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Harlingen P&R Geo-Quest #17: A Walk in the Park Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

Vertighost: Since there has been no response by the cache owner within the time frame requested in the last reviewer note, I have archived this cache. Please note that caches that have been archived for maintenance issues or lack of cache owner communication are not eligible to be unarchived.

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Hidden : 1/14/2016
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

A little less than a year has passed since the start of the Harlingen Geo-Quest so we have added a few more caches starting December 21st. We also have moved some of the containers that have been subject to Muggle tampering. If you are new to the Quest make sure to check our website http://www.myharlingen.us/page/parksandrec.geocachinghome and if you are coming back, thank you and feel free to earn a second coin by finding the new and transplanted caches.

This cache is located at Bonham Park, named for James Butler Bonham.  Born in 1807 in South Carolina, Bonham found his way to Texas via Mobil, Alabama where he organized a volunteer company called the Mobiel Grays to serve in the fight for Texas independece.  Bonham became a trusted associate of Sam Houston after writing to him and offering his services to the cause.  Bonham was killed in the battle of the Alamo on March 6, 1836, being one of the most "romanticized" soldiers of this conflict according to the Texas State Historical Association.

This park has and is still going through renovations to add equipment for the kids so be aware that construction may be going on.  Parking is available on the side of the street, and in the lot next to the park.  Stelth is required due to the wide open spaces and the school next door.

 For more information about the Geo-Quest visit the Harlingen Parks and Recreation website by going to www.myharlingen.us and clicking on the Parks and Recreation Tab.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Jvyy abg or noyr gb trg gb guvf ol whfg fgnaqvat nebhaq.

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)