THE 2019 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!!
(NEAR THE WATER PLANT ACROSS FROM RIVERVIEW PARK DOWN IN THE MARSH AREA IN SOME BRUSH UNDER A BIRD house)
CONGRATULATIONS TO GRACIA FOLKERINGA, JACOB FOLKERINGA & JEREMY SMITH
2019 MEDALLION HUNT
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 and will continue
throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on this
page daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash
prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming
the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on
Saturday, January 26th, 2019 through Sunday, February 10th, 2019 or until the
medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com
or text message to 612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on this
page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 2:45 p.m.
at the Coon Rapids Ice Arena (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day
events.
throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on this
page daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash
prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming
the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on
Saturday, January 26th, 2019 through Sunday, February 10th, 2019 or until the
medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com
or text message to 612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on this
page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 2:45 p.m.
at the Coon Rapids Ice Arena (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day
events.
Clue #1 - Saturday, January 26th:
In like a lamb this New Year has messed with our brain,
Thawing then freezing, some snow and then rain;
But as our Snowflake Days kicks off its celebratory run,
Prepare for more seasonal temps as we commence with the fun.
Here are some explanations of this years clues, congratulations to the finders and all those who braved the weather looking. Hope you had some fun.
In like a lamb this New Year has messed with our brain,
Thawing then freezing, some snow and then rain;
But as our Snowflake Days kicks off its celebratory run,
Prepare for more seasonal temps as we commence with the fun.
Here are some explanations of this years clues, congratulations to the finders and all those who braved the weather looking. Hope you had some fun.
Clue #2 - Sunday, January 27th:
The fancy cape and the hat have been just handed out,
To this year’s Marquis we can all give a shout;
Years of commitment at Cardinal Little League Park,
In his civic involvement Scott Latta sets the mark.
Simply a shout out to this years Marquis, it was actually just a coincidence that Cardinal Little League Park is in Riverview Park. You don't think I would make it that easy?
The fancy cape and the hat have been just handed out,
To this year’s Marquis we can all give a shout;
Years of commitment at Cardinal Little League Park,
In his civic involvement Scott Latta sets the mark.
Simply a shout out to this years Marquis, it was actually just a coincidence that Cardinal Little League Park is in Riverview Park. You don't think I would make it that easy?
Clue #3 - Monday, January 28th:
Five hundred dollars to the Sherlock who is sharp with their eyes,
Shout out to the volunteers who have donated the prize;
Concerts, kid’s movies, and our fireworks to name just a few,
Thanks Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation board crew.
Wanted to put in a plug for the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation which supports our city's celebrations (including Snowflake Days) throughout the year.
Five hundred dollars to the Sherlock who is sharp with their eyes,
Shout out to the volunteers who have donated the prize;
Concerts, kid’s movies, and our fireworks to name just a few,
Thanks Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation board crew.
Wanted to put in a plug for the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation which supports our city's celebrations (including Snowflake Days) throughout the year.
Clue #4 - Tuesday, January 29th:
Our Mascot Rocky says a Snowflake Days button is key,
Go ahead test the water just three dollars is the fee;
On city property it’s hidden sometimes high, sometimes low,
Once uncovered the medallion shiny gold it will glow.
Rocky reminding you to pick up your Snowflake Days button, first reference to water, and the fact the medallion is colored gold.
Our Mascot Rocky says a Snowflake Days button is key,
Go ahead test the water just three dollars is the fee;
On city property it’s hidden sometimes high, sometimes low,
Once uncovered the medallion shiny gold it will glow.
Rocky reminding you to pick up your Snowflake Days button, first reference to water, and the fact the medallion is colored gold.
Clue #5 - Wednesday, January 30th:
We are all creatures of habit, some follow, some lead,
Persistence can payoff if you plant a positive seed;
Away from the dales, the trees and the plant,
Keep from your mind all those thoughts that say can’t.
This clue is directional in nature, away from Northdale and Riverdale, not in the streets named for trees or flowers.
We are all creatures of habit, some follow, some lead,
Persistence can payoff if you plant a positive seed;
Away from the dales, the trees and the plant,
Keep from your mind all those thoughts that say can’t.
This clue is directional in nature, away from Northdale and Riverdale, not in the streets named for trees or flowers.
Clue #6 - Thursday, January 31st:
Streets and some Lanes, and even some Drives,
Just when you have given up “hope” it arrives;
Catching your breath as you juggle the clues,
Between Boulevards are Circles and some Avenues.
The main line in here is between boulevards, CR Boulevard and Mississippi Blvd-- Hanson Blvd and Crooked Lake Blvd. There are many city owned properties which may fit this but it would narrow the spots.
Streets and some Lanes, and even some Drives,
Just when you have given up “hope” it arrives;
Catching your breath as you juggle the clues,
Between Boulevards are Circles and some Avenues.
The main line in here is between boulevards, CR Boulevard and Mississippi Blvd-- Hanson Blvd and Crooked Lake Blvd. There are many city owned properties which may fit this but it would narrow the spots.
Clue #7 - Friday, February 1st:
Forget all the rumors, skype or the twittering tweet,
Stay on the path, it could be right there at your feet;
Chances are a showy bulb will go off after all,
Possibly the one that was named for this man we recall.
This clue is in reference to Dahlia Park and the Dahlia Trail that runs over to Riverview Park. Dahlia is defined as a showy bulb discovered and named for Anders Dahl a Swedish Botanist. We all new that right!
Forget all the rumors, skype or the twittering tweet,
Stay on the path, it could be right there at your feet;
Chances are a showy bulb will go off after all,
Possibly the one that was named for this man we recall.
This clue is in reference to Dahlia Park and the Dahlia Trail that runs over to Riverview Park. Dahlia is defined as a showy bulb discovered and named for Anders Dahl a Swedish Botanist. We all new that right!
Clue #8 - Saturday, February 2nd:
Dashing around will get you nowhere fast,
The place that you find it will surely be the last;
Somewhat deceptive and obscure sound the clues,
In gauging the rhymes the feathered friends you should choose.
My mom used to tell me it would be in the last place I look, I had to do it. Of course the feathered friends clue is to the bird streets grid in our city.
Dashing around will get you nowhere fast,
The place that you find it will surely be the last;
Somewhat deceptive and obscure sound the clues,
In gauging the rhymes the feathered friends you should choose.
My mom used to tell me it would be in the last place I look, I had to do it. Of course the feathered friends clue is to the bird streets grid in our city.
Clue #9 - Sunday, February 3rd:
The look is not quite what it says in the name,
A large form of mice once excelled at this game;
Its color resembled the monster before it was razed,
Let’s win one for Paul, we remember and praised.
This clue is all about the past/history. First line references Riverview although you really can't see it from there.
Line 2 is about the River Rats a local softball team from the 70's. The Monster recalls the original Little League Park with the high dark green fence from the 60's that was torn down when the new complex was built. Finally not Wellstone but in memory of our friend Paul Perez a fixture at Riverview Park and the CR National/Cardinal Little League.
The look is not quite what it says in the name,
A large form of mice once excelled at this game;
Its color resembled the monster before it was razed,
Let’s win one for Paul, we remember and praised.
This clue is all about the past/history. First line references Riverview although you really can't see it from there.
Line 2 is about the River Rats a local softball team from the 70's. The Monster recalls the original Little League Park with the high dark green fence from the 60's that was torn down when the new complex was built. Finally not Wellstone but in memory of our friend Paul Perez a fixture at Riverview Park and the CR National/Cardinal Little League.
Clue #10 - Monday, February 4th:
Some searchers have been known in their quest to get nervous,
But that can’t be said of the Womens Royal Navy Service;
We can agree that Dubnium gives us a clue,
When factored together your area options are few.
WRENS was the nickname for the service group in England. Wren St. and Dubnium is the 105th atomic number (artificial element) 105th Ave.
Some searchers have been known in their quest to get nervous,
But that can’t be said of the Womens Royal Navy Service;
We can agree that Dubnium gives us a clue,
When factored together your area options are few.
WRENS was the nickname for the service group in England. Wren St. and Dubnium is the 105th atomic number (artificial element) 105th Ave.
Clue #11 - Tuesday, February 5th:
Down in the roofless flats, just up from the bank,
Three billion of these are the capacity rank;
Twenty four is the number that perform all the work,
Up to 700 is the distance that sometimes they may lurk.
First line reference to Riverview Terrace. Next three are all about the city water system and treatment plant. 3 billion gallons used a year, twenty four wells, and 700' the max depth.
Down in the roofless flats, just up from the bank,
Three billion of these are the capacity rank;
Twenty four is the number that perform all the work,
Up to 700 is the distance that sometimes they may lurk.
First line reference to Riverview Terrace. Next three are all about the city water system and treatment plant. 3 billion gallons used a year, twenty four wells, and 700' the max depth.
Clue #12 - Wednesday, February 6th:
Water is a key to this year’s travels through rhyme,
Some clues in the current, others way back in time;
Wearing some long johns out in the cold would be nice,
Seems only appropriate the circular medal is frozen in ice.
Another reference to water and the form the medallion could be found in.
Water is a key to this year’s travels through rhyme,
Some clues in the current, others way back in time;
Wearing some long johns out in the cold would be nice,
Seems only appropriate the circular medal is frozen in ice.
Another reference to water and the form the medallion could be found in.
Clue #13 - Thursday, February 7th:
Suddenly Rocky Raccoon comes down from the crest,
Wearing his goggles and a bright colored vest;
You would think that our hero has never been on skis,
He tumbles and rolls and then lands flat on his knees.
(not on his rear L.L.)
This is all about the sliding hill up in the Riverview Reservior Park as many of us oldtimers call it.
Suddenly Rocky Raccoon comes down from the crest,
Wearing his goggles and a bright colored vest;
You would think that our hero has never been on skis,
He tumbles and rolls and then lands flat on his knees.
(not on his rear L.L.)
This is all about the sliding hill up in the Riverview Reservior Park as many of us oldtimers call it.
Clue #14 - Friday, February 8th:
The second day clue would have put you across from the mark,
But the question comes up,” Is it part of the park?”
A form of WSUD appears somewhat out of the blue,
Just a field lengths walk from the fluoride based brew;
WSUD stands for Water Sensitive Urban Design and references things like wetlands, water supply/usage/treatment like fluoridation done in the plant next door.
The second day clue would have put you across from the mark,
But the question comes up,” Is it part of the park?”
A form of WSUD appears somewhat out of the blue,
Just a field lengths walk from the fluoride based brew;
WSUD stands for Water Sensitive Urban Design and references things like wetlands, water supply/usage/treatment like fluoridation done in the plant next door.
Clue #15 - Saturday, February 9th:
Saturdays clue would have reference the bird house which was within ten feet from medallion which was about 5 into the wetland, I know some others were close. Took a few drives by. Good Luck next year. Bring the kids and grandkids out to this weekends events.
Saturdays clue would have reference the bird house which was within ten feet from medallion which was about 5 into the wetland, I know some others were close. Took a few drives by. Good Luck next year. Bring the kids and grandkids out to this weekends events.
Clue #16 - Sunday, February 10th:
THE 2018 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!!
(In Sand Creek Park near a walking path on the NW side of the concession stand)
Congratulations to Mike & Vicki Jungbauer and
Aubrey Dutcher
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THE 2017 MEDALLION
HAS BEEN FOUND!
(In Erlandson Park behind the trees up the hill from the path by the black fence)
Congratulations to Stuart & Shannon Gates
(and Danny & Isabelle)!
