During this time of year everyone knows the hunt is going on. It'a all part of the winter carnival fun. The city has just as much to gain as anyone during this two weeks. I think it's one of those unwritten rules. They ignore posted closing times until the hunt is over.
Well you just heard your first one then. Park security told us to leave in 2000. I understand it is secretive, but I think there is a warning put out to park authorities.
I think it's more a matter of following the clues and the crowd. Everyone knows where we think it is. So they aren't going to worry about that. Someone in say.... Harriet or Marydale has no real reason to be there. So I'm sure they would be told to leave.
Has anyone heard of anyone actually going on to Pike island for the hunt? I drove down there last night and was the only car. Couldn't see the bridge to cross over to Pike from my car.
I also believe todays clue points to Pikes Island, but I don't think it means it is there, just something about where it might be in Crosby. Has it ever been in Minneapolis? Pikes Island is part of Fort Snelling, which is a park in Mpls.
Shoot! I remember seeing that too -- is that downtown by the rink, Otis? That sounded like a lot of fun!
My oldest is down for the count today though....she started feeling achy and was whiny yesterday...this morning she's got a fever. So any hunting I do get to do, will be solo....not bugging the grandparents any more for awhile.
*yawns* it's tooooooo early!!! LOL Otis.. howja feelin this am? Got a headache or anything? I know as Mark and I left this am I saw one of the sherriffs on 4 wheelers come riding over with his emergency lights going... wasn't sure if it was because someone found the puck or not. We were gonna go out and check it out but decided not to.
How far of a walk is it to said grove? I have tendonitis in my arms, and if I am carrying a shovel for, say, 30 minutes to get to the diggin' place, then maybe it's not worth it for me to hunt this year. But if it's only a 5 or 10 minute walk, then I'll still have the ability to dig for a while. Thanks!
"Eagle Eye was the name of a Dakota who lived more than a century ago. He was the only son of a noted war Prophet. At the early age of twenty, he had distinguished himself on the field of blood and carnage, and was admitted to a conspicuous place in the ceremony around the painted board, where the Dakota warrior is permitted boastfully to narrate his military exploits. On these occasions, four quills of the War Eagle, crested his proud brow, while in the midst of the wild war yell of a hundred savage voices he related in the hearing of astonished spectators the exciting circumstances of those daring acts by which he won them.
"When wending the war path, Eagle-Eye carried a heart of stone that could meet any danger, or death. . . . Success in war though it gratified his savage nature did not render it happy; but he ever felt an anxious longing—a painful emptiness which at times beclouded all his joys. At length, the strong, struggling affections of his lonely heart, fixed upon the orphan daughter of a distinguished Mdewakantonwan brave, whose name was Scarlet-Dove. She was young and fair, and reciprocated his love; and they were joined in wedlock according to the most honorable custom of the Dakotas. Scarlet-Dove filled the void of Eagle-Eye's soul, and she coveted no other dwelling place. . . .
"A few short moons after the celebration of their nuptials Eagle-Eye and Scarlet-Dove, with their people, dropped down the Mississippi to Lake Pepin, in their canoes, and then proceeded by land to their hunting grounds east of the river.
"It chanced one day, as Eagle-Eye was stealing to an unsuspecting deer, under cover of the thick foliage of the under-brush an arrow pierced his heart. He only pronounced the name ‘Scarlet Dove,’ and expired. The cruel arrow had been driven by the twanging bow-string of the comrade of Eagle-Eye, who, unconscious of the presence of his friend, had approached from the opposite direction.
"We shall leave to the gentle reader to imagine what were the emotions of Scarlet-Dove when the sad tidings reached her. We may not attempt to speak such grief as her’s was; her own actsbest express those big emotions, which well nigh burst her tender bosom.—After a few days nights of fruitless wailing and self-torture, despair settled down upon her and drove her murderous talons deep into her wounded heart; and in silent agony, which only the youthful widow can appreciate, she nicely wrapped the cold remains of Eagle-Eye in the ornamented skins of animals which he had brought back from the chase, and placing them upon a temporary scaffold, erected for the purpose, sat down under them. She still followed the moving party, carrying on her back the dead body of Eagle-Eye—all that was dear to her this side of the spirit-land.
"At every encampment she laid the body up in the manner already mentioned, and set down to watch it and mourn. When she had reached the Minnesota river, a distance of more then a hundred miles, Scarlet-Dove brought forks and poles from the woods and erected a permanent scaffold, on that beautiful hill opposite the site of Fort Snelling in the rear of the little town of Mendota, which is known by the name of Pilot Knob. Having adjusted the remains of the unfortunate object of her love upon this elevation, with the strap by which she had carried her precious burden, Scarlet-Dove hung herself to the scaffold and died. Her highest hope was to meet the beloved spirit of her Eagle-Eye in the world of spirits."
Scarlet-Dove brought forks and poles from the woods and erected a permanent scaffold, on that beautiful hill opposite the site of Fort Snelling in the rear of the little town of Mendota, which is known by the name of Pilot Knob.
Indeed Pike Island is in Ramsey. BUT! It is not PUBLIC land. It is owned by the State, therefore, not a legit hunting area. I believe it's at Crosby. I have spent the last 4 days there in deep contemplation. I do not believe this last clue is simply telling us the park again. They gave us the park 2 clues ago. There it something in this clue that is somehow taling us closer to the area within Crosby the medallion is hidden after you find the shelter, then go thru the woods, to a clearing that would be conducive to wildflower/prairie grass growth. heh- I'm still working on this.
I know I haven't been posting much, but I've been busy with schoolwork. However, a buddy and me are going out to Crosby later today. I'll have my big green coat and CC button, if any of you run into me. I'm expecting half the city of St. Paul out there.
There is also a member of the CC who was in Frontier Hall here at the U the other night. I was going on rounds Thusday night and you were chatting on the phone down by the laundry room. If you could identify yourself, by post or PM, I'd like to know.
I think the Pike Island references that have been lighting up the PP board are bull. Pike Island may be a reference point to where in Crosby the thing is, but definetly not where it is. They aren't going to put it in Fort Snelling State Park.
if the puck is naked, any thoughts on the mit/singlular glove reference? Only time when a glove is used on one hand...I guess it could be a proctor doctor's glove (1 hand/glove). For many years frustrated hunters have been telling the clue writer to put it there.
Have read this forum for many years, but first time actually posting something here. First part of CLue 8 could be referring to Springfield St. running above Crosby. Rick Springfield's Best Platinum & Gold album featured his hits (Jessie's Girl, etc.) His claim to fame lasted just about 1 year with this gold album/song.
By the way.. if anyone finds the bottom to a coleman lantern, (the part that helps the latern stand up).... I lost one last night.
Back behind the pavilion to the right of the trail.
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 08:09am.]
have been hunting for a long time...i have never heard of someone being told to leave...u would be surprised how secretive this location is!
During this time of year everyone knows the hunt is going on. It'a all part of the winter carnival fun. The city has just as much to gain as anyone during this two weeks. I think it's one of those unwritten rules. They ignore posted closing times until the hunt is over.
Well you just heard your first one then. Park security told us to leave in 2000. I understand it is secretive, but I think there is a warning put out to park authorities.
I think it's more a matter of following the clues and the crowd. Everyone knows where we think it is. So they aren't going to worry about that. Someone in say.... Harriet or Marydale has no real reason to be there. So I'm sure they would be told to leave.
Good morning anyone who isn't in a park! I was up 'til after 3:00 last night so slept in. Some of my kids are going out this morning.Â
Has anyone heard of anyone actually going on to Pike island for the hunt? I drove down there last night and was the only car. Couldn't see the bridge to cross over to Pike from my car.
I'm gonna check out Pike Island today.
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 08:38am.]
I've read all those signs, and that doesn't sound familiar at all.
The family and I are going to eat some lunch and then head downtown for a bit. Noon to 3 they have Vulcan Fire truck rides.
Wiil someone please tell Neck you dont get points for digging in the wrong park
I also believe todays clue points to Pikes Island, but I don't think it means it is there, just something about where it might be in Crosby. Has it ever been in Minneapolis? Pikes Island is part of Fort Snelling, which is a park in Mpls.
Good morning. ...Part II
Is it at Crosby? Am I at Crosby? Are we there yet?
Wath thith another thong clue?
Minneapolis is Hennepin County, I think, isn't it? I agree that they're just using it Pike Island as a checkpoint, not necessarily hiding it there...
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Shoot! I remember seeing that too -- is that downtown by the rink, Otis? That sounded like a lot of fun!
My oldest is down for the count today though....she started feeling achy and was whiny yesterday...this morning she's got a fever. So any hunting I do get to do, will be solo....not bugging the grandparents any more for awhile.
Vulcan Fire Truck Rides, Seventh Street and Kellogg Boulevard, noon-3 p.m., free.
Tell Jake thanks for the Pizza last night. That was pretty good.
*yawns* it's tooooooo early!!! LOL Otis.. howja feelin this am? Got a headache or anything? I know as Mark and I left this am I saw one of the sherriffs on 4 wheelers come riding over with his emergency lights going... wasn't sure if it was because someone found the puck or not. We were gonna go out and check it out but decided not to.
How far of a walk is it to said grove? I have tendonitis in my arms, and if I am carrying a shovel for, say, 30 minutes to get to the diggin' place, then maybe it's not worth it for me to hunt this year. But if it's only a 5 or 10 minute walk, then I'll still have the ability to dig for a while. Thanks!
Pike island is in Ramsey county. That is all that matters.
"Narrative of Eagle-Eye and Scarlet-Dove.
"Eagle Eye was the name of a Dakota who lived more than a century ago. He was the only son of a noted war Prophet. At the early age of twenty, he had distinguished himself on the field of blood and carnage, and was admitted to a conspicuous place in the ceremony around the painted board, where the Dakota warrior is permitted boastfully to narrate his military exploits. On these occasions, four quills of the War Eagle, crested his proud brow, while in the midst of the wild war yell of a hundred savage voices he related in the hearing of astonished spectators the exciting circumstances of those daring acts by which he won them.
"When wending the war path, Eagle-Eye carried a heart of stone that could meet any danger, or death. . . . Success in war though it gratified his savage nature did not render it happy; but he ever felt an anxious longing—a painful emptiness which at times beclouded all his joys. At length, the strong, struggling affections of his lonely heart, fixed upon the orphan daughter of a distinguished Mdewakantonwan brave, whose name was Scarlet-Dove. She was young and fair, and reciprocated his love; and they were joined in wedlock according to the most honorable custom of the Dakotas. Scarlet-Dove filled the void of Eagle-Eye's soul, and she coveted no other dwelling place. . . .
"A few short moons after the celebration of their nuptials Eagle-Eye and Scarlet-Dove, with their people, dropped down the Mississippi to Lake Pepin, in their canoes, and then proceeded by land to their hunting grounds east of the river.
"It chanced one day, as Eagle-Eye was stealing to an unsuspecting deer, under cover of the thick foliage of the under-brush an arrow pierced his heart. He only pronounced the name ‘Scarlet Dove,’ and expired. The cruel arrow had been driven by the twanging bow-string of the comrade of Eagle-Eye, who, unconscious of the presence of his friend, had approached from the opposite direction.
"We shall leave to the gentle reader to imagine what were the emotions of Scarlet-Dove when the sad tidings reached her. We may not attempt to speak such grief as her’s was; her own actsbest express those big emotions, which well nigh burst her tender bosom.—After a few days nights of fruitless wailing and self-torture, despair settled down upon her and drove her murderous talons deep into her wounded heart; and in silent agony, which only the youthful widow can appreciate, she nicely wrapped the cold remains of Eagle-Eye in the ornamented skins of animals which he had brought back from the chase, and placing them upon a temporary scaffold, erected for the purpose, sat down under them. She still followed the moving party, carrying on her back the dead body of Eagle-Eye—all that was dear to her this side of the spirit-land.
"At every encampment she laid the body up in the manner already mentioned, and set down to watch it and mourn. When she had reached the Minnesota river, a distance of more then a hundred miles, Scarlet-Dove brought forks and poles from the woods and erected a permanent scaffold, on that beautiful hill opposite the site of Fort Snelling in the rear of the little town of Mendota, which is known by the name of Pilot Knob. Having adjusted the remains of the unfortunate object of her love upon this elevation, with the strap by which she had carried her precious burden, Scarlet-Dove hung herself to the scaffold and died. Her highest hope was to meet the beloved spirit of her Eagle-Eye in the world of spirits."
where the eagle flies with the dove!
12 hours yet before another clue. UGH!
lol holy sheet Slim... thas a lot of reading :P
Scarlet-Dove brought forks and poles from the woods and erected a permanent scaffold, on that beautiful hill opposite the site of Fort Snelling in the rear of the little town of Mendota, which is known by the name of Pilot Knob.
Can you see this hill from anywhere in crosby?
hehe she likes to play with the pilot's knob?
Indeed Pike Island is in Ramsey. BUT! It is not PUBLIC land. It is owned by the State, therefore, not a legit hunting area.
I believe it's at Crosby. I have spent the last 4 days there in deep contemplation. I do not believe this last clue is simply telling us the park again. They gave us the park 2 clues ago. There it something in this clue that is somehow taling us closer to the area within Crosby the medallion is hidden after you find the shelter, then go thru the woods, to a clearing that would be conducive to wildflower/prairie grass growth. heh- I'm still working on this.
Information JOE!
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 09:18am.]
MM- You perv.
Nice juicy Joe!
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 09:18am.]
Yes... yes I am :D You're just now figuring that one out? LOL hey what time are you going down to the park?
what is a grove that once did hide us?
Perhaps now bare trees?
What?? You mean I'm not at the park now? I feel like I'm there....*twitch...drool...twitch*
Pervy JOE!
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 09:20am.]
You got it snow!
Only which 'grove'?
another JOE.
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 09:28am.]
lol I know that feeling... .no wait... that's hunger pangs.... gotta think about what to do for lunch...
*70 JOE :D
*** keeps ppl from knockin ya off the internet if U have call waiting and suck like me and have dial up :D***
[Edited by on Jan 30, 2005 at 09:23am.]
that's what i thought too, snow...
is there one with a branch and some lichen?
Joking. what about "this land is my land"?
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My name is qwerty and I just what to know who is on. If any one is on at all!!! Well actualy, I want to know one more thing where is the puck!
allrighty then...
that's just Crosby's way of sayin... this is my land since I got kicked off of my home land
Hey everyone-
I know I haven't been posting much, but I've been busy with schoolwork. However, a buddy and me are going out to Crosby later today. I'll have my big green coat and CC button, if any of you run into me. I'm expecting half the city of St. Paul out there.
There is also a member of the CC who was in Frontier Hall here at the U the other night. I was going on rounds Thusday night and you were chatting on the phone down by the laundry room. If you could identify yourself, by post or PM, I'd like to know.
I think the Pike Island references that have been lighting up the PP board are bull. Pike Island may be a reference point to where in Crosby the thing is, but definetly not where it is. They aren't going to put it in Fort Snelling State Park.
Best of luck to all!
Hey, hi Digger!
Hi QM how are the grand kids?
if the puck is naked, any thoughts on the mit/singlular glove reference? Only time when a glove is used on one hand...I guess it could be a proctor doctor's glove (1 hand/glove). For many years frustrated hunters have been telling the clue writer to put it there.
lol snow. Like where the sun ain't shinin'?
Frog pond again?
Have read this forum for many years, but first time actually posting something here. First part of CLue 8 could be referring to Springfield St. running above Crosby. Rick Springfield's Best Platinum & Gold album featured his hits (Jessie's Girl, etc.) His claim to fame lasted just about 1 year with this gold album/song.
Pagination