HQGT: Recycled & Reclaimed Letterbox Hybrid

About This Location

Recycling in Seattle goes beyond just throwing items into bins, it can also take shape in the form of art. In fact, the Fremont neighborhood offers a couple of interesting examples where creativity meets sustainability.

"The Medalist" is an 11-foot-tall statue made from donated race finisher medals. Each medal symbolizes a personal victory for the runner who donated it. Installed in 2014, the statue integrates sustainable art and celebrates the dedication and spirit of the running community.

A bit further down the trail from "The Medalist," you'll find another sculpture made from recycled material. "Reclaimed" is a public art installation by artist Jean Shin, prominently displayed at the entrance plaza of Seattle's North Transfer Station. Installed in 2016, the sculpture comprises three large orange structures, each crafted from approximately 10,000 linear feet of salvaged rebar sourced from the demolition of the original transfer station. The artwork is designed to artistically reconstruct the site's pre-1966 topography.

Just past "Reclaimed" is another eco-friendly endeavor from the City of Seattle to give back and promote renewal and sustainability, Princess Angeline Park. The park is named after the oldest daughter of Chief Seattle. A notable figure in Seattle's early history, she was known for her resilience and connection to the city's native heritage. The park's location gives visitors plenty of outdoor activity options and serves as a place for people to come together.

Geocache Information

The posted coordinates will take you to the "The Medalist" statue. However, the cache is NOT located there. To find the final location, follow these clues... From "The Medalist" statue, proceed east, about 550 feet, until you come to the "Reclaimed" sculpture. From there, continue east, about 250 feet, until you reach the entrance for Princess Angeline Park. From the entrance, head north until you come to a fork in the path. Take the left fork. As you continue down the path, you will see several large cement blocks on the right side. At the 5th block, turn 90 degrees to your left and proceed to the largest tree near the building. The cache can be found there. You're looking for a cleverly-hidden lock and lock container. Fun fact: the container setup used for this cache was recycled from a cache on the previous HQ GeoTour!

To get the code word for the passport, find the sign at the nearby piece of exercise equipment. There are two green words at the bottom. Use the first word.

Please note: the letterbox stamp remains with the cache - please DO NOT remove. You also need your own ink pad if you wish to stamp a notebook of your own.

Remember to record the code word from this cache in your GeoTour Passport!

About the HQ GeoTour 2.0

Welcome to Fremont, the bustling neighborhood of Seattle that Geocaching HQ proudly calls home. Fremont has been crowned the Center of the Known Universe, and we like to think of it as a hub in the geocaching universe as well!

There is something curious about Fremont. If you’re here long enough, you might start to feel an unusual gravitational pull. Like an urge to return time and again, as if you’re caught in a cosmic loop. It’s a phenomenon described by Fremont Scientists, who, after some “research” at a local pub in 1991, declared that the intersection of N Fremont Ave and 35th St N was the true Center of the Universe. Their findings, while a bit wobbly, were backed up by the claim that it couldn’t be proven or disproven. These scientists convinced the Metropolitan King County Council to officially proclaim Fremont the Center of the Known Universe.

So, get ready for an adventure through Fremont with the HQ GeoTour. This neighborhood is full of unique spots and hidden gems. From eclectic art installations to local treasures, each cache location tells a story of this unforgettable area. Join us as we explore what makes Fremont a playground for geocachers and cosmic adventurers alike!

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