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2013 - Cherokee Heights Park

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Terry

In an aside, I had posed a question for WCCOs good question and got a reply today.

With the light rail heavy construction completed, most of the stop lights have been replaced. When stopped at the light, I kept hearing a ticking noise - like ticking down seconds. I figured there was a reason, but didn't know what so I asked.

Turns out they are for people with limited or no vision.

http://www.abledata.com/abledata.cfm?pageid=19327&top=10251&ksectionid=0&productid=75755&trail=0&discontinued=0
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 6:25 PM Permalink
Inasuitcase

I've never been this excited or, at least, in a long, LONG time! I am home but more because of my dad. He's been out hunting with me all day today and it's taken its toll. He feels it, too, though, and doesn't want me to go back out without him. Pretty funny, since I had to beg and plead with him to go with me today. He finally left at my mom's urging. She's battling cancer and wanted some peace and quiet today.

Unfortunately, tonight is it for me. I have school tomorrow and work tomorrow night. I'm a little stressed about working (first time) but now I'm just upset if this puck is not found by then. I'll be itching to get back out there! At least, I'll be working in downtown St. Paul, which isn't too far from the park.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 6:26 PM Permalink
westy3789

I feel like a good spot of Cherokee to look in is right off of King's St., by the tennis court. "Calling a doctor will help you tons" There is a nice patch of woods, with a couple of fences near the Tennis court area and on the other side by the bridge. There's a clear view of downtown towards the back of the woods. It's only been semi-searched in with lots and lots of potential hiding spots. The overlook has been searched thoroughly and the main part of the park is a nice even layer of fresh snow, so I doubt it's around there. Or another good spot might be right of Smith's bridge, not toward the left but to the right, by that bench. I found a Pirate Medallion there last year and there's a nice little scenic view.

But after 8 hours of solid searching today, I'm beat...and to be honest, ready for it to be found lol so I can release this burden from my shoulders.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 6:34 PM Permalink
izzyardo

Thanks for this. I'm glad I'm not the only one feeling this way.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 6:39 PM Permalink
Artemis The Huntress

Good luck on the new job too!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 6:49 PM Permalink
HunterPixie

Was in the same spot today and had the same thought. Metro State at the top of the view and the TI sign just down the path, a fence near the box, lots lines up. My trouble, if that area is a heavenly view CW needs a new perspective. The power transformers and their buzz and haze and the railroad and just the industrious enviro make it hard for me to get in that moment.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 6:52 PM Permalink
HunterPixie

I was liking that area a little earlier today, like that Baldinger is there, just across from the trail, and Neid Lane (city councilman). Was wondering if the 4 c's could be referring to streets in the area named for councilmen, but could only come up with two, Tedesco and Neid...?
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:02 PM Permalink
mrmnmikey

but its a nature sanctuary...
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:08 PM Permalink
MrsMGhunter

I agree with you! That buzzing kindof scared me (heard it all over the place!) and this wasn't the most heavenly view....

Think the guy in the photo is the one the PP took a photo of!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:18 PM Permalink
queenmalley

Thanks for posting pic.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:36 PM Permalink
queenmalley

Thanks for pics!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:37 PM Permalink
me2

good luck w the new job inasuitcase
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:44 PM Permalink
brasscat

the er????? Doctor and then er? im lost on your train of thought
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 7:50 PM Permalink
Hopslam Hunter

I feel very confident about Cherokee--clue 8 has 5 street names in it. But wish it would narrow things down a bit.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:11 PM Permalink
PilotsHatGuy

See, it's hard to look past Cherokee because of clue 8. But really, how do the first 7 fit? I mean, yea, playgrounds, trails, and all the other crap that's in 90% of parks. But what frills does nature take away? What's the winter only activity? Where's the fence?
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:13 PM Permalink
Terry

There are fences and a sledding hill. Can't go sliding in the summer.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:24 PM Permalink
GreenTeam

chipmunk find lovers squirrel inhabit creatures

rumpiest gopher rabbit home of or

a park ye features cheekiest judge

their woodland their or they hark
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:29 PM Permalink
GreenTeam

cheekiest chipmunk, rumpiest rabbit
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:31 PM Permalink
Tatergirl

All along the edge there are remains of an old chain link fence, in some areas there are just post, other areas have sections of chain link left behind.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:31 PM Permalink
HunterPixie

creatures/features

park/hark

Cherokee Park???
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:31 PM Permalink
KITCH

rumpiest and cheekist and lovers....wooohooo back to crosby!!!!!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:32 PM Permalink
Terry

The judge must be Alan Page. Cherokee!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:32 PM Permalink
Tatergirl

cheekiest gopher = cherokee heights
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:35 PM Permalink
leelabell

My bet paid off.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:35 PM Permalink
OT

Lovers park. They still do that there? :wink:
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:36 PM Permalink
GreenTeam

Oh, cool!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:37 PM Permalink
MrsMGhunter

So glad I spent more time there than the BVNS! Now, if only my digging paid off!! :chagrin:
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:37 PM Permalink
leelabell

Awesome
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:38 PM Permalink
leelabell

So, what's rumpiest rabbit?
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:39 PM Permalink
Terry

So who needs clues that make sense?
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:39 PM Permalink
OT

We hardly need to wait for the real clue!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:39 PM Permalink
KITCH

explain....i'm confused...
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:39 PM Permalink
MrsMGhunter

the letters spell out Cherokee
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:40 PM Permalink
OT

Cherokee Heights anagram
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:41 PM Permalink
queenmalley

well, that pretty much says it all!

Thanks.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:42 PM Permalink
Tatergirl

I guess I'm missing an H... thought I nailed the anagram there
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:42 PM Permalink
Tatergirl

There are only 2 h's there I need 3
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:44 PM Permalink
HunterPixie

definitely need the like button! Great job!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:44 PM Permalink
leelabell

So, it is cherokee eights?
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:44 PM Permalink
brasscat

I found a new Happy Holidays couple ....Sonny and Cher...They even had a holiday special years ago...she is part Cherokee..and now with this clue ..the gopher it's confirmed that im not off base..I was expecting a song clue tonight about one of her songs...but this is just as good

 :smile:
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:45 PM Permalink
Terry

This is the second Page. I'm guessing that puts it in that area.
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:45 PM Permalink
'mom'

and there is the "p" from gopher
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:46 PM Permalink
leelabell

From FB

Chipmunk, squirrel, gopher rabbit. Find ye park they inhabit
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:46 PM Permalink
MrsMGhunter

rumpiest=stir me up? lol
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:46 PM Permalink
KITCH

famous gophers?

goldie

fairchild

fairborn
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:47 PM Permalink
Mr. Med Hunter

Cheesiest gopher hark = Cherokee heights park
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:48 PM Permalink
Tatergirl

HARK GOPHER CHEEKIEST = CHEROKEE HEIGHTS PARK

GOT IT!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:48 PM Permalink
Mr. Med Hunter

Found your "h" and got rid of your extra "p"
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:49 PM Permalink
MrsMGhunter

HOORAY!! :grin: Well done ladies!
Mon, 01/28/2013 - 8:49 PM Permalink