What is West Virginia best known for?
We are a coal mining state.
Working in a coal mine comes with a number of challenges. Cave-ins, methane gas, fires and flooding are at the top of the list. Fortinately for you, you will not have to deal with any of these to claim a find on this cache. However, one of the three is involved in the process.
Stage 1:
The posted coordinates will lead you to a white gas line marker. On that pole you will find an emergency call number for the gas company that services the line. Use the numbers in their phone number and the directions below to come up with the final stage location.
N39 38.ABC W 80 02.DEF
A is the ten number minus the eigth number
B is the fourth number minus the first number
C is the sixth divided by 2
D is the fifth number plus the eigth
E is the first number minus the tenth number
F is the eigth number plus the ninth number
West Virginia's worst day:
The Monongah Mine Disaster in West Virginia in 1907, killing 362 miners, is considered the worst mine disaster in American history.