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Galloping Gertie Reprise Traditional Cache

Hidden : 8/5/2015
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
3 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

The first geocache in Gig Harbor was placed at this location. Unfortunately, it was archived. But we have decided it deserves to be reprised.

The cache is along the beach on the Gig Harbor side of the Tacoma Narrows. It is recommended that you check the tide tables before going for this one. It is difficult to navigate the beach at high tides.

 

 


The location is within sight of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. The first version of this bridge became known as Galloping Gertie since it vibrated whenever the wind blew. During the first wind storm of the winter after the bridge was completed, the bridge fell down. The remains of the old bridge are now on the floor of the Narrows and have been designated a National Monument. Reputedly, the world's largest octopus lives amongst the remains.

It is recommended that you post a picture of yourself and the bridge with your log.

Whether you approach from the north or the south, this one is a bit of a hike. 

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Vg'f na nzzb pna.<br /><br />

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)