The cache is NOT at the posted coordinates, but the original coordinates are a good parking location to use when searching for this cache.
In order to determine the final coordinates for this cache, you will need to complete the 5 stages of the "Explore Indian Creek Nature Center" Adventure Lab. It will guide you on an outdoor walking tour of Indian Creek Nature Center with 5 educational stops that can be visited in less than an hour. The grounds are open daily from 5am to 10pm.
To solve the puzzle, take the first letter of each correct answer and rearrange the letters to form a 5 letter word of an item you can find in the area. Enter the word into the geochecker provided to obtain the final coordinates for the bonus cache. After completing the Adventure Lab, you can review the answers by viewing the journal entries in the Adventure Lab app.
You are welcome to explore the area beyond the tour. The main building is called Amazing Space, and it is one of the most environmentally sustainable buildings in the country. Admission is free and open to the public, with hours varying seasonally. Amazing Space includes a unique Exhibit Hall, Creekside Shop, Bird Room, and more.
Visitors can also explore the extensive trail system or watch for wildlife in the nearby natural prairie, woodlands, and wetlands. Other outdoor activities include playing in the Hazelnut Hideaway outdoor play area, enjoying a picnic on the patio, or visiting the monarch hoop house which is open in the summer and fall.
You can validate your puzzle solution with certitude.