About SideTracked
This cache belongs to the SideTracked series. It is not designed to take you to a magical place with a breath taking view. It's a distraction for the weary traveller, but anyone else can go and find it too. More Information can be found at the SideTracked Website
About Glenthompson Station
Glenthompson Railway Station, opened in October 1877 on the Ararat-Hamilton line, was pivotal to the town's growth, replacing horse-drawn transport for local farming produce.
The station was built as part of the Dunkeld to Hamilton extension, which was completed in 1877, the station buildings are considered significant examples of 1870s Victorian regional railway infrastructure. The station was crucial for transporting agricultural goods and facilitated the growth of industries like the local brickworks established in 1901. Passenger services ceased in 1981, and the line was converted to standard gauge in 1995. The buildings now house the Glenthompson Historical Centre showcasing local history and machinery.
The Cache
At the posted co-ordinates you are looking at an information sign.
A = number of words in the first line of text minus 1
B = number of types of produce transported plus 2
C = number of digits in the text
Go to the platform S 37 38.385 E 142 32.745. Here you will see a set of scales. Look at the text on the plate.
D = number of letters in the capital mentioned plus 1
E = letter value of the first letter on the last line + 1
F = number of letters in the word in the last line minus the number of letters in the word in the second last line plus 1
GZ: S 37 38.ABC E 142 32.DEF ...checksum ABC=11 DEF=15
You are looking for a silver bison, please bring a pen.