Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt — January 1995

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Clue #1

Befitting the season, there's a reason
To begin your search without fail.
Your reward could be mighty pleasin'
If you unravel our treasure tale.

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Clue #2

A thing to realize as you hunt for the prize
Is that you can't go wide of the mark.
Ramsey County is where the treasure lies
And it's hidden in a public park.

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Clue #3

'Tis no easy measure to secure the treasure
But here's a clue to help you get by.
To end your hunt with great pleasure,
Look for water in the earth and sky.

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Clue #4

To succeed in this deed, look where the weed
Meets the seasonal plastic and wood.
This clue will help you speed
To the appropriate neighborhood.

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Clue #5

Letters times three will help you to see
When you've come into view of the prize.
So search out this trio faithfully
And soon you'll be wealthy and wise.

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Clue #6

Every time you read a new rhyme
You'll be nearer the treasure location,
For these verses are a trove most sublime
Of initial information.

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Clue #7

Consider a place to learn as you try to discern
The location of your quarry.
And if you need guidance on where to turn
Just keep your search elementary.

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Clue #8

Remember the thrill of going downhill
As you hunt for an object in the snow.
And if you want to prove your skill,
Look for a place where oak and pine grow.

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Clue #9

Evidence on the trail of this holy grail
Can often be quite conflicting.
So if you really hope to prevail,
Thoughts of a fight won't be restricting.

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Clue #10

Enough of this helter, enough of this skelter,
Here's a clue that's not so demanding.
If you find your way to shelter,
The results could be outstanding.

Keep history in mind of the Puritan kind
And think of a governor named John.
This will put you on the road to a find
That will make you richer ere long.

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Clue #11

Perhaps we're to blame if this puzzling game
Has become a source of displeasure.
But think of an old Ford with an avian name
And you'll soon close in on the treasure.

Also seek the dream by the brink of a stream
(Careful, this clue is full of deceit),
Looking over hill and dale would also seem
A good way to be near the right street.

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Clue #12

Really out in the dark and off the mark?
Well, here's a clue that's hard to beat.
The treasure's in Battle Creek Park
In the vicinity of Winthrop Street.

Keep in view picnic pavilion No. 2,
Then go 75 paces west southwest.
And if lady luck smiles upon you
Your search will be crowned with success.

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