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2008 St. Paul Winter Carnival Medallion

Submitted by KITCH on

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Clue #1 You've joined the hunt for the regal runt 
To prove searching does pay 
Don't dig a hole or knock down a pole 
And the golf course is out of play 

Last year Jake took home the cake 
With a clue a bit off level 
This year we'll rinse off all our prints 
Lest this hunt go to the devil 

Clue #2 The point of all this is so that you won't miss 
Your big chance to grab all the cash 
Now gather your guys and a gal who is wise 
You'll have to do something quite rash 

Clue #3 We've scanned the county to hide our bounty 
And keep you on your toes 
It may sound risible, but our puck's invisible 
Although it might just stick to your nose. 

Clue #4 How fun is the snow how far will we go 
You really ought to go see 
Get up for the mission and not just the wishin' 
Get into the game-it's all free 

Clue #5 There once was a clue that drove you-know-who 
To threaten a heinous act 
We'd use it again but we're afraid of his pen 
My friend, that's an unfortunate fact 

Clue #6 All ye who look should honor the book 
As one who stood for hope 
Much was built in the name of the kilt 
Look sharp now and never mope 

Clue #7 If you should go look high then low 
One could see it from a bower 
If it's your bent you might seek a tent 
To protect in case of shower 

Take note of the wood and do what you should 
To extract the prize for yourself 
Build a bridge to your dreams as high as they seem 
Leave nothing behind on the shelf 

Clue #8 Look at the buck to acquire good luck 
In finding the grail this year 
Link a jar,a line, a star lawyer divine 
While crying in your beer 

He won, then lost and the nation was tossed 
Into strife that was far from civil 
The point I'm making is yours for the taking 
Believe me - not the message board drivel 

Clue #9 This name brings tears, elation and cheers 
And occasionally even outrages 
It sits on walls and rides the halls 
And fills a dozen pages 

The hills are alive and you'll have arrived 
Refrain from the very injurious 
Be bold and be brave but your skin you must save 
What's off-limits should frankly be obvious 

Clue #10 Look for the sight you hope is just right 
You're doubtful and you're torn 
Make the rounds for what rhymes with grounds 
And part of a rose with a horn 

Through flames and flow this park where you'll go 
Is the site of sacred relics 
Stay away from these and the cliffs if you please 
Or you'll be in a heckuva fix 

Clue #11 Air and river sounds lead all to Mounds 
Far from the graves take your entourage 
Twixt Burns and Thorn, an icy pathway is born 
Across Mounds from a gray house and tan garage 

Hell no fury hath as those on the wrong path 
Mounds and Warner form a woodsy perimeter 
The path not official contains footprints beneficial 
Some 300 trudges in - quest for a quitter 

This trail you must follow goes down a narrow hollow 
Under a fallen tree to an old rusted drum 
From here you must search for a hillside path perch 
Wherein lies the center of fun

 

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Brassmonkey

This may be to easy but here it is.

To solve this clue don't feel blue

Consider how an angler entices

You may need a few Bobs to complete the job

Think of these handy devices.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 8:49 AM Permalink
OT

Indian Mound
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 8:55 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

What gave it away for you.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:00 AM Permalink
OT

"Consider how an angler entices"

Baits - Bates
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:05 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Right on.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:09 AM Permalink
OT

Having fun solving clues, but need to run some errands today. Spent too much time playing yesterday.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:12 AM Permalink
mrmnmikey

Yea, I'm feeling ragged already too. I met up w/ Jake last night, got home late, just had to watch the DVD so I got to bed really late. Up early, feels like the hunt already started in a way.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:28 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

almost here.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:30 AM Permalink
mrmnmikey

ohhh, hot monkey sex! :sheepish: :eek:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:31 AM Permalink
mrmnmikey

I some how knew you were going to respond to that post :sillygrin:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 9:34 AM Permalink
OT

I'm thinking of taking a new approach this year, but not sure I'll be able to carry it through. I've decided it's not necessary for me to sit up all night and try to decipher clues when I'm half awake. Maybe looking at them in the morning with a clear mind will pay off. Its not as though I'm going to jump in my car in the middle of the night to look for it anyway.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:06 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

I usually don't start jumping into the car or going down to the press until after the first 5 or 6 clues. It is usually found during the day anyway. However I do wait up every night for the clue online when its early in the hunt.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:11 AM Permalink
ThoseMedallingKids

I'm trying a new approach this year. It's called living far away, trying to figure out where you're going to dig for the two days you hope you have on the weekend to hunt.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:11 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

farther than Chaska?
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:14 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Just ate a bowl of chili for lunch and when I got to the bottom the medallion was not there :frown:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:28 AM Permalink
mrmnmikey

we're gonna miss you guys!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:35 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Don't worry, I will see you at the PDG perhaps in the park for a while and then again at the podium of the press conference. :cool: :wink:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 10:59 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Have to be optimistic!!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:00 AM Permalink
mrmnmikey

Yes you should. But just in case, I'll make sure they let you into my press conference.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:03 AM Permalink
mrmnmikey

Wheres Evil Doer this year?
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:04 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Only fair.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:08 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

mrmnmikey,

How long have u been looking?
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:10 AM Permalink
Clue Master

2 predictions - There will be a clue referring to Santa Dave (RB) and a clue referring to Jake's early find last year.

Other semi-predictions - Figure skating championships and Republican convention.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:46 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

wouldn't doubt it!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:50 AM Permalink
Clue Master

Oh yeah, and water, streets, park in St. Paul, trees, trails, playgrounds, grills, sports etc
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:51 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

I cant help myself, I found this on the press boards posted from Jake.

Am I the only one who sees the irony in this?

"Here is a pre-hunt thought for everyone. Spend less time sharing ideas that may lead someone else to the treasure, especially when that someone else isn't going to share with you. I don't understand it."
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:54 AM Permalink
Brassmonkey

landmarks, rivers, historic people, smoke stacks, walking paths and on and on and on.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 11:56 AM Permalink
tim_the_hunter

That is rich, however he is referring to the online side of it. Now I'm not saying agree with him, just clarifying.

I do know that I am much more inclined to share "good" information in person than online. Especially if we're in a park. And super especially if we are the only 2 people in said park.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:04 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

I know I just find it humorous. again kudos to Jake for digging long enough to find it!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:05 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

I look forward to seeing you at the PDG.

I want tomorrow morning and the clue to be here now!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:06 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

It would be fun if we can get a streak of Cooler Crew members to find the medallion for the next few years!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:07 PM Permalink
tim_the_hunter

Kudos to you for sharing that nugget.

Not sure if I can say I would have. At least not with the Jake. :wink:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:07 PM Permalink
Clue Master

So does anyone object to posting the first clue before the PDG?
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:10 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

hell no!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:12 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Can anyone really help themselves? we are all waiting so anxiously!!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:13 PM Permalink
me2

I don't object either
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:40 PM Permalink
Redbear

I do. Isn't the point to be together as a group to celebrate the release of the first clue? (Why don't we move the PDG back to Friday nights in the future, gives us one more day to hunt)
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:44 PM Permalink
Redbear

To put it another way: Just because there's presents under the tree doesn't mean you open them - you wait until Christmas.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 12:49 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

Even if we don't post it here, everyone will know it by the time we get to MattyB's. Doesn't matter to me I'm peaking :goofy:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:16 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

I wont post it though.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:16 PM Permalink
Redbear

Seriously, if the clue comes out Saturday, why not party Friday?
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:23 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

makes sense
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:24 PM Permalink
Clue Master

Or earlier on Saturday? Two parties!! Whoooo Hooo!

There really was no way to avoid it the last two years Bear. I tried and asked everyone not to say anything and didn't look on here or PP. It was rather anticlimactic when I got the clue at 11pm. I did ask Carolyn where the early edition was first distributed and she didn't know. Sounds like a hunt to me. :smile:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:29 PM Permalink
CerealKiller

I sec. this who wants to party tonight? Where are we meeting!! I will bring some scotch!!! LOL

I am all about Partying!! but during the hunt this year the Iceman is going acc. Free!! no booze for me in the hunt!! it is my new years resalotin!!!

go figer!! me not drinking!! this should be as good a s finding the puck this year!! lol :sheepish: :cool:

I am all ready getting the shakes!! LOL :coolfrown:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:36 PM Permalink
Brassmonkey

not even jagermeister
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:37 PM Permalink
zephyrus

jagermeister doesn't count. It just wouldn't be fair. Would be like saying that you couldn't bring Peachtree Schnapps with or something. :pbpt:
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:39 PM Permalink
Art Vandelay

I have to agree with Redbear. Since the clue comes out early, wouldn't it make sense to have the party on Friday night? I will probably know the clue on Saturday, but there is something to be said for keeping the suspense going as long as possible. I just love this weekend so if there were another excuse to go out and socialize, that would make it that much better. Seriously, if people are getting together tonight, please let me know. I got a fever, and the only prescription is barley pop!!
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:44 PM Permalink
tim_the_hunter

If we moved the PDG to Friday, there would be no clue at all. At least with it on Saturday we can do the annual overkill noodling on the first clue, even if it comes out before the party starts. I guess if there were a Wild game, or some huge conflict that made it extremely difficult to have it on Saturday moving to Friday wouldn't be that big deal but all else being equal Saturday still makes the most sense.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:50 PM Permalink
Redbear

Well, I for one enjoy getting the clue at midnight at the PDG. I'd just ask that nobody posts it on here, then.
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:57 PM Permalink
Redbear

1500 Joe
Fri, 01/18/2008 - 1:58 PM Permalink