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TRANSLTR Mystery Cache

This cache has been archived.

BluEyz and Bugsy: Although we are very fond of this cache, it requires a lot of time and effort to solve the ciphers. Since no one has found the cache in over a year and a half, we have decided it is time to archive it.

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Hidden : 9/25/2004
Difficulty:
4 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

This can be an indoor/outdoor adventure. To get to the final cache you will have to do a bit of digital and visual research. Find the information, crack the codes, and you will be off on a stroll on a scenic trail. Find stage #1 and get the coordinates for the final cache from our favorite felines. Don't know how to start? Try an Internet search on TRANSLTR and check out pages 1 -25. Still stuck? Email us.


 

Dear Geocachers,

We liked the cache, Still On Patrol, so much that we thought we would try something similar (but much easier). We have used different types of ciphers and also a different type of research. We hope you enjoy the experience. There are places where you can shortcut the adventure or you can take the time to learn all about TRANSLTR. You will uncover the key to the first two ciphers rather quickly. The research will take you far longer than the relatively short walk to the final cache. This may be a good cache to start on a rainy day. As you embark on your task, remember what the Bergofsky Principle says!

Without wax,

BluEyz and Bugsy

 

CIPHER #1

CIPHER #2

CIPHER #3

CIPHER #4

The satellite reception in this area can be difficult. We suggest that you bring the hint with you if you do not want to decode it in advance. As always, if you need encouragement or hints, contact us through our profile. If you want to check that you are heading to the right place, feel free to email us before you go. Please help us to keep this cache challenging by not giving away any part of it in your log entries. Thanks!

Note: The coordinates listed above belong to an archived cache of ours. They are for reference only. The actual TRANSLTR Cache is located within an 8 mile radius of the old cache. That puts it in an area roughly bordered by Waltham, Norwood, Milton and Natick.

This area is open in the winter but the cache will be difficult to find after a heavy snowfall.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Va gur Fg. Znegva'f Cncreonpx rqvgvba, tb gb cntr 17 gb trg fgnegrq. Gur svany vf jvguva 12 srrg bs GENAFYGE ebpx.

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)