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Gratuitous Puzzle for Fire Season Mystery Cache

Hidden : 8/25/2025
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:


The cache is NOT located at the posted coordinates. 

This hide was placed during a time when the Government of Nova Scotia prohibited travel in the woods. This closure was deemed necessary to prevent accidental fires from being started, or rescues necessary, during a period of drought in the province. 

To find the finals, solve this simple puzzle:

Canada's first fire service was formed in Halifax, NS. In what year was the service formed? The answer is ABCD. 

The final is located at :

N 44° 42.C2A W 63° 51.D9A 

Happy caching!

Congrats to Bush Babies for the FTF and claiming the Tim's e-gift card!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Jr fgnaq ___ sbe gurr!

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)