2026 Chaska River City Days Medallion Hunt

Submitted by Administrator on Tue, 07/14/2026 - 3:31 PM

Rules for the 2026 Chaska River City Days Medallion Hunt

After 50 wonderful years, we’re introducing exciting new traditions this year! We’ve expanded to seven clues (with an extra weekend clue on Sunday for more family fun) and moved clue releases to 9 AM daily (previously 2 PM) to give everyone more time to search. The medallion is hidden on public property in Chaska (not buried, not in water, and not on private land). Please respect all parks, trails, and grounds—no digging or damaging property. Cy’s Bar & Grill is generously sponsoring a $100 gift card for the finder! When you find the medallion, call Cy’s Bar & Grill at 952-448-9001 and choose option 4 to speak with owner Kent Kramp. Have fun, stay safe, and turn it in promptly! Good luck!

Hunt Information

Dates

Scheduled Dates

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Find Date

Monday, July 20, 2026

Finders

Prize

Maximum Prize

$100 Gift Card

Clues

Clue 1

Published Date

Saturday, July 18, 2026, 9:00 AM

Gather your family and friends for the thrill,

Fuel up first at your favorite breakfast spot or coffee shop before you start the hunt with skill!

The hunt is calling—head out exploring Chaska’s streets so true,

On public ground the medallion waits for you.

No digging deep, just look around with care,

This family adventure is yours to share!

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Clue 2

Published Date

Sunday, July 19, 2026, 9:00 AM

Through parks and paths where footsteps roam,

The medallion calls you far from home.

Not by the water’s edge so deep,

But spots where laughter rings and children leap.

We’ve added this extra weekend clue for you,

To give families more searching time, fresh and new.

Fifty years of memories shining bright,

Guide your steps from morning until night.

Explore the city, enjoy the view,

The prize awaits the one who sees it through!

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Clue 3

Published Date

Monday, July 20, 2026, 9:00 AM

In fields of green or quiet shaded nooks,

Where sunlight dances through the leafy looks.

Along the winding trails and open air,

The medallion waits without a single care.

Search with wonder, gentle, kind and slow,

On public lands where gentle breezes blow.

With summer warmth and joyful cheer,

The golden prize is drawing near!

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Clue 4`

Beneath tall trees or skies so wide and blue,

Where games are played and moments feel brand new.

Not too obvious, yet not concealed too well,

A clever hiding spot where secrets dwell.

Celebrate our golden anniversary year,

As each new clue brings the answer clear.

Roam Chaska’s many hidden nooks with pride—

Your lucky moment may be just outside!

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Clue 5

Nearer now to history’s steady hold,

Where tales of the past are quietly told.

By gathering spots where community meets,

The medallion rests on quiet, hidden feet.

Search the corners of familiar ground,

Where hands once labored and dreams were found.

Stay patient as the pieces start to align—

Victory draws near for those who shine!

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Clue 6

Honoring the builders who shaped with care,

Turning clay and earth to something rare.

Near where modern fun and spirit ignite,

And parks remember the old town’s light.

A statue stands with quiet, solemn grace,

Marking time and pride of place.

Look closely at their steadfast form so warm—

The medallion may be waiting there, safe from harm.

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Clue 7

The final call to this special scene,

Where hardworking figures can still be seen.

In the lot where stones slide with skill,

Beside the park that honors those with will.

By the brick makers’ watchful gaze,

Tucked in their presence, a perfect place.

Claim the prize and spread the cheer—

Happy 50th to all this year!

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