Join Sasquatch and begin the IssaQuest Sustainability GeoTour with this Virtual Cache! It was created in partnership with Geocaching HQ to highlight Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King, a public art exhibit presented by Scan Design Foundation. The exhibit features six trolls designed by Danish recycling artist Thomas Dambo with support from his team of master builders and many volunteers.
The publicly-accessible sculptures are located around the Pacific Northwest where each whimsical troll sculpture is part of an underlying environmental story. The project celebrates the human experience of art by amplifying the connections of cultural heritage between Coast Salish tribal communities and Scandinavian traditions.
Known internationally for large-scale public art installations made from recycled materials, Dambo’s vision is to create art that inspires people to get outside to explore, have adventures, and protect our natural spaces. He also hopes visitors to his sculptures will leave with an appreciation for how trash can be turned into treasure.
This Virtual Cache will bring you to the city of Issaquah where you’ll find Jakob Two Trees! Sasquatch loves visiting their friend, Jakob, and strolling along the Rainier Trail to talk with the birds, coyotes and bobcats. Look closely at Jakob to discover the woven cedar adornments created by the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe. Jakob wears a necklace of birdhouses over his fur, inviting forest creatures to come spend an afternoon with him. After visiting Jakob, visitors can follow the Rainier Trail in either direction - it is a multiple use trail that is approximately 2.5 miles long and follows the former railroad corridor through historic Olde Town Issaquah
Please help us protect Jakob’s habitat by visiting during daylight hours, adhering to posted signage and staying on marked trails.
Logging Requirements
In order to claim this Virtual Cache, please include a photo of yourself with Jakob Two Trees in your log. Photos featuring friends and family, pets, or a personal item will also be accepted.
Logs that do not fulfill the above requirement may be deleted.
About the Northwest Trolls
Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King is a public art exhibit presented by Scan Design Foundation, whose mission is to support Danish-American relations with a focus on environmental sustainability. Thanks to funding partners and host site partners, there is no admission fee to visit any of the trolls.
Learn more about Issaquah’s Troll or about the Adventures at the Northwest Trolls on the Geocaching blog.
NOTE: This exhibit launched in summer 2023. By virtue of the recycled materials, the Northwest Trolls are intended to be temporary installations for the public to enjoy for several years. Each site partner has committed to hosting the sculptures for a minimum of three years. This virtual will remain active as long as Jakob is available to visit in Issaquah.
This Virtual Reward Cache was created in collaboration with HQ’s Business Development team.