HQGT: Jurassic Plant Traditional Cache

About This Location

In 1998, a slice of prehistoric whimsy found its way to Fremont from Seattle's Pacific Science Center for a mere dollar (plus moving costs)! Local Josh Logan spearheaded this effort, bringing together community activists and stakeholders who gathered resources and donations to bring these magnificent creatures to their new home.

The dinosaur topiary showcases a mother and baby Apatosaurus (AKA Brontosaurus), depicted in a scene of foraging along the canal during the Jurassic period. Their true-to-scale size invites visitors to imagine a time when these gentle giants roamed the earth.

Maintaining this installation is a labor of love, with volunteers from Seattle’s Fremont chapter of Rotary International stepping in to ensure that the topiary thrives. This collaboration is a testament to Fremont's spirit of community and creativity, making the Dinosaur Topiary a cherished local landmark.

Geocache Information

This cache will take you to an informational sign near the dinosaurs. You're looking for a lock box. To get the code for the box, use the sign to fill in the blank: "Some were the size of chickens and others were as long as _____ jets." This word will also be the code word for the passport. Please note: you may need to push the "C" button at the bottom to reset the buttons. To close the lock box, you need to enter the code word again.

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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