Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt 2002

Yes, the medallion has been found, but there's still lots to talk about. Feel the need for more than virtual discussion? Then join the Re-Hash Bash, Sunday, Jan. 27, at noon at Merriam Park in St. Paul.

Click here for the clues and explanations

(2484 previous messages)

§©®¡ß¢. - 11:50am Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2485 of 24793)

Here for the news on the gnus for the news and by the gnus in the name of gnus!

Hi Sweetie!:)

_-THX 1138-_ - 11:51am Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2486 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

Oh quit it!

::blushes::

§©®¡ß¢. - 11:53am Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2487 of 24793)

Here for the news on the gnus for the news and by the gnus in the name of gnus!

Your kinda cute when your pink.....

Is that a new haircut your sportin?

_-THX 1138-_ - 12:00pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2488 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

Yep, I got me a brand new haircut. Don't tell anyone cuz they'll be disappointed that I'm not "Spike" anymore.

Ian - 12:00pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2489 of 24793)

I hate the news. I never watch the news. I never listen to the news. I never read the news. That's why I am here. I am here to get away from the news. I don't need new news. I don't need gnu news. I don't need knew news.

THX 1138 - 07:57pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25358 of 28633)

"THX 1138: Preacher, Reformer, Anti-Harassment advocate"

Marriage isn't scary, it all depends on who you marry.

LOL

_-THX 1138-_ - 12:03pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2490 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

What you laughing at, Ian?

I gotta be more careful with my posts.

Ian - 12:03pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2491 of 24793)

Violent J - 09:16pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25414 of 28633)

Ya saw tha show? Say I didnt rock it....I'm a jab a stick in yer eye socket!

Same here man. Nuthin. normally, I "would" be gettin my makeup on, gettin ready for the clue, but now...damn. there aint nuthin to do.

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Ares - 09:20pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25415 of 28633)

"One disk to rule them all. One disk to find them. One disk to bring them all and in the darkness grind them. In the land of Redmond where the shadows lie." -- The Silicon Valley Tarot

i'm thinkin of getting one of those "undead" vampire looking prostetic masks from the scream team for next year, along with a pair of fangs in honor of my responsibilities with the vampire tales this year :)

Ian - 12:04pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2492 of 24793)

hey jt

Violent J - 09:22pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25416 of 28633)

Ya saw tha show? Say I didnt rock it....I'm a jab a stick in yer eye socket!

Hell yeah, that would rock, everyone would all of a sudden start showing up at parks, for a couple weeks in the middle of winter, dressed in costumes and stuff. It would look like Halloween

Ian - 12:04pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2493 of 24793)

Ian - 09:29pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25420 of 28634)

2002-out of the city-back in the county

I like that monsters in the park idea. When things are gettin' boring, show up in costume. I'm diggin' it

Ian - 12:06pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2494 of 24793)

Ares - 09:32pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25425 of 28634)

"One disk to rule them all. One disk to find them. One disk to bring them all and in the darkness grind them. In the land of Redmond where the shadows lie." -- The Silicon Valley Tarot

i'm gonna be a vamp , since i kinda coined the idea. j's a clown, what are you gonna be, ian? i know those prosthetic latex masks aren't exactly cheap, but they're supposed to last for several wearings.

Ian - 12:07pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2495 of 24793)

Ian - 09:35pm Jan 29, 2001 CST (#25428 of 28634)

2002-out of the city-back in the county

I gotta work on it...I'm old, so maybe a hunchback

_-THX 1138-_ - 12:08pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2496 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

Hey Ian.

Hunchback huh?

Ian - 12:10pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2497 of 24793)

yeah, whadda ya think?

Ian - 12:11pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2498 of 24793)

no more spike?

§©®¡ß¢. - 12:11pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2499 of 24793)

Here for the news on the gnus for the news and by the gnus in the name of gnus!

Ian,now I'm getting confused on what board is what! So are you gonna go for 100,000 on the 2001?

Or are you to ascareded?

_-THX 1138-_ - 12:11pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2500 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

What do I think?

Just cuz you have a cane doesn't mean you're old.

No more spike?

Are you confused or asking about my hair?

Ian - 12:15pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2501 of 24793)

yeah, but can I use the cane while I hunt?

Ian - 12:15pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2502 of 24793)

Do they allow canes at McGovern's?

Ian - 12:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2503 of 24793)

You know, they confiscated my hemp stalk cane at the airport.

_-THX 1138-_ - 12:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2504 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

LOL!

I think cane's are allowed.

Back to work I go.

Peace, Love & Pasta

Ian - 12:17pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2505 of 24793)

especially the pasta

see ya !

Ian - 12:18pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2506 of 24793)

http://members.aol.com/vinylagain/private/midi/hotelcal.mid

LIQUOR LADY - 12:45pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2507 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

just finished dying my jeans, just gotta start cutting out my polka dots now, oops! I guess I should have put on a pair of gloves when I did the dye!

LIQUOR LADY - 12:49pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2508 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

ok, so my daycare called and said andy is'nt feeling well so I go pick him up and guess what! I feel much better now mom!! gggrrrrrr!

Ares - 01:06pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2509 of 24793)

WARNING: The drinking of Coke may be hazardous to the well-being of your keyboard. Some posts have been known to induce snorting and spitting of Coke. Proceed at your own caution.

ian, i did say that didn't i? well so much for getting one cuz 2 halloweens have passed since i originally wanted one and i still ain't ordered one yet.

LIQUOR LADY - 01:10pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2510 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

I need a funny slogan to write on my shirt, any ideas out there?

Ian - 01:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2511 of 24793)

Ares: I just had to check it out, gettin' old, with cane and all, you know?

I was worried about my memory.

so if I change my mind about the hunchback, a vampire's alright with you?

Ian - 01:18pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2512 of 24793)

(subliminal message brought to you by:

The Tomato Gang

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 01:41pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2513 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

The "Tomato Gang," Ian? Yur making me hungry!!!

Gotta love, "Hotel Coolerfornia!" I *wish* you'd find the words to it...

I wish I'd find "The Hunter's Prayer," and "The Digger's Psalm" I wrote!!!!

The Chemist - 01:47pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2514 of 24793)

Make it a double.

JT; you around?

How's this for a B-day present:

Turn a year older on Sun., hear the baby's heart beat for the first time Mon afternoon, then shoot a 300 Mon. night.

wolffpac - 01:48pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2515 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Hi Green. In one of your earlier posts you said if you found the Medallion you have to go and turn it in right away. It might take me an hour to go turn it in if I found it cause I'd have to go home and change my underwear, if you get my drift.

Ares - 01:50pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2516 of 24793)

WARNING: The drinking of Coke may be hazardous to the well-being of your keyboard. Some posts have been known to induce snorting and spitting of Coke. Proceed at your own caution.

wolf, you're supposed to bring a change of underwear with you when you hunt.

wolffpac - 01:52pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2517 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

With this weather I could probably "HUNT" in my underwear. Probably get arrested though.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 01:53pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2518 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Got your drift, Wolfie!!! LOL!!!

I'm sure MomPress has smelled it all bee4!

Snow mommy - 01:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2519 of 24793)

My poor kids will be so bored now!!

I think I asked this before but I can't find if anyone answered me, so I will try again. I am trying to set up a baby-sitter for the hunt and I was wondering what day, clue number, you guys think the digging and racing to parks really starts. I will bring the troops with me when needed, but the baby may make my stays short.

_-THX 1138-_ - 01:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2520 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

Hey Chem! Good for you and congrats! And Happy B-day to you, good sir!

Shot 300 what?

wolffpac - 01:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2521 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Looking forward to the 19th so I can meet all you folks in a warm place.

_-THX 1138-_ - 01:55pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2522 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

Tough to call that one, Snow Mommy. I'm not even going to try. Not cuz I don't want to help but, sure as s**t I'll be wrong.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 01:55pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2523 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

HIPPO BIRDIES TWO EWES, CHEM!!!

Llady, you're gonna "look smashing, da-link"!!!

Went to the bank in tennies - no socks - and a t-shirt, no coat. What a beautiful day!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 01:56pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2524 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

I'm not even gonna hazard a guess, Snow Mommy... Ittiz too tuff to call... It just all depends.

DEPENDS!!! There's what you need, Wolfie!!! :D

Snow mommy - 02:03pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2525 of 24793)

My poor kids will be so bored now!!

Hmmm...Well I was thinking setting something up starting with the 4th clue and if I don't need her I could cancel. My mom is pretty understanding, she says baby-sitting is always free EXCEPT if I was to find the medallion, then she wants to go out to dinner.

Frostillicus - 02:05pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2526 of 24793)

Inside me a voice was repeating this phrase: "You've lost it, you'll never get out of this maze."

Finally registered my button today. I've only had it for about a week. Now I'm ready to hunt.

By the way, if some unregistered soul finds it, I'm sure we can come to an arrangement. My button, your dumb luck=$5000

Ya-ha!

ThoseMedallingKids - 02:08pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2527 of 24793)

And I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren't for ThoseMedallingKids!!

Good afternoon all. I see as the snow continues to dwindle, the coolerheads continue to mass.

Frostillicus - 02:12pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2528 of 24793)

Inside me a voice was repeating this phrase: "You've lost it, you'll never get out of this maze."

Ominous, isn't it TMK?

Snow mommy - 02:12pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2529 of 24793)

My poor kids will be so bored now!!

I'm starting to think I wasted my money buying Hunting Supplies.' I hope not though. It's forecasted to get cold again next week.

ThoseMedallingKids - 02:14pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2530 of 24793)

And I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren't for ThoseMedallingKids!!

I don't think its ominous. The lack of snow this year could help in bringing more people closer. And Snowmommy, while you may not be able to use your tools this year, you can definitely use them in future years

Snow mommy - 02:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2531 of 24793)

My poor kids will be so bored now!!

Yes your right TMK but I was so excited to use them. I WILL be bringing my cow pooper scooper just to show everyone. I was thinking of decorating it for extra luck.

LIQUOR LADY - 02:19pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2532 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

I was thinking I could put cooler head on my shirt and then try to come up with a funny definition for it.

LIQUOR LADY - 02:20pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2533 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

so what is the definition of a cooler head anyway?

Snow mommy - 02:20pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2534 of 24793)

My poor kids will be so bored now!!

LL that would be good!!

The Chemist - 02:21pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2535 of 24793)

Make it a double.

a '300' is a perfect game in bowling. 12 strikes.

_-THX 1138-_ - 02:26pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2536 of 24793)

Is that a spotter? - - I am NOT a crackpot!

I knew that, Chem. I was just playing with ya.

That's amazing! Call you Earl Anthony from now on.

(Only pro-bowler I can think of).

Don't tell Ian though, he'll be jealous.

Ian, you or your kids ever bowl a perfect game?

Phillip D. - 02:38pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2537 of 24793)

4th Year Hunter. I LOVE THIS STUFF!!!!! Always in Blaze Orange

Hello to all the fellow cooler crew medallion hunters out there. I am back for my 4th year of this and I just can't wait until the hunt begins. I got my button registered today and am very happy to see people pack talking away in the water cooler already.. How is everyone doing out there that I have not talked to in nearly a year?

Ian - 02:50pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2538 of 24793)

me? not even close. Kris got a 288 (10 pin).

Last Sunday he was in a Baker Doubles tournament and got to the 10th with a possibility, but got robbed. 279

Ian - 02:53pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2539 of 24793)

excuse me, chemist:

XXXXXXXXXXXX

300

Congratulations !

The Chemist - 02:56pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2540 of 24793)

Make it a double.

Thanks Ian,

It was a whole different feeling than I thought it would be. I figured I'd be nervous but I did get the shakes until the 12th when the people on the lane next to us called one of their bowlers back.

nadho - 03:26pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2541 of 24793)

If my baby don't love me no more, I know her sister will.

264 is my high game. What makes it interesting is my mother went into labor with me the night of her bowling league. She decided to finish her game before heading to the hospitol and bowled, you guessed it, a 264.

Treasure Digger - 04:30pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2542 of 24793)

Hunter Since 1996 - Maybe this year ..... NOT!!!!!

I'm getting ready to leave work. Checked in again to see chatting about anything and everything. Things sure will change in here when the hunt begins. Going by SA to pick up my buttons and register them before "I" find it. Actually, I'd just be happy if someone in here finds it. Would be nice to see a cooler head win it. Take care.

Rushmore - 04:40pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2543 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

When is the last date to register the buttons anyway? I still have to go out and buy mine.

Phillip D. - 04:48pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2544 of 24793)

4th Year Hunter. I LOVE THIS STUFF!!!!! Always in Blaze Orange

Hey Treasure Digger how are you doing?

Frostillicus - 04:59pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2545 of 24793)

Inside me a voice was repeating this phrase: "You've lost it, you'll never get out of this maze."

Entries must be postmarked by January 20

Medallion2K2 - 05:03pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2546 of 24793)

Formerly Medallion2K, and Medallion2K1, the name brings no luck, so far.....

You'd swear I was in a bowling water cooler....

nadho - 05:05pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2547 of 24793)

If my baby don't love me no more, I know her sister will.

Sorry to butt in with the bowling story but it went with the chat at the time...

Ian - 05:07pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2548 of 24793)

Dan, are you a hunter?

nadho - 05:11pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2549 of 24793)

If my baby don't love me no more, I know her sister will.

No Ian, I never have. I always listen to or read the news when they give out clues, but I have never gone after it. I really don't know that much about St. Pual for all the clues to make sense.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:19pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2550 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

So they don't make sense to you... Noodle them anyway... ROFLOL!!!

JOE!!!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:27pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2551 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Howdy Rush, 2k2, nadho, and Treasure Digger!

LLady, you still around?

LIQUOR LADY - 05:32pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2552 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

hey green, whats up?

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:36pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2553 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

You were asking about "Cooler Heads?"

LIQUOR LADY - 05:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2554 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

ya, need somthing funny to put on my shirt.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2555 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2556 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

JOE!!!

Well, I can xplain how Cooler Heads came to be, but I don't think you can like put that on your shirt...

What did you have in mind? Like a design?

Medallion2K2 - 05:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2557 of 24793)

Formerly Medallion2K, and Medallion2K1, the name brings no luck, so far.....

what do you you think they will do with the lack of snow for the medallion, wrapping it in clay/grass/mud, magnetizing it, in a tree, any thoughts?

LIQUOR LADY - 05:38pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2558 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

sooooooo.........am I reading yore mind?

Rushmore - 05:38pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2559 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

LL - I've been trying to come up with something clever for your t-shirt, but the creative juices are on a hiatus right now.

LIQUOR LADY - 05:39pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2560 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

oh! now I see what you were doing,

LIQUOR LADY - 05:40pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2561 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

ya, mine too rushmore, I think my twas the eve of the hunt took all that I had!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:40pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2562 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

There's more on 2556, LLady.

Why not glue pink painted ping-pong balls on it to match the polka dots?

Rushmore - 05:40pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2563 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

I expect them to be really creative, How, I dont' know, but I don't think they will hide it under a picnic table or something lame like that, With no snow we can pretty much go to any park and wander aimlessly and look for something that looks out of the ordinary.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:41pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2564 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Gonna be in a navel orange...

Ya, furshure, LLady... I had to cheat and get my JOE!!!

LIQUOR LADY - 05:42pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2565 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

I was trying to come up with a funny definition for "cooler head" and put it on the shirt like you would see in the dictionary.

Rushmore - 05:42pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2566 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

LL - maybe you can come up with a clever anagram for pink polka dot(s)

Medallion2K2 - 05:42pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2567 of 24793)

Formerly Medallion2K, and Medallion2K1, the name brings no luck, so far.....

do you think they would ever put it up in a tree? possilbly in bushes?

Rushmore - 05:43pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2568 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

Tree, I think would be too risky - someone may fall and get hurt - bushes - a possibility, but how many are barren now and how many are still full with plumage?

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:43pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2569 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Otay...

"coo-lur hed; (n) One that prevails. You dig?"

There's your def. Not only true and bonafide, but historically accurate! :D

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:44pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2570 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

It will be on the ground. It will not be off the ground. It will not be on the top o'the building by the Conway library; it will not be up in a tree.

JOE!!!

Rushmore - 05:45pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2571 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

Cooler head - a person that can wear a pink polka dot outfit in public and not feel out of the ordinary. For, all cooler heads will prevail - in the end.

LIQUOR LADY - 05:45pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2572 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

good one green! I think I may just use that!

Medallion2K2 - 05:46pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2573 of 24793)

Formerly Medallion2K, and Medallion2K1, the name brings no luck, so far.....

no tree makes some sense, but maybe not in the braches, could be lower, more blended in. they could camoflauge well it in a bush too, even if it is bare.

tim_the_hunter - 05:46pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2574 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

You know you are a cooler head if...

1. You stand outside the Pioneer Press building at 11:30 P.M waiting for the next day's clue.

2. YOur favorite past time is digging through snow at 1:30 A.M. in sub zero temeratures.

3. You noodle the first clue enough to give you the park, the thing it is in and the exact location.

I could go on and on but it would be better if you guys did. A group conglomoration...

LIQUOR LADY - 05:46pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2575 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

well, I don't know about not feeling out of the ordinary!

Rushmore - 05:47pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2576 of 24793)

What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

Tim, that's great!

tim_the_hunter - 05:48pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2577 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

I think the 3 speculations are dumb, but the idea may work for a shirt.

Downtown Dave - 05:50pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2578 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

You mean I don't actually wear a cooler on my head? Where will I keep by beverages?

tim_the_hunter - 05:51pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2579 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Lol, good to see you dd.

Downtown Dave - 05:51pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2580 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

You know, I used to pride myself on the fact that there wasn't a single message on the old board(s) I hadn't read. This will no longer be the case--I am starting so far behind.

tim_the_hunter - 05:39pm Jan 3, 2002 CST (#2581 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Yeah I may have skipped a few myself...

Downtown Dave - 05:52pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2582 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

So, tim, can you you give me a brief synopsis of the plot so far?....

tim_the_hunter - 05:53pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2583 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

A lot of nothing.

tim_the_hunter - 05:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2584 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

No one knows what to expect with the lack of snow, everyone looks forward to the 19th(pre dig gig) at mc governs. We thought of becoming stalkers, but didnt want to cheat. Lots of arguments over spotters.

Downtown Dave - 05:55pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2585 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

10-4, Tim-- Hey everybody, they are holding Klondike Kate auditions, which is, as we all know, to the Winter Carnival as the first Robin is to spring. To paraphrase, it doesn't start until the fat lady sings!

LIQUOR LADY - 05:56pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2586 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

I think they do have spotters, I've seen people just standing around watching also

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:57pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2587 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

LLady... Look at the top o'this page? See the banner? The guy to the left that's yappin' is "Cooler Head Luke," a take-off on "Cool Hand Luke"... Dontcha know.

And this thread is just one of the "coolers" here in the PP Water Cooler...

So... We started calling ourselves "Cooler Heads," and that eventually evolved into The Cooler Crew that meets in real time to just hang out - like at The Pre-Dig Gig, The Re-Hash Bash, hunting together, and sometimes even playing cards and doing cookouts in the summer.

Well... The very first logo'd wear that came out after the '98 Chair-O-Key Hunt had the above banner on it, on the back, with our Web site address: www.coolercrew.com

And the frond said, "Cooler Heads Will Prevail," meaning one o'these effin' days ONE o'us WILL find it!!! :D

And what's so neat about that first ever t-shirt... Sumbuddy got all xcited and giggly and when the shirts were finally back from the screen printer, it was discovered it had been completely forgotten to put "PioneerPlanet" or "Pioneer Press" or anything like that on there! I bet those puppies are gonna be worth something someday.

If you want to see what they look like, I think there's pics o'them on the Web site.

(end o'history lesson for the day)

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 05:58pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2588 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Howdy, DDave! I'm tryin' hard to be lineal...

Could easier make a silk purse outta sow's ear! :D

Downtown Dave - 06:00pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2589 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

Hey green! All I want is for you to be you!

LIQUOR LADY - 06:01pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2590 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

thanx for the ideas green, gotta go eat dinner, will check in later! bye all!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:02pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2591 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

DDave... No threat or worry, but you still not in these environs?

Allison Wonderland - 06:02pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2592 of 24793)

Get ready for the Mock Hunt in February at http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/theallisonwonderland

Marley King asked if I was going to have another Mock Hunt after the medallion hunt. I don't see why not so I'd say plan on it.

Someone else asked when was a good time (i.e. which clue) is a good time to plan on going out hunting. The answer to that varies. In Conway in 99, people were still largely wandering around aimlessly on the 7th clue (I went out to Conway that day and the snow was pretty much virgin snow). But then the following year, at Newell, it had already been found by the 7th clue. It all depends on the clues and what sort of inspiration you have. There's a good chance you'll *want* to dig by the 4th or 5th clue, but conventional wisdom says to save your energy for later in the hunt. It seems to me Clue 7, which comes out Friday night, is usually when people really start to go out hunting. Now whether that's because of how the clues are structured or if its merely because its the weekend and that's when people are available to hunt, you can judge for yourself, but if you needed an estimate, that's what I would say.

Finally, it seems in addition to fans I also have some enemies now. I have to admit to being surprised at seeing such hostility over having ventured wrong guesses. I suppose they must have listened to me and wasted time and effort in the wrong park. If so, I'm sorry about that. But then again, I was just presenting what I saw and believed and was out there myself. Whether anyone believes my opinion or not is purely up to them.

I will admit I was wrong last year, even when I was sure I was right. I would have almost bet the $10,000 that it wasn't in Como, because I knew it wasn't in Como. So that shows what I know. But therein lies the lesson learned. You can't really know anything with these clues, it's just a matter of one's best guess. Even if the clues make perfect sense for somewhere, that doesn't mean the Medallion is there, because the clues never make perfect sense. Indeed, the clue that tells you what the treasure is hidden in really serves little other purpose than to throw you off by making you believe it relates to the hiding place. So this year my goal is to try and not jump to any certain conclusions, but instead consider all the possibilities. Just because something doesn't fit one of the clues, doesn't mean it's not the right place ("man of mettle", "ace", "round and white and stretched quite tight"). So I'm going to try and get out of that mindset that the best answer must be the right answer because after having read the clues and their explanations the last few years, that's clearly not true.

As for people who want to make childish attacks against me, this will be my only reply to you. I'm not going to bog down the message board with personal wars that no one else is interested in reading. If you're going to insist on trying to start something, know that you will be ignored. And if you continue to clutter the message board with personal attacks that only distract from the subject people are here for, you'll likely gain no sympathy from anyone else and you'll be the one no one listens to.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:05pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2593 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

(clap, clap, clap, clap, clap)

tim_the_hunter - 06:05pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2594 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Allison- I know I was harsh, but I definetely am not an enemy, If I was too mean, I apologize for my actions. I definetely still think you come up with some great ideas.

Ares - 06:06pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2595 of 24793)

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come on allison. some of us will read the personal wars. i know i for one will.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:06pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2596 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Howdy Allison, Timmers!

DDave, I'm updating info for Trent; trying to get ahold o'you.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:08pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2597 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Allison, I'm doin' my thang and progressing. Hope to have an appt tomorrow.

Ares - 06:08pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2598 of 24793)

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well i gots to be like ddave. gotta read everything. and to this point, i have.

Ares - 06:09pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2599 of 24793)

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caught my typo quick didja, green? my fault.

Ares - 06:09pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2600 of 24793)

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joe

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:09pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2601 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Me, too. But I skip the Popiel veggie commercials and stuff like that.

Allison Wonderland - 06:10pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2602 of 24793)

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No, Tim, I wasn't talking about you. With you, I at least assume you're joking around. Some others, this year and last, have been overtly hostile. But I don't come here to engage in pointless bickering. I come here to discuss the hunt. I'll admit I made some mistakes last year, and as far as I'm concerned, that should be the end of it. There's a new hunt about to begin so no point in worrying about what happened in the past.

Allison Wonderland - 06:10pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2603 of 24793)

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An appointment for McGovern's?

tim_the_hunter - 06:12pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2604 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Well I am glad that you caught on that I was simply joking around, I also understand that to some it gets old quick. Especially if you have to deal with a bunch of jerks seriously heckling you. In being at the correct park last year, I had theories on several more. No one is a perfect noodler, and this is good, otherwise we'd all be screwed!

Ares - 06:15pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2605 of 24793)

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There are those that call me... Tim.

i'm just curious. what to those who don't call you tim call you?

tim_the_hunter - 06:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2606 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

You don't want to know...

Ares - 06:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2607 of 24793)

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wolffpac - 06:17pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2608 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Nephew!

tim_the_hunter - 06:17pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2609 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

I bet it isnt just going to be laying out in the open.

tim_the_hunter - 06:18pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2610 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Uncle! At long last, a glorious reunion! We haven't spoken in at least a week!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:18pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2611 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Yupppers, Allison.

tim_the_hunter - 06:19pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2612 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

We do have an appointment?

Terry Valentine - 06:19pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2613 of 24793)

Check out our website! www.coolercrew.com!!!! Join the Cooler Crew for the Torchlight Parade, Saturday, February 2nd, 6:00 start time!! Staging at 10th and Cedar St. Stay tuned for further details!

Hello All!

I too slog every single post. Have since before most of you had found the PP hunt boards.

Allison - As you know, all of us have misinterpreted the clues one way or another...and I probably have more than most...so if anyone is really out to heckle you because they believed what you posted here, the only one they should be upset with is themselves. You certainly didn't tell anyone they had to follow your suggestions. It's truly stupid on their part. Ignoring stupidity is the better thing to do.

wolffpac - 06:20pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2614 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

We need to noodle what it could be hidden in case of now snow. I have never seen the medallion, how big is it?

Terry Valentine - 06:21pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2615 of 24793)

It's the size of a hockey puck...light blue...aqua like in color - semi transparent.

Allison Wonderland - 06:21pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2616 of 24793)

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Anyway, I need to get going and probably won't be back until late.

As for where it will be hidden, perhaps at Linwood behind the tennis courts, in a little drainage hole at the bottom of a small wooden fence, obscured by leaves. hehe

wolffpac - 06:22pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2617 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Remember me Allison, I was at Hidden Falls for most of last years hunt(lol) and probably would still be there.

tim_the_hunter - 06:22pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2618 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

2 inches in diameter 1 inch in depth, light translucent blue

Terry Valentine - 06:22pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2619 of 24793)

Other years of no or little snow, it's been found inside clumps of clay, grass and dead leaves.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:23pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2620 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Tim, you and I don't have anything. Don't worry about it.

Howdy, Terry! *You* more than others? IIIIII ddddooonnnnn'ttttt tttthhhhiiinnnkkk sssssssoooo! LOL!!! But that was nice to say to Allison.

But for "trees in a line = Woodrow" I've not gotten zip. I could care less if folks crab at me. I do my best. I'm not as good as others, but I still have fun!

JOE!!!

Terry Valentine - 06:24pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2621 of 24793)

Green - in 30 years of hunting, you can bet I've made some wrong interpretations...sometimes not even getting to the right park.

And in those 30 years, I've made more wrong hunches than correct ones.

Ares - 06:25pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2622 of 24793)

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so does anyone actually think the puck's been hidden yet? or with the lack of weather wouldn't they dare risk it being found already?

all i know is we're gonna get a bunch of snow. just a hunch because my clutch foot is getting itchy to get back in my mustang. something's gotta keep me out of it.

wolffpac - 06:25pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2623 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

They'll need to camophlage it pretty well with no snow. Anything out of the ordinary will stick out like a sore thumb

tim_the_hunter - 06:25pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2624 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Being in the correct park is over-rated. Like in football, one team wins and the rest are disappointed. 98 was a far tougher year to watch than this year. See what I mean....

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:26pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2625 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

A California naval orange.

wolffpac - 06:26pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2626 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Terry Valentine - 06:27pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2627 of 24793)

I doubt it's been put down yet. If it was, I'll bet it's been picked up again.

wolffpac - 06:27pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2628 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Unless they move the hunt to Florida

Terry Valentine - 06:29pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2629 of 24793)

Tim - Being in the right park is rated high in my book - almost as high as finding it. Nothing worse than realizing you'd been digging in the snow miles and miles from where the thing is hidden.

The year it was at Kellogg, we were SURE it was on Harriet Island. Thought all those folks "up there" were nutz!

Sure felt foolish when that White Castle box was found.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:29pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2630 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

To *moi* - being in the correct park is NOT overrated!!! I felt SSSOOO GGGOOODDD acing Conway! That alone was worth $10,000! If I make it to the correct park, I feel like I've accomplished something!

You got an Eagle Joe!!! somewhere in there, Ter.

JOE!!!

wolffpac - 06:32pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2631 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Students at the Montana State Med School were receiving their first anatomy class with a real dead human body. They are all gathered around a surgery table where a body lie, covered with a white sheet.

Then the professor started the class by telling them: "In medicine, it is necessary to have 2 important qualities as a doctor: The first is that it is necessary that you not be disgusted."

The Professor uncovered the sheet, sunk his finger in the ass of the dead body, withdrew it and sucked it.

"Go ahead and do the same thing," he told his students. The students freaked out, hesitated but subsequently taking turns, stuck their finger in the ass of the dead body and sucked after ; withdrawing it.

When everyone finished, the Professor looked at them and told them: "The second important quality is observation. I stuck the middle finger and sucked the index. Pay attention people!

Ares - 06:32pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2632 of 24793)

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green. i wasn't on the board for the conway hunt. which clue did you nail conway on?

Terry Valentine - 06:33pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2633 of 24793)

There are two years I felt really good about acing the correct park and really early...the Capital Mall and Langford. We were about the only ones out there both times after about 4 clues.

Of course the hunt at Langford never did find many folks out there.

Ares - 06:33pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2634 of 24793)

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now that was just plain sick, wolf. but strangely relevant.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:33pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2635 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

That said, Tim...

It REALLY WAS in Phalen in 2000 and it REALLY WAS moved to Newell.

Yep. I know these things. The Aliens tell me in my sleep...

Terry Valentine - 06:34pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2636 of 24793)

I'm outta here for awhile. Need to go do some errands for my Mom.

See yaz all later!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:36pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2637 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Ares, something about "trees in a line."

I started muttering to myself "trees in a line" over and over and just muttered, "wood - row".

Looked in Steve's book, found "Wilson Street" by Conway and confirmed to The Cooler that, indeed, The Med was at Conway. None o'us had any doubts after that one.

'Later, Ter!

Maureen Hursey - 06:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2638 of 24793)

Hi,

greenslvs2, Terry, and all the rest. Just looking back on the 98 board. Interesting stuff. Names have changed.

Ares - 06:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2639 of 24793)

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don't remember if it was the trees or the translucent peaks from sun-ray that did it for me.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:38pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2640 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Prolly to protect the not-so-innocent, Maureen. HI!!!

JOE!!!

Maureen Hursey - 06:38pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2641 of 24793)

Ian and the Rolling Stones

wolffpac - 06:39pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2642 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

When one of you "cooler heads" figure out what park it's in the year would you please tell me, I don't like "Hidden Falls!"

Maureen Hursey - 06:39pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2643 of 24793)

Mr. Sax, and Dave may have changed his name to Downtown Dave

Ares - 06:39pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2644 of 24793)

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don't you know, wolf. its in the frog pond! always.

wolffpac - 06:40pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2645 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Maybe I should check ther tonight.

wolffpac - 06:41pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2646 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Tim's probably all ready been there.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:42pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2647 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Ares, DO NOT get me started on that stupid "peak" clue! I was SO MAD!!!

Clue said "peak" - SINGULAR. Not "peaks" as in plural. I still don't think it was Sunray, but the singular peak on the warming house...

Ares - 06:43pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2648 of 24793)

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it did, didn't it.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:44pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2649 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

You DOUBT The-Totally-Clueless-And-In-The-Dark One???

Ares - 06:44pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2650 of 24793)

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no. i'm looking at the clue as we speak, er, write.

joe

Ares - 06:50pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2651 of 24793)

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and actually it was the "valuable sign" that pulled me over to the opposite backstop. there was a true value hardware store across wilson from the field with the bleachers.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:52pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2652 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Allison was hung up on that sign for awhile, too.

Someday I'll have to tell you the story about him and me taking turns digging between the power poles over by the warming house... Where The Spotter was.

Ares - 06:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2653 of 24793)

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you and those spotters, green.

Maureen Hursey - 06:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2654 of 24793)

Well Steve and I have had are moments TOO!

(Deleted message originally posted by green. (aka *green_brown*) on 06:55pm Jan 9, 2002 CST)

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:55pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2656 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

JOE!

Maureen, what take did you guys have on the "peak" clue? Sunray?

Maureen Hursey - 06:56pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2657 of 24793)

green, what's new this year!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 06:57pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2658 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

I'm becoming a mom and grandmother all at the same time...

Maureen Hursey - 06:57pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2659 of 24793)

About Sunray, I had no clue. Different clue writer's.

Maureen Hursey - 06:59pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2660 of 24793)

Steve was thier, and I was very sick! Went out once and went back home.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:00pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2661 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

And if this weather keeps up, I'll bee wearing The Fishing Bra and sharts (I grew up in IL...) instead o'son's blaze orange Beanie Baby-type suit.

tim_the_hunter - 07:00pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2662 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Okay, I admit, it is fun to be in the right park. I nailed chairokee, but only on sheer luck and unknown fellings, looking back I realize how confused I really was. I missed most of the Conway hunt do to illness. Newell was my first homerun, nailed the clues and actually got really close to it(of course anyone in the whole park was close) I was like 50 feet away. Then Como, the clues just fit except for clue 5 which we just ignored, which was the right thing to do. Hopefully this year, I will be as succesful in finding the park, and more succesful in finding the medallion.

Oooo, an accidental palimino(hehehe) joe!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:01pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2663 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

That's rite! You were in the hospital for awhile, like even twice! Pneumonia, wasn't it?

You up to snuff this year? Gonna go for Chair-O-Key a deux? :D

wolffpac - 07:02pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2664 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

Tim, go back and look at post 2631

tim_the_hunter - 07:02pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2665 of 24793)

I thought not just any fool could find it. What kind of lie is that?

Is that your joke? I thought it was hilarious! I am gonna use that one.

wolffpac - 07:03pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2666 of 24793)

You dig, We'll Find!

"lil wolff" sent it to me.

Maureen Hursey - 07:05pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2667 of 24793)

Green have you heard from Greg this year.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:06pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2668 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Nope. Hope to see him. Haven't seen him since Gabe's last year.

Maureen Hursey - 07:06pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2669 of 24793)

Green,

Give me a call.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:07pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2670 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Or do you mean Greg Sax? I *thought* you meant your bro! LOL!!!

Ter said that Greg Sax isn't going to be able to make it back here this year. Which bums me. Hopefully he'll be posting on here, tho.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:07pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2671 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

I need your number...

Maureen Hursey - 07:08pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2672 of 24793)

Sax, how do you get Steve out of Greg.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:09pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2673 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Ah... Would you believe doing three things at once, not paying attention, and it seems to be my usual MO! LOL!!!

Maureen Hursey - 07:13pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2674 of 24793)

O.K.

I'm on vacation this year, 2nd Holiday of the year.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:21pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2675 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Tim, what was the 5th Como Clue you ignored?

Downtown Dave - 07:37pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2676 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

Hey Green! To answer your question, none of my vitals have changed.

Downtown Dave - 07:38pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2677 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

Perhaps I should rephrase that, seeing that in print looks odd--How 'bout, none of my information has changed since last year.

Maureen Hursey - 07:44pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2678 of 24793)

Dave,

Check 2643, My mistake

Ares - 07:46pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2679 of 24793)

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evening dave

Saint Paul Park Ranger - 07:46pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2680 of 24793)

"Are we having fun yet?"

OK, LET'S ALL BE AWARE OF PARK HOURS, OBEY ALL POSTED RULES, AND RESPECT PUBLIC PROPERTY. WE ALL HAVE TO PUT IN EXTRA HOURS THIS YEAR. NO RANGER IN UNIFORM IS CONNECTED IN ANY MANNER WITH THE SPOTTERS. WE ARE SIMPLY DOING OUR JOB.

Maureen Hursey - 07:49pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2681 of 24793)

That's one good way to bring down the board. Of course, I always respect Mr. Park Ranger.

Downtown Dave - 07:54pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2682 of 24793)

I like to dress up squirrels in fancy clothing. Just a hobby.

Said in best "Yogi Bear" voice--"Thank you Mr. Ranger!"

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:57pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2683 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

DDave! I'm so happy none o'those vitals changed! You'd stopped my heart there for a sec and I was about to cry!

Roger-Dodger! I must'a hit pay dirt... Will add that in the Misc Column.

Thanky very much, Sir!

Ares, what's the 5th Como Clue? I'm wondering if ittiz the one that sent *me* scurrying around to all the bus stop signs in Como! LOL!!!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 07:58pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2684 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

I told you guys there's Spotters. Mr. Ranger just comfirmed it, Boo-Boo!

Maureen Hursey - 08:00pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2685 of 24793)

Green,

I'm a little worried about the 24 hour access, at least I'm not a different hair color.

Ares - 08:04pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2686 of 24793)

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green assuming youre talking about last year's hunt:

A man of steel cannot be real, But another has plenty of mettle. Look for his name around our deal, And you'll be in very fine fettle.

To escape the herd find a peaceful bird Somewhere deep in the snow. Our treasure is boxed inside the word, And that's what you need to know.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 08:05pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2687 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Mr. Ranger missed me in Phalen two years ago... I'm not worried.

But I was just reminded o'something... Millions of posts back, someone was talking about how they hoped The Med (that's going to be hidden in a California naval orange...) would be placed in a park with parking...

If you remember at Chair-O-Key, the Cods never hassled us about parking. There was parking in every single "NO PARKING" zone there was and not a single Cod batted an eye...

So, can sumbuddy xplain to me WHY the Cods gave out parking tickets at Conway????? Same city, for crying in a bucket!!!

Because o'different precincts? And they were pis, uhmmm... angry?

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 08:07pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2688 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Thanks, Ares. Yeah. Meant last year.

I didn't noodle that one either. Do many folks noodle very hard what The Med's in?

Maureen Hursey - 08:09pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2689 of 24793)

Green,

Senior's it., and Nursery Child. could not attend their classes.

Maureen Hursey - 08:09pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2690 of 24793)

Spell checker goofed, Cit.

Ares - 08:10pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2691 of 24793)

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nah. they just had quotas to meet and they were easy to net.

Maureen Hursey - 08:12pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2692 of 24793)

Really, it was the access. Not being available.

Maureen Hursey - 08:14pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2693 of 24793)

Mr. Park Ranger had nothing to do with that one.

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 08:16pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2694 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Well, it did become [very] painfully *obvious* to me I was on another planet and totally way wrong!

leelabell - 08:17pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2695 of 24793)

MR. NEWSSSSS87 sounds curiously like someone else I know.

I am feeling soooooooo neglected. Green left a message for my hubby but not one for me.

LIQUOR LADY - 08:18pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2696 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

I didn't have to worry about parking at conway, aunt and uncle lived across the street, had my own personal parking spot whenever I wanted! :)

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 08:18pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2697 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Leela! I did?

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 08:19pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2698 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Ah! Different last names! You're on the second page, Leelabell!

LIQUOR LADY - 08:20pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2699 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

hey leela, I died my stuff today, now somehow I managed to get the hot pink around my lips, don't ask me how, and my fingers are black! I'm just not cut out for this crafty stuff!

leelabell - 08:21pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2700 of 24793)

MR. NEWSSSSS87 sounds curiously like someone else I know.

Green- He ran to the phone but missed it this time.

LL- I can't wait to see your duds.

LIQUOR LADY - 08:22pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2701 of 24793)

TODAY'S MIGHTY OAK IS JUST YESTERDAY'S NUT THAT HELD IT'S GROUND.

thank god I still have 9 days for it to wear off!

green. (aka *green_brown*) - 08:22pm Jan 9, 2002 CST (#2702 of 24793)

'Heads: Sat, Feb 2, 5-5:30 PM, at 10th & Cedar. Staging #F-14. Parade begins at 6:00 PM. THANK MOMPRESS FOR INVITING US!!!

Otay. Hang on.