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2016 Maple Grove Days Leaf Hunt

Submitted by Joe Medallion (not verified) on
The Medallion was NOT found in 2015 ----
so prize money in 2016 is $1,000!!

Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes or your favorite sleuth as you begin this Maple Grove Days with the Medallion Hunt. With your eye on the $1,000 prize, form your strategies and arm yourself with your best puzzle-solving skills as you search for the hidden 5x5 bronze colored, maple-leaf shaped Medallion. A new clue will be published each week in the Osseo-Maple Grove Press, Facebook, Twitter and on this website, beginning June 6 through July 14. The finder will be presented the cash prize from the Lookout Bar & Grill at Maple Grove Days on Saturday, July 16.

2016 Maple Grove Medallion
Finder must have purchased a $3 Maple Grove Days button to claim the prize. Buttons can be purchased from Ambassador Candidates or at the Maple Grove Community Center.
(button proceeds benefit the Ambassador Scholarship Program)
 
 
 
Contest guidelines and rules are as follows:
 
  1. The Maple Leaf medallion will be found on city of Maple Grove park land.
  2. No digging will be necessary.
  3. No climbing will be necessary.
  4. No disassembly will be required to find the medallion including irrigation heads, light fixtures and park equipment.
  5. Searchers must not deface public property or otherwise violate laws. Park hours are 6:00am to 11:00pm.
  6. The winner's name will be announced Saturday, July 16, at the Maple Grove Days festival.
  7. No employees or their family members of the City of Maple Grove, The Patch, Sun Publications or members of Maple Grove Community Organization, are eligible to win.
  8. Winner must have a Maple Grove Days button to claim the prize.
  9. Searchers assume all risk for personal injury.
  10. Taxes due are the responsibility of the winner.
  11. If the medallion leaf is not found by 11:00pm, Thursday, July 14, the hunt will terminate and the money will roll to next year.
  12. The decisions of Maple Grove Community Organization are final.

THE MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!

Congratulations to Ashley Groth, Brandon Haywood, Andrea Knodl, Don Marine!

It was found hiding at Basswood Elementary School, past the second ball field. Then head 15' past the 310 sign and turn right, head about 30' into the wooded area, by the pine trees!

Hunt Information
Dates
Scheduled Dates
Monday, June 6, 2016
Find Date
Tuesday, July 12, 2016
Finders
Name
Ashley Groth
Name
Brandon Haywood
Name
Andrea Knodl
Name
Don Marine
Prize
Maximum Prize
$1000
Awarded Prize
$1000
Location
General Location
Basswood Elementary School
Pinpointed Location
30 feet into the wooded area past the second ball field
Concealer
in the pine trees

45.075382, -93.478916

Clues
Clue 1
Published Date
Sunday, June 5, 2016, 7:00 PM

In the run up to Maple Grove Days,
We're reviving your favorite craze.
The Medallion is hidden,
And you won't find it sittin',
Get out and enjoy the sun's rays.

It's now in a Maple Grove Park.
(So remember, don't hunt when it's dark).
You won't need a shovel,
Or search any hovel,
It's summer's most enriching lark.

Don't forget your Maple Grove Button
Before you go huntin'
And we'll hand you a check in July.
Are you ready to watch balls fly?

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Clue 2
Published Date
Sunday, June 12, 2016, 7:00 PM

Our hunt is now under way.
Keep your eyes peeled every day!
The competition has just begun.
Oh look! There's a home run!

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Clue 3
Published Date
Sunday, June 19, 2016, 7:00 PM

Unfortunately this is no tale,
But grilling on site is a big fail.
This location consists of two entities
You will be taught not to forget your necessities.

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Clue 4
Published Date
Sunday, June 26, 2016, 7:00 PM

Water, Water everywhere and not a drop to drink.
This is something you may learn here I think.
Pond, creek, swamp and marsh.
"Dam" this is getting harsh.

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Clue 5
Published Date
Sunday, July 3, 2016, 7:00 PM

This place sure looks pretty,
But things are looking a little fishy.
Instrument, tree, park, or fish,
"Bass" is the word to explore if you wish.

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Clue 6
Published Date
Sunday, July 10, 2016, 7:00 PM

You are "right" on track to find the medallion.
You might be in time out if you are caught tattlin'.
At this point I hope you have ventured south of the city. 
Don't go too far or you will be at the neighbors. What a pity.
310 is your last clue for the season.
Don't give up for any reason!

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