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Merriam Visitors Bureau
6505 East Frontage Road, Suite 6
Merriam, KS 66202
(913) 403-8999
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Cache in on Merriam Tourism!
Geocache Details

CACHE LOCATIONS: #1  | #2  |  #3  |  #4  | #5
GUIDELINES | ENTER CONTEST | CONTEST FLYER

Thanks for “caching in on Merriam tourism”.  As part of our new summer promotion, we invite you to geocache your way through Merriam to find the hidden treasures placed by the Visitors Bureau.

Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden outdoor containers, called geocaches, and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support for the environment.

Have fun and remember to log your finds!

Location #1:  On the Highway to History!

Waypoints: N 39○ 00.872 / W 094○ 41.442
Description: Welcome to Merriam!  We’re looking “fourward” to your visit.  To find this geocache, you’ll need to walk back in time to discover more about our town’s founding.
Clue #1: Four
Clue #2: “Signed” by the Campbells
Clue #3: Pathway to history

Fun for Kids:  De-code the secret message for a 4th clue!

25-7-11 _ 18-13-1-19-8-15-19-2  _ 13-18
22-14-21-20-3-11-4-4-25-13-19

Location #2:  Sweet Treat!

Waypoints: N 39○ 01.653 / W 094○ 41.581
Description: At this geocache location, treat yourself to a Green River, Black and White, or Egg and Cream!
Clue #1: Downtown Merriam
Clue #2: Hoyas Rx
Clue #3: Old-fashioned

Fun for Kids:  De-code the secret message for a 4th clue!

22-7-13-22-13-4-14-25-11 _ 16-7-14-24-11

Location #3:  Established 1873

Waypoints: N 38○ 59.614 / W 094○ 41.209
Description: This small patch of land was founded in 1850 by a group of Pioneers associated with the Quaker Indian Mission.
Clue #1: Busy corner
Clue #2: Sitting place
Clue #3: Restful

Fun for Kids:  De-code the secret message for a 4th clue!

2-13-15-19-2 _ 25-13 _ 25-7-11 _ 22-7-14-20-11-4

Location #4:  Gobbler’s Brook 

Waypoints: N 38○  59.608 / W 094○ 42.071
Description: Meander along to view nature and beautiful scenery.
Clue #1: Choo-Choo
Clue #2: Thanksgiving Stream
Clue #3: 3.88 miles

Fun for Kids:  De-code the secret message for a 4th clue!

14-22-22-11-16-16 _ 20-13-15-19-25

Location #5:  Justice for All 

Waypoints: N 39○ 02.219 / W 094○ 41.563
Description: Historic female leader in South Park desegregation.
Clue #1: 1949
Clue #2: Civil rights pioneer
Clue #3: Webb v School District

Fun for Kids:  De-code the secret message for a 4th clue!

21-11-21-13-10-15-14-4 _ 21-14-10-24-11-10

Contest Guidelines

  • The “Cache in on Merriam Tourism” Geocache Contest runs from May 9 – August 31, 2009.
  • The Visitors Bureau has placed five hidden geocaches within the City of Merriam boundaries.  Click here for cache information!  Each cache includes a basic name, waypoints, description and clues to assist in locating the hidden cache.  Once you locate each cache, please sign the guest log book with your name, city and state. 
  • Write down the “secret” code at each cache location and then log your secret codes at www.exploremerriam.com for your chance to win a Garmin Venture HC E-trex (or cash equivalent in the form of a Visa Debit Card).  Feel free to attach a photo(s) of your finds in Merriam!
  • At least one geocache code must be entered to be eligible for the prize; one entry per person.
  • The winner will be notified via phone or email in September, 2009.  You must reciprocate contact before your prize will be shipped to ensure proper mailing address and contact information.  If we do not receive return contact within two weeks after notification, another winner will be selected.

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