This is the fortieth cache in our "Coniferous" series. The cache is NOT hidden at the posted coordinates. Solve the following puzzle to determine where the cache is hidden.
We recently returned from our second mission trip to Ecuador. We love visiting Ecuador; the people are friendly and the landscapes are beautiful. This puzzle will help you learn a little bit more about the country of Ecuador. For solving the puzzle, assume N 38 58.ABC W 104 46.DEF.
Quito, the capital city of Ecuador, is the highest capital in elevation in the world.
If true, A=1
If false, A=0
The horizontal stripes on the Ecuadorian flag are:
If green, yellow, and blue, B=3
If yellow, blue, and red, B=2
If blue, white, and red, B=1
The official currency of Ecuador is:
If cruzeiro, C=4
If peso, C=6
If dollar, C=8
Ecuador has four distinct geographic regions. They are:
If coastal plain, Andean highlands, Amazon rainforest, and Galapagos Islands, D=5
If coastal plain, Guayaquil basin, Quito highlands, and Amazon rainforest, D=3
If Pacific coastline, Quilotoa loop, Cotopaxi volcano range, and Amazon rainforest, D=0
The three major agricultural exports of Ecuador are:
If bananas, passion fruit, and coffee, E=3
If bananas, cut flowers, and cocoa, E=4
If mangos, cocoa, and coffee, E=5
In Ecuador, the seafood dish ceviche is often served with:
If tortillas, F=0
If plantains, F=3
If popcorn, F=6
CONGRATULATIONS TO K TRACKERS FOR BRAVING THE UNUSUAL COLORADO RAIN FOR FTF!!