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Family Fun at the Zoo Multi-Cache

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Cleveland Metroparks: Time for this one to say goodnight.

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Hidden : 12/8/2009
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

This cache is located entirely inside of the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Please check www.clemetzoo.com for information on admission and promotions. The coordinates listed are for the zoo entrance.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: Having a Geocache in the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is a unique and exciting experience. It is VERY important that everyone seeking this cache be very respectful of the special situation of being in a zoo. You must stay in the areas that people are permitted into and out of those reserved for zoolife. No stage of this cache requires anyone to enter space not normally filled with visitors. Please remember that along with a great variety of wildlife, there is an extensive botanical collection at the zoo. Please do not trample any of the landscaping.
It is unlikely that most zoo employees will know how to answer your questions about this cache. They are busy with zoo business. If you have any questions about the cache, you can contact the Cleveland Metroparks Geocaching Coordinator at Geocaching@clevelandmetroparks.com or (440) 247-7075 and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

DETAILS:
This cache is a 6 part multi. You must find five sculptures and their plaques to gain information to complete the coordinates for the final cache container. Plan on spending at least an hour in the zoo to complete this cache.
Find the first five stages in any order that is convenient for you.
Follow the formula: N 41º 26.6AB, W 081º 42.CDE to find the final cache container, which is about 20 feet off a paved path.

Stage 1 D = Last number in the year at bottom of this plaque
N 41º 26.737
W 081º 42.850

Stage 2 A = The Number of letters in the last word on bottom line.
N 41º 26.900
W 081º 43.074

Stage 3 C = Number of letters in the first word of first line
N 41º 26.830
W 081º 42.901

Stage 4 B = Number of letters in Mary’s last name
N 41º 26.907
W 081º 42.823

Stage 5 E= Number of letters in Barbara’s last name
N 41º 26.807
W 081º 42.623

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

qb abg or nsenvq ernpu va

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)