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AR_FHSU Quad Mystery Cache

This cache has been archived.

Geocaching HQ Admin: From June 06, 2018 until March 06, 2019, Geocaching HQ conducted an Augmented Reality (AR) experiment. During that time, cache owners were allowed to submit Mystery Caches that required the finder to download and use an AR app to find the cache. The goal of the experiment was to see how the geocaching community would use AR technology. Cache owners placed more than 600 AR caches around the world!

Unfortunately, the AR apps which met HQ’s requirements for the experiment have been or are currently in the process of being discontinued. As a result, it is currently not possible for finders to have the AR experience that was originally intended. Therefore, HQ has decided to archive all active AR caches placed during the experiment period. We are respectfully requesting that all AR cache owners please remove the cache container and contents as soon as possible.

As technology evolves, we look forward to seeing how Augmented Reality might have future applications for geocaching. Thank you to all cache owners who participated in the experiment!

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Hidden : 6/23/2018
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:


The Cache is NOT at the posted coordinates!


It is a micro so BYOP.
GEOCACHING AUGMENTED REALITY EXPERIMENT:

This cache is part of an experiment that allows the use of Augmented Reality (AR) apps to find the cache. At the end of this experiment, Geocaching HQ will decide if this cache will be grandfathered or archived. Geocaching HQ reserves the right to archive this cache at any time if conditions change. If you have found this cache and would like to give feedback on your experience, please fill out this survey.

Metaverse App

This puzzle cache uses the "Metaverse" augmented reality app to solve the puzzle. Metaverse uses, what can best be described as a series of story boards they call an "Experience", to guide the user through the game. To find this cache, follow these general instructions:

  1. Download the Metaverse app for IPhone or Android
  2. Create a free account.
  3. Go to the posted coordinates
  4. Use the app on the QR code supplied below or in the gallery to access the Experience
  5. Then follow instructions and answer the questions to find the cache

Use of the Metaverse Experience "AR_FHSU Quad" is required to solve this puzzle. Access to the experience is provided by scanning the provided QR Code with the QR code reader in the Metaverse app. Click Here to view the QR Code on-line or scan the QR Code found in the gallery. You may want to print off the QR code to have with you during your search (it is highly suggested).

Cache Details

The hunt for this cache will walk you through the Fort Hays State Quad. You must either physically be "boots on the ground" in the Fort Hays State University Quad area, or know a lot about FHSU (or where to google it) to solve this puzzle. The final coordinates are only revealed by solving the experience.
Note: If I can figure out the geo-fences or proximity restrictions, they may be added in the future to help require "boots on the ground".

PARKING:

Be warned: Stalls not marked as "Visitor" may require a parking permit. Permits are enforced in this area M-F during business hours. Be safe, park in the visitor parking unless you are searching for this cache in the evening or on the weekend. There are many caches on the FHSU campus and many things to see. If you are going to be visiting other attractions on the campus on a weekday during regular business hours, get a free visitor's permit from the University Police. Here is a link to the FHSU-PD with a lot of information!

Congratulations to hartsdale for the FTF!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Zntargvp Xrl Ubyqre

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)