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Freedom's Launch Pad! Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

Candy Apple Green: Its tough to archive a 9 year old cache that was placed very shortly after Geocaching began. But the park has undergone remarkable changes and the newly added landscaping wont do well with foot traffic, so its time to let this one slip away.

But on the positive side of things...10 years ago, when there were only a small handful of us in the beginning, we looked out for each other and worked together. So it is with great happiness that this location will continue to draw geocachers with the assistance of a long time friend. Thanks Ian.

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Hidden : 11/8/2003
Difficulty:
1 out of 5
Terrain:
3 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Freedom Park, Prescott Wisconsin 54021.

This is a 3 cup peanut butter jar, that is cammo appropriate, with goodies to trade and awsome views to share.

This is a very small, but incredible park with gorgeous panoramic views.
The history behind this park is amazing. This was the site that a Bald Eagle named "Freedom," was released after he was rehabilitated back to health, by the U of M Raptor Center.

Before his release, "Freedom" also took part in the 1981 ceremonies in Washington D.C. following the release of the American hostiges held in Iran.

The University of Minnesota continues to give our raptors a helping hand when needed, and "launches" them from this park on a frequent basis.

Bald Eagles are seen here throughout the entire year, but are most predominant in the early spring to late fall. The spring is the best time for viewing, as the ice out brings them from the warmer climes to seek nesting, and food opportunities.

About two miles downstream, an 8' diameter nest is visible 45' up inside a very large cottonwood tree. This site has been the nursery for about two eaglets a year for many years now.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Abg gbb sne qbja gur uvyy.....

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)