North Saskatchewan Power Paddle 06 Mystery Cache
North Saskatchewan Power Paddle 06
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This piece of geo-art is symbolic of the rivers of western Canada, their rich histories and the recreational opportunities that they provide. Each of the 36 geocaches on the North Saskatchewan Power Paddle has physical coordinates associated with the answer to a question related to a western or northern Canadian river. Most of these questions come from books in my library, so not all of the answers may be easily found on the internet.
The cache is not at the posted coordinates
The containers should not be difficult to locate once you arrive at the proper location; the challenge - and fun - will be in getting there. A few of these caches may be accessible from land, though perhaps not via public property. The series is intended to be accessed from the water side, so you can experience the beauty and power of the river while getting some fresh air and exercise.
Record the clue from each find - on the bottom of the container - to allow you to solve for the bonus cache (GC798XJ).
Hunting and fishing on the North Saskatchewan. Photo credit: geo-schmidts
Your cache question is:
The origin of the word "canoe" is:
N53 24.066' W113 38.710' (a) the Carib word "kenu"
N53 24.074' W113 38.952' (b) the Algonquian word "kišux"
N53 24.047' W113 38.946' (c) the Hawaiian word "kanu"
N53 24.018' W113 38.937' (d) the Dene word "tthenu"
Rivers can be dangerous and unforgiving, and this is reflected in the terrain ratings for these caches. The effects of cold, wind and rain are amplified when you are exposed to the elements and an hour or more from your take-out point. It may also be possible to walk the river when it is frozen, but be aware that river currents may create thin ice where you don’t expect it. Please be safe out there: have a plan, be prepared, and use the buddy system.
The more ambitious of you may attempt this in a single day; the more casual may pick away at it over several trips. The terrain ratings for these caches are real. The North Saskatchewan River has steep banks in this reach, 2 to 3 m high, and in many areas the valley wall above is also very steep. You will not be able to float down the river and pluck caches from the overhanging vegetation – you will need to land your boat and hike steep terrain through dense bush to get to GZ. You will get wet. You will get muddy. You will get scratched by thistles, raspberry bushes and wild rose. That said, I placed these caches in a single day, accompanied by my 8-year-old son, and we had a great day on the river!
A good summary of guidelines and requirements for safe paddling is available here. Happy paddling!
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Treasures
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