THE 2026 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!
cALEB jUNGBAUER FROM cOON rAPIDS FOUND THE MEDALLION ON MARSHLAND TRAIL - THORPE PARK.
(See explanation of clues below)
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2026 MEDALLION HUNT
The medallion hunt will begin on Friday, January 30th, 2026
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 2026 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 Friday, January 30th, 2026 through Sunday,
February 8th, 2026 or until medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should
email dian[email protected] 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
8th, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at the Coon Rapids City Hall
immediately following the Community Waffle Breakfast.
8) Finder of the 2026 medallion will receive a $500 prize!
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 2026 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 Friday, January 30th, 2026 through Sunday,
February 8th, 2026 or until medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should
email dian[email protected] 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
8th, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at the Coon Rapids City Hall
immediately following the Community Waffle Breakfast.
8) Finder of the 2026 medallion will receive a $500 prize!
Clue #1 - Friday, January 30th:
Our mascot Rocky the Racoon is back at his tricks,
Hiding the treasured medallion is one of his kicks;
Scouring the city landscape in search of a spot,
Knowing that many searchers are on to his plot.
Medallion was found on thursday down Marshland Trail across from Thorpe park-first 4 clues are informational, medallion was in ice and leaves about 15 ft off trail
Clue #2 - Saturday, january 31st:
a SNOWFLAKE DAYS BUTTON IS NEEDED TO CLAIM THE REWARD,
SIXTY-TWO YEAR TRADITION OF EVENTS AND MEMORIES STORED;
A WINTER ADVENTURE THE JAYCEES CONCEIVED WITH THIS AS THE REASON,
TO BRING THE MASSES FROM THEIR DWELLINGS TO REVEL IN THE SEASON.
Clue #3 - Sunday, February 1st:
From former councilmember to coach and numerous boards,
This longtime Coon Rapids resident is said to be smooth with the chords;
Our 2026 marquis is our good friend mr. bill kiecker,
rumor has it he is also a pretty good picker. (guitar that is)
Clue #4 - monday, february 2nd:
Now off on your frigid mission to bring home the gold,
Like the athletes in milan and cortina if you might be so bold;
on city property it can be found, not county or state,
good luck in your search and may success be your fate.
Clue #5 - tuesday, february 3rd:
A National Hall of Fame Coach once lived near this spot,
And his name is a clue to this realm when connecting the dot;
Once the area abutting was charred and blackened grass,
Thanks to a young man named Johnny and his magnifying glass.
see clue 8 on hall of fame coach, last two lines about an old friend of mine, and the grass swamp/field that abutts the trail, it happen about 60 years ago
Clue #6 - Wednesday, february 4th :
An area once synonymous with a both sides of the river plot,
And a place partially named like a missed wicket shot;
Down the street to a word for a group of second tier homestead,
Keep your mind on the prize lest the clues go to your head.
first line ref. to what was called anoka gardens-it is said anoka is dakohtan for two sides of the river- residential area across from Morris bye, bye can be a cricket term when wicket keeper misses the ball, 3rd line- is vague english description of a thorpe (park)
Clue #7 - thursday, february 5th:
Abutting this area like the heartwood from a sweet gum tree coloration,
Once referred to as stately residences in a well-configured formation;
Amenities are plentiful when you emerge from this location,
Yet technically close to double in size than its two-end destination.
the housing area to the freeway side of trail was once known by some as hazelwood manor- last two lines reference Marshland park and thorpe and the fact Marshland trail acres are twice that of the parks on either end
Clue #8 - friday, february 6th:
(Here are a couple more clues that would have been the next two days
Joel is the first name of the Hall of Fame Coach is a clue,
Simon and Garfunkel sang of his realm out in a clearing its true;
Just like the medallion color and it feels like a perfect fit,
Onward meandering down you go, with no time to sit.
the legendary late joel marsh was a long time coach of the Anoka/coon rapids boxing club and is in the golden glove boxing coaches hall of fame
Clue #9 - saturday, february 7th:
A flower of Mexican origin it’s said as your many thoughts align,
Seattle has a claim and you may say that’s just fine;
From a man named Anders the word does arise,
And the phrase 7A a cross connection surely applies.
this clue would have put have line up your streets when looking at a city map- dahlia is the flower = 7a is the hexadeciamal equiv. of 122 (ave)
tried to make them tough but the searchers are good it seems
Clue #10 - Sunday, february 8th:
THE 2025 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND in al flynn park
for clue meanings see below
Congratulations to Ken Meuleners from Coon Rapids!!
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Clue #1 - Friday, January 31st:
The daylight is slowly starting longer to trend,
You may have this strong wish for this season to end;
Coon Rapids Snowflake Days has arrived once again,
To bring us together and help get us out of our den.
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The daylight is slowly starting longer to trend,
You may have this strong wish for this season to end;
Coon Rapids Snowflake Days has arrived once again,
To bring us together and help get us out of our den.
info
Clue #2 - Saturday, February 1st:
Our 2025 Snowflake Marquis is of long community fame,
Involved on many levels and Pat Carlson is his name;
He brings a long list of city roles and many connections,
From officer, coach and now councilman to darn near perfections.
Info-great job Pat
Our 2025 Snowflake Marquis is of long community fame,
Involved on many levels and Pat Carlson is his name;
He brings a long list of city roles and many connections,
From officer, coach and now councilman to darn near perfections.
Info-great job Pat
Clue #3 - Sunday, February 2nd:
A button is needed to claim the hunt prize,
“Check out our website for search rules” Rocky cries;
Events can be found there for this year’s celebration too,
Kids hunt, hockey and snow sculptures to name just a few.
Info
A button is needed to claim the hunt prize,
“Check out our website for search rules” Rocky cries;
Events can be found there for this year’s celebration too,
Kids hunt, hockey and snow sculptures to name just a few.
Info
Clue #4 - Monday, February 3rd:
No A’s in the area if we are handing out grades,
Testing your knowledge lest your memory fades;
On city property only is locked into the rules,
Number one in the ladder of prize finding tools.
Clue meaning- not near Anoka or Andover, vague reference to fire station #1 which the trail leads to at its location on Egret.
No A’s in the area if we are handing out grades,
Testing your knowledge lest your memory fades;
On city property only is locked into the rules,
Number one in the ladder of prize finding tools.
Clue meaning- not near Anoka or Andover, vague reference to fire station #1 which the trail leads to at its location on Egret.
Clue #5 - Tuesday, February 4th:
Timed to get bundled all up and be on with your way,
Maybe a gentle push out the door as Tom Morris might say;
Off a heavily traveled path an assistant to the Dalton’s might convey,
To capture the medallion of gold is your ultimate prey.
Clue meaning- Tom Morris was a Scottish golfer , word putt was derived from the term gentle push, an assistant to the Dalton's in the show Yellowstone is actress Lilli Kay - leading you to Lilly Putt just in front of the park.
Timed to get bundled all up and be on with your way,
Maybe a gentle push out the door as Tom Morris might say;
Off a heavily traveled path an assistant to the Dalton’s might convey,
To capture the medallion of gold is your ultimate prey.
Clue meaning- Tom Morris was a Scottish golfer , word putt was derived from the term gentle push, an assistant to the Dalton's in the show Yellowstone is actress Lilli Kay - leading you to Lilly Putt just in front of the park.
Clue #6 - Wednesday, February 5th:
Our city history may be short in some people’s mind,
Remember a sleuth to help in your path to a find;
We know over time our long- term memory may fade,
Once known for a fresh connection to the theater trade.
Clue meaning- sleuth refers to former city building inspector Al Flynn that park is named for, old timers know it as city park. Last line references the original softball field which oldtimers nicknamed "popcorn park" for its short fences and how the balls flew out of it.
Our city history may be short in some people’s mind,
Remember a sleuth to help in your path to a find;
We know over time our long- term memory may fade,
Once known for a fresh connection to the theater trade.
Clue meaning- sleuth refers to former city building inspector Al Flynn that park is named for, old timers know it as city park. Last line references the original softball field which oldtimers nicknamed "popcorn park" for its short fences and how the balls flew out of it.
Clue #7 - Thursday, February 6th:
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Something of Yupik origin is part of the conceptual plan,
From the last to the current on slightly more than a wingspan;
Behind in your quest a span might be cool,
Rich in the past will soon take you to school.
*these would have been the clues for the next couple days
Clue meaning- part of conceptual plan for park is kayaking on Coon Creek, kayaks believed to be created first by Yupik Eskimos of Alaska, construction is currently underway for a bridge over CR Blvd. which could take some to school in old city hall- last to the current references location of last year's medallion along Coon Creek.
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Something of Yupik origin is part of the conceptual plan,
From the last to the current on slightly more than a wingspan;
Behind in your quest a span might be cool,
Rich in the past will soon take you to school.
*these would have been the clues for the next couple days
Clue meaning- part of conceptual plan for park is kayaking on Coon Creek, kayaks believed to be created first by Yupik Eskimos of Alaska, construction is currently underway for a bridge over CR Blvd. which could take some to school in old city hall- last to the current references location of last year's medallion along Coon Creek.
Clue #8 - Friday, February 7th:
If snow is in the forecast it may double your trouble,
This line in the maze disguised in some rubble;
Rocky our mascot is back at it with a historical trick,
Paving his ridiculous riddles brick by each brick.
Clue meaning- talks about double train track along park, and the clay hole (Al Flynn Pond) source of the clay for a brick making company back in history. Remaining clues would have pinpointed location in a gully just off the trail under one of about 20 rocks.
If snow is in the forecast it may double your trouble,
This line in the maze disguised in some rubble;
Rocky our mascot is back at it with a historical trick,
Paving his ridiculous riddles brick by each brick.
Clue meaning- talks about double train track along park, and the clay hole (Al Flynn Pond) source of the clay for a brick making company back in history. Remaining clues would have pinpointed location in a gully just off the trail under one of about 20 rocks.
Clue #9 - Saturday, February 8th:
Clue #10 - Sunday, February 9th:
THE 2024 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!
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FOUND BY TOM LAUINGER ON THE SAND CREEK CORRIDOR TRAIL WHERE IT JOINS WITH THE MALLORY TRAIL. UP THE TRAIL ALONG THE CREEK FROM LIONS PARK ABOUT 1/8 OF A MILE
No snow and unseasonably mild weather -
what a winter!
The Medallion Hunt WILL TAKE PLACE!!
what a winter!
The Medallion Hunt WILL TAKE PLACE!!
Clue #1 - Saturday, January 27:
Nineteen sixty-four was the year the idea took flight,
A committed group of volunteers with community focus in sight;
Sixty years later Snowflake Days continues to bring us together,
Coon Rapids events to enjoy in the peak of winter weather.
Medallion was found quicker than expected, up the trail from Lions Park near the junction of Sand Creek and Coon Creek. It was about 12 feet off the trail on the underside of a partial piece of log and partially buried in the ground and covered with leaves. Additional clues and some explanations below.
Nineteen sixty-four was the year the idea took flight,
A committed group of volunteers with community focus in sight;
Sixty years later Snowflake Days continues to bring us together,
Coon Rapids events to enjoy in the peak of winter weather.
Medallion was found quicker than expected, up the trail from Lions Park near the junction of Sand Creek and Coon Creek. It was about 12 feet off the trail on the underside of a partial piece of log and partially buried in the ground and covered with leaves. Additional clues and some explanations below.
Clue #2 - Sunday, January 28:
This year's celebration is larger and longer than most,
Today a Guns vs Hoses hockey game the Ice Center will host;
Check out all the events like the Flop, Sweat and Tears Comedy Fun,
Headlined by the "Common Man" our own tough guy town prodigy son.
Informational- Comedy Show is this Friday at Bunker Hills, tickets still available, see events list for tickets.
This year's celebration is larger and longer than most,
Today a Guns vs Hoses hockey game the Ice Center will host;
Check out all the events like the Flop, Sweat and Tears Comedy Fun,
Headlined by the "Common Man" our own tough guy town prodigy son.
Informational- Comedy Show is this Friday at Bunker Hills, tickets still available, see events list for tickets.
Clue #3 - Monday, January 29:
As you travel the streets, the sidewalks, and trails all around,
Rocky our mascot will tell you on city property the prize will be found;
Our winter was late getting started but has finally arrived,
Thus, our annual hunt is a go, and the mystery clues are contrived.
Informational
As you travel the streets, the sidewalks, and trails all around,
Rocky our mascot will tell you on city property the prize will be found;
Our winter was late getting started but has finally arrived,
Thus, our annual hunt is a go, and the mystery clues are contrived.
Informational
Clue #4 - Tuesday, January 30:
She has lived in Coon Rapids from her childhood years,
Quite known for her volunteering with few as her peers;
For her long dedication to our youth, we should all give a cheer,
Marquis Sue Erickson is the wonderful choice for our sixtieth year.
Informational, Great job Sue
She has lived in Coon Rapids from her childhood years,
Quite known for her volunteering with few as her peers;
For her long dedication to our youth, we should all give a cheer,
Marquis Sue Erickson is the wonderful choice for our sixtieth year.
Informational, Great job Sue
Clue #5 - Wednesday, January 31:
Fifteen days is the length and watch close at the weather,
Our snow sculptures and ice bar maybe short lived altogether;
Rocky spies a form of zig zag from this start in the east,
Then at two hundred seventy he goes in search of his feast.
This clue referenced the start of the Sand Creek Corridor Trail at Goldenrod St. , zig zag is a type of Goldenrod, 270 is the degrees on a Cardinal Compass referencing the direction west.
Fifteen days is the length and watch close at the weather,
Our snow sculptures and ice bar maybe short lived altogether;
Rocky spies a form of zig zag from this start in the east,
Then at two hundred seventy he goes in search of his feast.
This clue referenced the start of the Sand Creek Corridor Trail at Goldenrod St. , zig zag is a type of Goldenrod, 270 is the degrees on a Cardinal Compass referencing the direction west.
Clue #6 - Thursday, February 1:
Rocky reminds us that a Snowflake button is needed to claim your reward,
Consider buying a few to help our events in the years moving forward;
With hundreds of acres our new look mascot is using for places to hide,
From a distant north body this rambles to near its final reside.
Distant body is about Coon Lake where Coon Creek gets it start.
Rocky reminds us that a Snowflake button is needed to claim your reward,
Consider buying a few to help our events in the years moving forward;
With hundreds of acres our new look mascot is using for places to hide,
From a distant north body this rambles to near its final reside.
Distant body is about Coon Lake where Coon Creek gets it start.
Clue #7 - Friday, February 2:
Time to take up the challenge as you check your clues now and then,
A belting link of land defines this thing in a Coon Rapids glen;
Scour the city as you carefully dissect this twisted tail,
Nowhere approximate to a Northtown but somewhat close to a dale.
This clues talks about the trail corridors and Northdale Boulevard that runs parallel to the trail.
Time to take up the challenge as you check your clues now and then,
A belting link of land defines this thing in a Coon Rapids glen;
Scour the city as you carefully dissect this twisted tail,
Nowhere approximate to a Northtown but somewhat close to a dale.
This clues talks about the trail corridors and Northdale Boulevard that runs parallel to the trail.
Clue #8 - Saturday, February 3:
Rocky says, “riddle me this” as he tries to figure out more,
With hundreds of great options but who’s keeping score;
Unfortunate or unlucky may define this particular place,
Seekers may think just the opposite in this wintery race.
The medallion was found on this morning, this clue is about Mallory Trail which intersects with the Coon Creek Trail for a short time before heading north, Mallory is derived from a french word/name meaning unfortunate or unlucky. Medallion was just west of this junction.
Rocky says, “riddle me this” as he tries to figure out more,
With hundreds of great options but who’s keeping score;
Unfortunate or unlucky may define this particular place,
Seekers may think just the opposite in this wintery race.
The medallion was found on this morning, this clue is about Mallory Trail which intersects with the Coon Creek Trail for a short time before heading north, Mallory is derived from a french word/name meaning unfortunate or unlucky. Medallion was just west of this junction.
Clue #9 - Sunday, February 4:
Planned clues in blue:
Do not let a hinged barrier in the area get in your play,
From this newer development you are not far in a way;
When out driving in the city you might stop here to fill up your gas,
It’s hidden in view that some know as a place greasy grass.
this clue talks first about Gateway area just across Hanson from Lions Park, last two lines reference Little Bighorn which many plains Indians call the battle of Greasy Grass. Little Bighorn Propane business is just across Northdale.
Planned clues in blue:
Do not let a hinged barrier in the area get in your play,
From this newer development you are not far in a way;
When out driving in the city you might stop here to fill up your gas,
It’s hidden in view that some know as a place greasy grass.
this clue talks first about Gateway area just across Hanson from Lions Park, last two lines reference Little Bighorn which many plains Indians call the battle of Greasy Grass. Little Bighorn Propane business is just across Northdale.
Clue #10 - Monday, February 5:
This season has been strange with winter quite late to arrive,
An NFL dream of this being restored may help in your drive;
Then again from the East if you choose to be fair,
You will be in the company of a rich history of care.
Talks about the roar being restored for the Detroit Lions, to get you to Lions Park, and Camilia Rose community just to the East.
This season has been strange with winter quite late to arrive,
An NFL dream of this being restored may help in your drive;
Then again from the East if you choose to be fair,
You will be in the company of a rich history of care.
Talks about the roar being restored for the Detroit Lions, to get you to Lions Park, and Camilia Rose community just to the East.
Clue #11 - Tuesday, February 6:
Options are several and paths like chicken noodle soup,
When you arrive in the area do not get thrown for a loop;
Go in the direction that turns away from the mob,
To “What a difference one life can make” is spoken of Bob.
Clue would have told you to not take the Loop trail from the South parking lot of Lions Coon Creek Park but rather the trail where on a park bench is a small plaque with a wonderful tribute in memory of Bob Thistle.
Options are several and paths like chicken noodle soup,
When you arrive in the area do not get thrown for a loop;
Go in the direction that turns away from the mob,
To “What a difference one life can make” is spoken of Bob.
Clue would have told you to not take the Loop trail from the South parking lot of Lions Coon Creek Park but rather the trail where on a park bench is a small plaque with a wonderful tribute in memory of Bob Thistle.
Clue #12 - Wednesday, February 7:
With your thinking cap on and a clearer focus on the lanes,
Keep searching for things like root wads and may be cross vanes;
Two round objects are near and they sit side by side,
Keeping this going and for a short span it does hide.
this clue talks about Coon Creek restoration project that is described on signs in the area and the concrete culverts that run under the road.
With your thinking cap on and a clearer focus on the lanes,
Keep searching for things like root wads and may be cross vanes;
Two round objects are near and they sit side by side,
Keeping this going and for a short span it does hide.
this clue talks about Coon Creek restoration project that is described on signs in the area and the concrete culverts that run under the road.
Clue #13 - Thursday, February 8:
Final clues would have more pin- pointed the location and what to look for , thank for participating.
Final clues would have more pin- pointed the location and what to look for , thank for participating.
Clue #14 - Friday, February 9:
Clue #15 - Saturday, February 10:
Clue #16 - Sunday, February 11:
THE 2023 MEDALLION HAS
BEEN FOUND!
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Found by sara & Ben fuller by the JoBox on field 2 of moor park
2022 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!
Medallion was found today (2/3/22) in Wintercrest Park up the hill from Biochar filter pond/creek system, up the hill just down trail of 17th disc golf tee behind short vertical posts in a row.
Congratulations to Bob Gagner
Medallion was found today (2/3/22) in Wintercrest Park up the hill from Biochar filter pond/creek system, up the hill just down trail of 17th disc golf tee behind short vertical posts in a row.
Congratulations to Bob Gagner
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THE 2021 MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND!
(At Boulevard Plaza near a fire hydrant on the trail)
CONGRATULATIONS TO
ADAM & JESSICA KURSCHNER
(At Boulevard Plaza near a fire hydrant on the trail)
CONGRATULATIONS TO
ADAM & JESSICA KURSCHNER
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
(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
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)!
