{"id":1019,"date":"2022-04-22T19:25:27","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T19:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/?page_id=1019"},"modified":"2025-06-26T22:01:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T22:01:12","slug":"medallion-hunt","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/medallion-hunt\/","title":{"rendered":"Medallion Hunt"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-1019\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-1019-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-1019-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-1019-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" >\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><p>South St. Paul Kaposia Days would like to invite you to take part in our annual Medallion Hunt! Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/KaposiaDays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kaposia Days Facebook page<\/a> 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<sup>\u00a0<\/sup>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.\u00a0 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.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rules:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>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.<\/li>\n<li>Climbing will not be necessary. Do not alter city property at any time.<\/li>\n<li>South St. Paul Parks close promptly at 10:00PM. You may hunt 8:00am-10:00pm<\/li>\n<li>If you trespass outside of the 8:00am-10:00pm park hours, you will be disqualified from the hunt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>South St. Paul Kaposia Days reserves the right to discontinue the hunt at any time if public property is destroyed.<\/li>\n<li>To redeem the full prize award, the finder of the medallion must have a 2025 Kaposia Days button<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 1<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">Celebrating fifty years of past, present and future Days<br \/>\nAnd so to get you on your ways,<br \/>\nHere are some tips for success:<br \/>\nFollow the rules, grab a book,<br \/>\nA cypher can\u2019t hurt either.<br \/>\nLook for the signs, our story aligns<br \/>\nAnd you might just end up by there.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s5\">Explanation<\/span><span class=\"s5\">:<\/span> \u00a0Kaposia Days is celebrating their 50<span class=\"s6\">th<\/span> year! \u00a0We provide some insight and tips for the clues to come in this hunt.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 2<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">Kaposia Days is a public affair<br \/>\nSearch do not destroy, please take care<br \/>\nNo private property or ground under repair<br \/>\nAvoid looking after hours and always be aware<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0Be respectful of the land while looking for the medallion, it is only hidden on public property.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 3<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">What is it like to live but really have nowhere to go?<br \/>\nA scent as rich as the rosy fragrance of dough.<br \/>\nToday it\u2019s easy to learn a thing in lieu<br \/>\nOf numerous volumes but there\u2019s our glue<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0The chapter from Lois Glewwe\u2019s <span class=\"s7\">South St. Paul: \u00a0A Brief History<\/span> entitled \u2018The Smell of Money\u2019 begins with the line, \u201cWhat is it like to grow up and live in a stockyards town?\u201d \u00a0This is to draw attention to the area of the old stockyards where our medallion is hidden.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 4<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">A lot of talk is needed converse with your squad<br \/>\nIf after this loot is your absolute goal<br \/>\nWe won\u2019t assess penalty for all of this racket<br \/>\nFor it\u2019s not \u201ctouch\u00e9\u201d that we are pursuing<br \/>\nKeen witted minds will gleam what is misplaced<br \/>\nVerse irregular schemes we have changed-over<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0First 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. \u00a0AFSCME union building sits across the street from the hiding location.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">Parking may earn you a nickel if you are in a pickle<br \/>\nUnpack where our belonging is stored<br \/>\nRun home for what you are missing, this is not a place for kissing<br \/>\nWe all love what they have abhorred<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0The land where the Armour Gates are located was once used as a parking lot and outdoor storage for the meatpacking plant<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 6<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">Establish area and plant flag<br \/>\nPress your neighbor for modern solution<br \/>\nGuarding from hounds\u2019 tails without a wag<br \/>\nStruck out by a local institution<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0Various words within the clue can be found on the historical marker erected at the Armour Gates site. \u00a0Establish, plant, press, modern, guard, hound.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 7<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">Go! She screams may your worth be your guide<br \/>\nBe fast to beat the plundering tide<br \/>\nIf not by stick you\u2019re pushed overboard<br \/>\nThen by point of not forgotten sword<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0Referencing multiple companies in the area, Rogosheske law firm, Kenworth trucking, Sportsman\u2019s Guide, Kwik Trip, and Davey\u2019s Tree Service. \u00a0Alpheus Stickney organized the first stockyards, in the now Bridgepoint Business area, eventually bringing Armour &amp; Company to town.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\">Clue 8<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">We fed troops overseas and withstood flavorful breeze<br \/>\nWhether we were street sweepers or a linebacker<br \/>\nOur blood full of manure, but they still stand for sure\u2019er<br \/>\nOnce, and for always, a packer<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0The 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.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 9<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">Speak less and listen just a little harder, man<br \/>\nArm yourself with tools for this disputed public land<br \/>\nWhile the outcome to all is a mystery<br \/>\nDon\u2019t miss out on your chance at history<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0The medallion is hidden at the intersection of Hardman and Armour Avenues, land currently being held by the Economic Development Authority.<\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\">Clue 10<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s4\">At the gates so many have entered and left<br \/>\nBut you are here now and passed the test<br \/>\nFrom the marker count three trees east<br \/>\nToo far if you get where not to park<br \/>\nTen big paces in from the walk lies our beast<br \/>\nTo help align, search for a spark<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s5\">Explanation:<\/span> \u00a0The medallion is hidden at the Armour Gates public land in fairly open area among untamed plants. \u00a0The 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. \u00a0Thank you to all participants, sponsors, and our Kaposia Days Board for another fun hunt!<\/p>\n<p><strong>General Conditions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Individuals under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n<p>All HUNTING WILL DONE BE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Please abide by all the laws and requests of police officers or local officials.<\/p>\n<p><em>Kaposia Days Hunt Host: New Age Notos.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1319\" src=\"http:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6374-300x193.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6374-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6374-1024x660.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6374-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6374-1536x990.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6374-2048x1320.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Hunt Sponsors: Carolina Creations &amp; Tatonka Woodworks.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1318\" src=\"http:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6375-300x190.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6375-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6375-1024x648.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6375-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6375-1536x972.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_6375-2048x1296.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1528\" src=\"http:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tatonka-Woodworks-Logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"318\" height=\"125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tatonka-Woodworks-Logo.jpg 318w, https:\/\/kaposiadays.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tatonka-Woodworks-Logo-300x118.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 318px) 100vw, 318px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South St. Paul Kaposia Days would like to invite you to take part in our annual Medallion Hunt! 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