Woodchuck Traditional Cache

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Handyman & Fam: It died. [:(]

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Hidden : 1/31/2011
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:


I thought I would name some caches after some of the critters that you may spot out here on the W.C.T. Some are more abundant than others. Keep your eyes open, you never know what you may sneak up on!


The Woodchuck, or Groundhog, is the largest member of the squirrel family. It is capable of climbing trees if the need arises.

They are known for their extensive burrows. These tunnels have many branches and rooms, ranging from one to twelve feet long. To escape predators the tunnels have more than one entrance. Other animals, such as rabbits, opossums, skunks and foxes, will use deserted Woodchuck tunnels in which to live. Because of their digging habits, the Groundhog has caused problems for humans including damage to farm machinery and building foundations.

In the winter, Woodchucks enter their burrow to hibernate. While they are asleep, their body temperature drops to 43 - 57 F. They are crepuscular. When they are alarmed, Woodchucks often gives a loud whistle. Because of this, they are sometimes called "whistlepigs."

The legend of the Groundhog and his shadow is the basis of Groundhog Day. It is said that on that day, February 2, the Groundhog will leave its burrow. If it sees its shadow, he returns to his den to wait out six more weeks of winter. However, if it's cloudy and it does not see its shadow, he remains outside because winter is over. There is no truth to the legend. Groundhogs in the southern United States do not hibernate and those in the far north do not come out of hibernation until April.




CONGRATS TO buteo FOR THE FTF!!!!!!!

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)


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