so do I rob so do I. i didn't win it from the medallion though. I could use another 10 grand. I did find a frozen northern pike though! I didn't think the medallion was inside!
Green - I totally agree, WAY too soon for it to be found!!
Was just about ready to go out when someone posted it had been found. Now I don't have an excuse to get rid of the kids tonight! Feel so empty! I didn't spend nearly enough time digging - I only did a couple hours last night!
Sianora Robbie...till next year. Alice, Pie, emmy and hannahs mom, medallion,and all the rest of you "diggers" it's been fun. Frustrating but fun. Hope to see some of you at the ReHash bash.
Well I am out. As for you, PIE... I am hardly an arrogant bitch (yeah I said it you pussy). I am more man than you can handle. Maybe next year you'll lose again.
Green--was at newell in the early morning and after lunch--total of 4 or so hours--never got near swings--was concentrating on area in north of park between rail yard and basketball court--many cubic feet of snow dug by this ex-marine--nowhere near any swings! Too obvious, I thought! Small park=open field search. Another personal RULE to throw out. Think Ma will start a second hunt, since this one ended so fast? I'd search the thing for, say, 100 bucks, and an lifetime of papers!
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Well I am out. As for you, PIE... I am hardly an arrogant bitch (yeah I said it you pussy). I am more man than you can handle. Maybe next year you'll lose again.
And yes, it was way too easy. You know, I looked at that swing bench, and something in me fixated on it, but logically, I kept thinking it wouldn't be where down there, had to be farther north.
Within 50 feet this year. We spent most of our time around the first base foul line and between the pavillion. At least I made it out before they found it! Better luck next year.
Why was it so easy this year? 7 clues? Better re-think strategy for next year.
Guide... It was found while we were standing there!!!!
Jakey, at least *you* still weren't in Phalen today... I was! ROFLOL!!! (Beats crying!) I had to check out the "turning machine" - which is where the MTC busses turn around. Get it? "turning machine"? It lined up with the 1/2 basketball "court" and the "pleasant view" - the play ground. But you couldn't see any towers or nuttin'. That's when I knew it wasn't Phalen, so headed to Newell to keep my friends company.
You know... you finally reach a point when you are the ONLY SOUL in the park skulking... A light bulb goes off, "Ahhhh... green? *What* izz wrong with this picture???" LOL!!!
Still totally clueless and in the dark! That's green! :>
Allison - I thought it was a perfectly logical place. It was just a little bit off of a line from Taylor Street. I eyed it last night (this morning) too. Kinda shuffled around it and walked back to the other side. I was still mostly scoping last night.
I was focusing on the SouthWest Regional Area of Newell. Also the 1st base and 3rd base foul lines. Made it to the playground today just in time for the bad news.
E & h ma--good pick--hadn't thought of that. I think it was easier for this reason--false clues last year led to Newell. People had searched park ONE YEAR AGO and knew where it was. When Swede Hollow, was mentioned on this board, people said "where is that"--Newell didn't get as many questions, therefore, people knew where it was.
It was found early because many people were thinking about Newell on clue 4. When I was there on Wednesday there were people digging already and a bunch more scoping out the territory.
The other reason it was found quick (IMHO) is that lots of people are now relying on this board for hints. Next year the PP will have to consider the reach of this site when writing clues.
Starting to cry. I guess that I will have to go drinking on my birthday instead of becoming ten thousand dollars richer. I am a little peeved at the finders though. They can spend the money to buy a paper everyday to have the clippings but they can't spend the33 cents to mail in the registration!
I for one hope they come up with a clue writer next year with a real astute grasp of clue writing cant wait to see the full clues and explainations but i have to agree with allison(who i think is more clever than most of us and the clue writer)who said something early this morning about his either being deviously clever or really lame, based on last years explainations turns out it was LAME LAME LAME. I want it to be possible for even a great great grandma to find it on clue seven because on brains not dumb luck. Probably see ya all next sunday, looking forward to meeting some you.
Wabbit... I *thought that name was familiar! Hi!!! I was looking for Steve today, but didn't see him.
Sleuth, I stopped on the way home from Newell and got a clippy for Goldie (my Gold Algae Eater) and Mr. Pleco-echo-oss-ta-pus. Then got a zucchini, 'cuke, and some spinach. Gonna watch Goldie find the greens.
I was just getting warmed up, pacing. I really wanted a small obscure park. More interesting.
I didnt see anybody. I should come to your meetings and meet you all. I really played it alone this year. I had my labrador out with me though. She is the one who found the green beans.
I was just getting warmed up, pacing. I really wanted a small obscure park. More interesting.
I didnt see anybody. I should come to your meetings and meet you all. I really played it alone this year. I had my labrador out with me though. She is the one who found the green beans.
Hey, am I a big moron for thinking astute referred to a statue? The clue last night made it obvious it was Newell, but due to a dentist appointment, I never even made it out there. In fact, I was just checking the board to see what people were saying before heading out to Newell.
Well I wasn't even close. I thought astute = statue and did'nt think newell until last nights clue.
Where in the park was it?
so do I rob so do I. i didn't win it from the medallion though. I could use another 10 grand. I did find a frozen northern pike though! I didn't think the medallion was inside!
Where in the park was it?
Green - I totally agree, WAY too soon for it to be found!!
Was just about ready to go out when someone posted it had been found. Now I don't have an excuse to get rid of the kids tonight! Feel so empty! I didn't spend nearly enough time digging - I only did a couple hours last night!
I'm back. Heard the news. Oh well. Now what am I going to do tonight?
hello allison
Sianora Robbie...till next year. Alice, Pie, emmy and hannahs mom, medallion,and all the rest of you "diggers" it's been fun. Frustrating but fun. Hope to see some of you at the ReHash bash.
Well I am out. As for you, PIE... I am hardly an arrogant bitch (yeah I said it you pussy). I am more man than you can handle. Maybe next year you'll lose again.
Green--was at newell in the early morning and after lunch--total of 4 or so hours--never got near swings--was concentrating on area in north of park between rail yard and basketball court--many cubic feet of snow dug by this ex-marine--nowhere near any swings! Too obvious, I thought! Small park=open field search. Another personal RULE to throw out. Think Ma will start a second hunt, since this one ended so fast? I'd search the thing for, say, 100 bucks, and an lifetime of papers!
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Well I am out. As for you, PIE... I am hardly an arrogant bitch (yeah I said it you pussy). I am more man than you can handle. Maybe next year you'll lose again.
It was so nice to have a park closer to home than in some years past. It'll be years before it's at Newell again.
The good thing is that we were in the right park. It's always a better feeling than being in the wrong one when it's found. Been there. Done that.
And yes, it was way too easy. You know, I looked at that swing bench, and something in me fixated on it, but logically, I kept thinking it wouldn't be where down there, had to be farther north.
Damn.
Within 50 feet this year. We spent most of our time around the first base foul line and between the pavillion. At least I made it out before they found it! Better luck next year.
Why was it so easy this year? 7 clues? Better re-think strategy for next year.
Party on, dudes.
Guide... It was found while we were standing there!!!!
Jakey, at least *you* still weren't in Phalen today... I was! ROFLOL!!! (Beats crying!) I had to check out the "turning machine" - which is where the MTC busses turn around. Get it? "turning machine"? It lined up with the 1/2 basketball "court" and the "pleasant view" - the play ground. But you couldn't see any towers or nuttin'. That's when I knew it wasn't Phalen, so headed to Newell to keep my friends company.
You know... you finally reach a point when you are the ONLY SOUL in the park skulking... A light bulb goes off, "Ahhhh... green? *What* izz wrong with this picture???" LOL!!!
Still totally clueless and in the dark! That's green! :>
Drinking like a fish tonight...try to forget this hunt....thanks again to everyone...
My favorite finds this year were:
A bag of green beans on Railroad Island: "Were on the right track" (from the sign with the train on it)
Ace hardware ads, and a letter from a lawyer named "cook" in an envelope
Anyway, too soon.
Why do people not register their button if they are out digging?
I truly believe that it was easier this year for a couple of reasons.
One. It's been in that park before and for long time hunters, the clues fit easily.
Two. So many of us were in the right park a year early that we were more familiar with the surroundings.
Allison - I thought it was a perfectly logical place. It was just a little bit off of a line from Taylor Street. I eyed it last night (this morning) too. Kinda shuffled around it and walked back to the other side. I was still mostly scoping last night.
Hmm...I thought I hid it well this year.
Beats me, Wabbit. Ittiz like a requiite. Sheesh!!!
Man, I feel so at odds... WWWWAAAA! Guess I'll sit and look at the fish tank all nite...
SEVEN CLUES!!! I just can't believe it.
I think it was found early because of the red on the box. Its usually white. Red really shows!
I was focusing on the SouthWest Regional Area of Newell. Also the 1st base and 3rd base foul lines. Made it to the playground today just in time for the bad news.
VEGAS BOGUS BIT_ _!!
You're out alright! Out in left field you loser!
Go back to your SLOTS SLUT!!!
Guide, yeah, rite. Uh-huh. Sure.
Green my oscars are even pouting...LOL
Hi, Green, I met you last year about 10 minutes before it was over. I was digging with Steve Doyle.
I didn't see anybody this year, even at Newell. Although, I was only there about 3 hours. I didn't want it to be there.
MedStallion's gonna bee really grumpy when he finishes his broomball game and finds out ittiz been found...
So anyone want to get together tonight anyway? Maybe a bonfire at Newell? Burn away the bad karma
E & h ma--good pick--hadn't thought of that. I think it was easier for this reason--false clues last year led to Newell. People had searched park ONE YEAR AGO and knew where it was. When Swede Hollow, was mentioned on this board, people said "where is that"--Newell didn't get as many questions, therefore, people knew where it was.
It was found early because many people were thinking about Newell on clue 4. When I was there on Wednesday there were people digging already and a bunch more scoping out the territory.
The other reason it was found quick (IMHO) is that lots of people are now relying on this board for hints. Next year the PP will have to consider the reach of this site when writing clues.
Well, the only good thing for me this year was that I was in the right park- unlike last year when I thought it was Newell
Well Allison, I planned to be in Newell anyway........
Starting to cry. I guess that I will have to go drinking on my birthday instead of becoming ten thousand dollars richer. I am a little peeved at the finders though. They can spend the money to buy a paper everyday to have the clippings but they can't spend the33 cents to mail in the registration!
guess i make some room in the basement for the extra guides
I for one hope they come up with a clue writer next year with a real astute grasp of clue writing cant wait to see the full clues and explainations but i have to agree with allison(who i think is more clever than most of us and the clue writer)who said something early this morning about his either being deviously clever or really lame, based on last years explainations turns out it was LAME LAME LAME. I want it to be possible for even a great great grandma to find it on clue seven because on brains not dumb luck. Probably see ya all next sunday, looking forward to meeting some you.
I do remember people talking about the KS95 tower last year in regard to 9,5,4, and that made me think of it when the tower clue came out.
good idea allison i'm in if we get enough people. i'm going to bring the clues to burn for sure!
Wabbit... I *thought that name was familiar! Hi!!! I was looking for Steve today, but didn't see him.
Sleuth, I stopped on the way home from Newell and got a clippy for Goldie (my Gold Algae Eater) and Mr. Pleco-echo-oss-ta-pus. Then got a zucchini, 'cuke, and some spinach. Gonna watch Goldie find the greens.
And a wild nite fur green!
Burning the clues? I like it!
I didn't see Steve Either Green.
I was just getting warmed up, pacing. I really wanted a small obscure park. More interesting.
I didnt see anybody. I should come to your meetings and meet you all. I really played it alone this year. I had my labrador out with me though. She is the one who found the green beans.
Anyone know where we can get some wood for free? Otherwise I can buy some, but not a huge amount.
well its like burning the evidence!
I didn't see Steve Either Green.
I was just getting warmed up, pacing. I really wanted a small obscure park. More interesting.
I didnt see anybody. I should come to your meetings and meet you all. I really played it alone this year. I had my labrador out with me though. She is the one who found the green beans.
when should we plan for? start sending the word!
Newell was always 2 or 1 on MY "A" list!
I just couldn't believe that they'd put it there after last year!
But maybe that's why the lame fools did!!!
Hey, am I a big moron for thinking astute referred to a statue? The clue last night made it obvious it was Newell, but due to a dentist appointment, I never even made it out there. In fact, I was just checking the board to see what people were saying before heading out to Newell.
Anyone else up for it? And what would be a good time?