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Alderson Loop Mystery Cache

This cache has been archived.

nemocamaro: Unfortunately, this cache is no longer on Earth Conservancy land, and therefore will be archived. Thanks to hammer116 for investigating.

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Hidden : 2/24/2012
Difficulty:
5 out of 5
Terrain:
3.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

This is a puzzle cache on Earth Conservancy land, so wear orange when appropriate. This is a multi-leg, and coordinates are for stage 1, which will lead you to another stage. Please see the full cache description for the puzzle. Cache is a regular sized Lock & Lock packed with swag and a choice of FTF prizes including, a lotto scratcher, and one of my signature travel bugs (unactivated).

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An Alderson loop is a slang or jargon term for an infinite loop where there is an exit condition available, but inaccessible in the current implementation.

You must find the key in the following puzzle before attempting the cache!!!

Congrats to Over_The_Hill_Gang for getting the FTF!

Puzzle:

Usually I like to place hides near something meaningful to me, or somewhere of historical value. Lately I have been looking for neat trails to hike. This is definitely one of them. Really great views, and some challenging terrain make this a good one. Always make sure you enjoy the view.

Very sharp eyes will be needed to see the key to finding this cache. If you attempt this cache without finding my hint, you may be walking in circles. Obvious locations were used in hiding all stages. Like with all caches, please re-hide this one as well as, or better than found. Even if you don't find it, post about your experience and if you need an extra hint, e-mail me. Try your best and good luck.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

[puzzle] npebfgvp [stage 1] n sbbg bss gur cngu vafvqr onfr bs 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)