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March Madness - BLUE Traditional Cache

Hidden : 3/24/2013
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
4 out of 5

Size: Size:   not chosen (not chosen)

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Geocache Description:

This time of year, basketball fans are eager to watch college teams compete in the annual NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship. Not me--this time of year my eyes are glued to the mountains instead of the television, looking for new trails and places to explore as Winter gives way to Spring. This ridgeline is just one of those places. It turned out to be one of my favorite hikes above Long Bench and North Ogden.

BLUE is just a silly nickname having to do with the color of the Mardi Gras beads placed in the cache. It can be a fun reference also, as you climb the ridge. "How far to BLUE?" you might ask. Good question, as it sits at 6,741 feet, about 1,500 feet higher than the Bonneville Shoreline trail.

The trail to BLUE is an easy stroll across flat ground once you've reached the top of the ridge. It's an awesome place, situated right below an impressive cliff band. You can continue on to the cliff, but My Dal Leo and I thought this was an appropriate place to stop. He noticed a large mountain goat not far away, and then another popped on top of the cliff to keep watch on us. That was a most unexpected bonus and one we hope you enjoy too. Bring your binoculars and scan the cliffs while you exalt in the rewards of this place. Enjoy!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Qrpba, unatvat, abegu fvqr bs oehfu.

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)