ZanyXebraCross Pacific
The cache is not at the posted
coordinates. Solve the following puzzle to learn the true cache location.
ZanyXebraCross is an online crossword puzzle using the
CrossCache utility, authored by computer science professor
lesdubois and written specifically for geocaching puzzles.
The crossword focusses on animals. Here's what you need to know:
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There are 51 questions in the
crossword.
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26 of the answers are very
familiar animals, starting with the letters A-Z (all 26 letters are used).
In many cases, the animal is likely the first one or two you would think of
starting with each letter. The exception is the 'X' animal - look
closely at the cache title to discover that answer!
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The remaining 25 answers are more
unusual animals and some of them are mythical.
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Each clue for the familiar
animals gives you a choice of first letters for that animal. For
example, if the choice is "Starts with B, G or W", the answer might be
"Whale".
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There are no clues for the
unusual animals. But, each one has a hint that will help answer the
question.
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For every two
answers you enter correctly, you will earn a hint which can then be used for
any of the unusual animals.
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The puzzle is geared so you will
earn just enough hints to answer all the questions.
Begin the crossword by using the link below.
When you have correctly answered all the questions, you will be given a solution phrase
and a direct link to automatically pass the phrase to the Checker. Simply
click the link and paste (Ctrl-V) the phrase which will then provide the coordinates of the geocache. You can also click this
Checker link to see how many of your friends have beaten you to the solve!
ZanyXebraCross
No registration is required.
No personal information is required.
I was involved with the utility programming and can ensure its integrity.
The puzzle utility should be fairly intuitive and also includes a Help button.
Be sure to click Help if this is your first
time using this utility! Don't hesitate to contact me for
help if needed!
Enjoy the puzzle!