpx Final: rireterra

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)