Just down the street from New England’s largest apple, geocachers are gathering at The Gate Escape in Leominster for a night of puzzle-solving and teamwork. But don’t be fooled by the name—this event isn’t about New York. “Escape from The Big Apple” is a playful nod to the enormous apple sculpture nearby, and the mental challenge that awaits you inside.
Hosted inside the creative atmosphere of The Gate Escape, this event invites geocachers to take on a series of collaborative puzzles, designed specifically for this gathering. These challenges aren’t full escape rooms, but rather compact, clever scenarios built to engage teams of all experience levels. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzle solver or just in it for the fun, this is a great opportunity to challenge your brain and enjoy the company of fellow geocachers.
Bring your wits, bring your curiosity, and get ready to escape—not from a city, but from a series of devious riddles and logic puzzles just waiting to be cracked. You’ll have the chance to meet new people, share some laughs, and maybe even walk away a little sharper for your next puzzle cache.
Appleseed Events
The BarterDash Rally Puzzle Game
Each event you attend leading up to the Johnny Appleseed GeoFest earns you another game card for The BarterDash — the ultimate geocaching rally puzzle game! Some events will also feature bonus challenges where you can earn extra cards! Plus, if you haven’t joined the fun yet, you can create a brand-new BarterDash team at any event leading up to the big Johnny Appleseed celebration. The more events you attend, the more cards you'll earn for your hand to turn in on Saturday at 1 PM. Look for the BarterDash sign at each event.