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E. Passaic River Blueway Mystery Cache

Hidden : 9/23/2016
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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E. Passaic River Blueway - Pirate's Cove


Welcome to the Passaic River Blueway. This is rated 5 Terrain as it is a paddle cache. There are 3 notable portage points on the Passaic River - Little Falls, Great Falls in Paterson, and Dundee Dam at Garfield/Clifton.

If you encounter any other hazards, use discretion and do not attempt if you feel unsafe. Designated ramps are listed. Remember your PFDs (life jackets) and consider affixing a waterproof bag for your gear.

-- This cache was placed about 4 feet high in a tree. It requires getting out of the boat.

Optional: It would be fun to see some of your photos!

As you enter the "Dundee Lake" section of the Passaic River, here is a scenic respite along with a couple of canoe/kayak trivia questions:


Assume: N 40° 53.A8 W 074° 07.B3


A. Given three CANOES of similar shape, which is fastest?
* Canoe that is 18 feet long = 74
* Canoe that is 17 feet long = 76
* Canoe that is 16 feet long = 78

B. While paddling a KAYAK in flat or fairly calm water, where does a person's primary power comes from?
* Back and obliques = 86
* Legs and hips = 87
* Arms and shoulders = 88
* Wrist and hands = 89

Answers:

A. http://www.paddling.net/guidelines/showArticle.html?735

B. http://www.funtrivia.com/playquiz/quiz2791431ff5550.html

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)