Placed with permission from the Haymarket Police Department
This is a cache courtesy of cub scout pack 1382 Alvey and boy scout troop 1882 Haymarket.
THE CASE OF THE VANISHING CLUE: A HAYMARKET JR DETECTIVE ADVENTURE
Something strange is going on in Haymarket VA
Whispers of a secret treasure have been floating around town - something tiny, tricky, and very well hidden
Some say it's smaller than a jelly bean others call it the invisible prize
Only one thing is certain:
It can only be found by a true junior detective
But don't expect a map or easy directions. Nope. This mission requires brains, courage, and a sharp pair of eyes
Here is what we know so far
The Clues:
1. The treasure is hidden in plain sight- Most people walk right past it every day and never even notice
2. It's just off the main stretch of Haymarket - Near a place where people sit on wooden tables and enjoy the sunshine
3. It's tucked somewhere near the police station and town hall-- Where serious grown up stuff happens, but something playful is hiding nearby
4.You won't find it up high or behind anything- You'll need to look down low, maybe even under something
Black is the color to remember
In the heart of Haymarket, law stands tall,
Near the keepers of order and the town hall.
Where black bars line the edge just right,
A tiny clue is tucked from sight.
No need to dig, no need to pry,
Just use your eyes and passersby.
It clings like a secret, still as a nail,
A magnet’s grip will tell the tale.
Your mission:
You're looking for a tiny treasure container: it's about the size of a thumbnail inside is a mysterious scroll where you write your detective name and prove you cracked the case!
Bring a pen or pencil you'll need a steady hand, sharp eyes, and a clever mind
Rules of the league
be sneaky not loud, we're secret agents after all!
Don't spoil the surprise let other detectives solve it too
Close it up tight and replace it when you're done.Be kind to the treasure
Optional: Snap a photo or draw a picture once you find it and share it with your fellow agents! but no spoilers
Are you ready to join the haymarket junior detective league?
The game is afoot, the treasure is hidden and all that's missing is you
Happy hunting agent and remember, think low and go slow! Watch out for muggles!