South St. Paul Kaposia Days would like to invite you to take part in our annual Medallion Hunt! Visit the Kaposia Days Facebook page for daily clues. There will be two clues a day starting Sunday, June 22nd at 5PM and ending with one final clue on Friday, June 27th for a total of 10 Clues. The Clues will come out at 9AM and 5PM with the final clue coming out at noon on the 27th. Search for the hidden medallion on public land in South Saint Paul. If found take a photo of where you found the medallion, call the number with it to return it, and receive your $300 prize. The finders of the medallion will have the opportunity to be honored in the Grande Parade on Friday evening.
Rules:
- The medallion will not be hidden on any school property, Northview Pool or Lorraine Pool, under any skating surface, on a baseball/softball field, under any ground, any gated area, or at any construction site.
- Climbing will not be necessary. Do not alter city property at any time.
- South St. Paul Parks close promptly at 10:00PM. You may hunt 8:00am-10:00pm
- If you trespass outside of the 8:00am-10:00pm park hours, you will be disqualified from the hunt.
- If you find the Kaposia Days medallion, PROMPTLY call the number on the medallion or message FB for further instructions on how to claim the prize.
- South St. Paul Kaposia Days reserves the right to discontinue the hunt at any time if public property is destroyed.
- To redeem the full prize award, the finder of the medallion must have a 2025 Kaposia Days button
Clue 1
Celebrating fifty years of past, present and future Days
And so to get you on your ways,
Here are some tips for success:
Follow the rules, grab a book,
A cypher can’t hurt either.
Look for the signs, our story aligns
And you might just end up by there.
Explanation: Kaposia Days is celebrating their 50th year! We provide some insight and tips for the clues to come in this hunt.
Clue 2
Kaposia Days is a public affair
Search do not destroy, please take care
No private property or ground under repair
Avoid looking after hours and always be aware
Explanation: Be respectful of the land while looking for the medallion, it is only hidden on public property.
Clue 3
What is it like to live but really have nowhere to go?
A scent as rich as the rosy fragrance of dough.
Today it’s easy to learn a thing in lieu
Of numerous volumes but there’s our glue
Explanation: The chapter from Lois Glewwe’s South St. Paul: A Brief History entitled ‘The Smell of Money’ begins with the line, “What is it like to grow up and live in a stockyards town?” This is to draw attention to the area of the old stockyards where our medallion is hidden.
Clue 4
A lot of talk is needed converse with your squad
If after this loot is your absolute goal
We won’t assess penalty for all of this racket
For it’s not “touché” that we are pursuing
Keen witted minds will gleam what is misplaced
Verse irregular schemes we have changed-over
Explanation: First letter of the first word in the first line is A, second letter of the second word in the second line is F, third letter of the third word in the third line is S, fourth letter of the fourth word in the fourth line is C, fifth letter of the fifth word in the fifth line is M, sixth letter of the sixth word in the sixth line is E. AFSCME union building sits across the street from the hiding location.
Clue 5
Parking may earn you a nickel if you are in a pickle
Unpack where our belonging is stored
Run home for what you are missing, this is not a place for kissing
We all love what they have abhorred
Explanation: The land where the Armour Gates are located was once used as a parking lot and outdoor storage for the meatpacking plant
Clue 6
Establish area and plant flag
Press your neighbor for modern solution
Guarding from hounds’ tails without a wag
Struck out by a local institution
Explanation: Various words within the clue can be found on the historical marker erected at the Armour Gates site. Establish, plant, press, modern, guard, hound.
Clue 7
Go! She screams may your worth be your guide
Be fast to beat the plundering tide
If not by stick you’re pushed overboard
Then by point of not forgotten sword
Explanation: Referencing multiple companies in the area, Rogosheske law firm, Kenworth trucking, Sportsman’s Guide, Kwik Trip, and Davey’s Tree Service. Alpheus Stickney organized the first stockyards, in the now Bridgepoint Business area, eventually bringing Armour & Company to town.
Clue 8
We fed troops overseas and withstood flavorful breeze
Whether we were street sweepers or a linebacker
Our blood full of manure, but they still stand for sure’er
Once, and for always, a packer
Explanation: The last remnant standing of the meat packing plant which helped feed our troops during World War II and left a recognizable smell in the air, Armour Gates is where you want to search.
Clue 9
Speak less and listen just a little harder, man
Arm yourself with tools for this disputed public land
While the outcome to all is a mystery
Don’t miss out on your chance at history
Explanation: The medallion is hidden at the intersection of Hardman and Armour Avenues, land currently being held by the Economic Development Authority.
Clue 10
At the gates so many have entered and left
But you are here now and passed the test
From the marker count three trees east
Too far if you get where not to park
Ten big paces in from the walk lies our beast
To help align, search for a spark
Explanation: The medallion is hidden at the Armour Gates public land in fairly open area among untamed plants. The third tree to the east of the marker and the electric pole which is ten paces off the sidewalk is where it lies on the ground. Thank you to all participants, sponsors, and our Kaposia Days Board for another fun hunt!
General Conditions:
Individuals under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s permission to participate in the hunt. Non-compliance may result in disqualification. All participants agree that South St. Paul Kaposia Days, Sponsor and their respective affiliate companies, parents, subsidiaries, advertising representatives, and agent/consultants will have NO liability whatsoever and will be held harmless by participants for any injuries, losses, or damages of any kind resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from acceptance, possession, misuse or use of the prizes or participation in this contest. Except where legally prohibited, by accepting the award, the winner grants permission for the South St. Paul Kaposia Days, its partners, and those acting under its authority to use their name, photograph, voice, and likeness for advertising and publicity without compensation. Prize winner must be in possession of a 2024 Kaposia Days button.
All HUNTING WILL DONE BE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Please abide by all the laws and requests of police officers or local officials.
Kaposia Days Hunt Host: New Age Notos.
Hunt Sponsors: Carolina Creations & Tatonka Woodworks.
