This is a 3-stage multicache in the TSP (aka Tick Springs Park). It’s D/T rating reflects the significant hike (last 500-feet heavy bushwacking) and the tree climbing challenge at the final stage. Note, since this is TICK Springs park recommend bug spray unless there is snow on the ground.
Stage 1 is a virtual stage. At the posted coordinates you will find a yellow, metal sign with black numbers arranged vertically. You will use these numbers to calculate the coordinates for the final (stage 3).
The Top number is A; the second number down is B; the third number down is C; the fourth number down is D; the fifth number down is E and the bottom number is F.
Stage 2 is a virtual stage at N39 1S.TUV W094 4W.XYZ. Solve the following eight equations to find stage 2.
S = D - A - C
T = D + E
U = E + F
V = D - (A + C + 1)
W = (B - D) + F
X = F - A
Y = A + C + F
Z = D - F - C - A
At Stage 2 you will find an abandoned vehicle and on the bonnet of that vehicle are raised metal Letters providing the make of that vehicle. You will use these letters to calculate the grid coordinates for Stage 3.
To calculate Stage 3 grids convert the Letters spelling out the Make of the Vehicle to Numbers. This is done by assigning the Number 1 to the Letter A, and Number 2 to the Letter B, and so on thru Number 26 to the Letter Z.
Stage 3 is a virtual stage at N39 1H.IJK W094 4L.MNO. Solve the following eight equations to find stage 3.
H = Third Letter
I = Fifth Letter minus Third Letter
J = Second Letter minus Ninth Letter
K = Seventh Letter
L = (First Letter minus Fifth Letter) plus Seventh Letter
M = Fifth Letter minus Ninth Letter
N = Eighth Letter minus Seventh Letter
O = Seventh Letter plus Tenth Letter