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Rock, Stock and Barrel Traditional Geocache

Hidden : 9/21/2004
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This has to be one of the coolest rock formations I've ever seen. I would have loved to have this near my house when I was a kid. Apparently the early residents of this area also thought it was neat, as archaeological evidence found nearby shows it was used as a shelter for nearly 3,000 years. The cache is in a decon box which is slightly larger than a pack of cigarettes, so don't bring anything large to exchange.

In 1973 prominent archaeologist, Edward Lenik found Indian petroglyphs (carvings) on this rock formation. They are estimated to be between several hundred and a thousand years old.

The carvings are reportedly on the south face. One is reportedly of a 4 legged animal, possibly a mountain lion. It is said to be 10 inches long. Another, larger drawing is said to be a circle with an L shape in the center and an X below it, thought to represent a head and body. There are also carvings of more recent vintage, including one by some bozo with the initials MM.

I say "reportedly" and "said to be", because I've visited this place several times over the past 10 years and really can't make anything out. I THINK I might see something, but I'm not sure if its there, or its my imagination. Whether you can see the petroglyphs or not, this is a truly interesting rock formation and the kids will love it.

This is a difficulty three cache which, by definition, can take some time to find. Multiple trips could be necessary.

Please re-hide the cache well, because judging from the toys laying around and ropes hanging from trees, this rock formation is used by local kids as a playground.

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Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Haqre fznyy bireunat, qbja ybj. Lbh'yy arrq gb ernpu haqrearngu. AJ fvqr bs ebpx fgehpgher. Nobhg 10 srrg sebz n fncyvat.

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)