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Excursion Cache: Cordele Traditional Cache

Hidden : 8/27/2025
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:


🚂 The Sam’s Shortline Adventure Awaits! 🚂

Welcome to the Sam’s Shortline Excursion Train Geocache, a hidden slice of Cordele’s rail history 🌾. Here, the past and present meet along the tracks 🛤️, and every whistle 🎶 tells a story waiting to be discovered.

A Journey Through the Rails
The Sam’s Shortline Excursion Train started as a hardworking freight line 🚛, connecting South Georgia’s towns and industries. Over time, it evolved into an excursion train 🚞, carrying passengers on scenic trips 🌳 while keeping the charm of classic rail travel alive ⏳. Each ride is a reminder of the region’s rich railroad heritage.

Crafted by Future Engineers
In 2017, the students of South GA Technical College 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 created a lasting tribute to this historic line. Armed with welders 🛠️, paint 🎨, and plenty of determination, they left a tangible mark on Cordele’s rail story ✨—a reminder that history isn’t just in books, it’s something you can experience and admire 👀.

A Geocacher’s Guide
To find this cache, you’ll need sharp eyes 👁️, quiet steps 🥷, and a bit of curiosity 🗝️. Think like a detective 🔎, observe carefully, and enjoy uncovering the layers of history that surround you 🚂.

Bonus Task
While posting your log, snap a photo of yourself sitting in the train 🚞📸. Share it with your log to celebrate your adventure and join the legacy of explorers who’ve enjoyed this ride before you!

Final Track Notes
Every rail 🛤️, whistle 🎶, and echo carries a story—from freight days 🚛 to student craftsmanship 👩‍🎨. Follow the clues, and you’ll uncover the hidden tales of Cordele’s railroad past 🌬️.

 

 

Note
This geocache is a TRASHtoCACHE container ♻️—repurposed with love, ready for you to enjoy!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

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(letter above equals below, and vice versa)