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Submitted by Administrator on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 15:36

Medallion fullThe 2017 Oktoberfest Medallion Hunt will commence on Monday, September 18, 2017.

One clue will be posted on this page (scroll down) each day at approximately 6 a.m.

The 2017 Oktoberfest Medallion:

  • is always located within the La Crosse city limits
  • is never buried in the ground
  • is always on publicly-accessible property
  • is accessible 24 hours, BUT posted hours should be observed
  • fits in the palm of a hand
  • may be camouflaged

Please be respectful of public and private property and your fellow medallion hunters.

Prizes awaiting the person finding the medallion this year are gift certificates, Oktoberfest merchandise, a cash prize and a miniature replica of the medallion, compliments of Satori Arts.

To claim the prize package, the medallion finder must be wearing a 2017 Oktoberfest USA button at the time they present the medallion at the Oktoberfest office. The back side of the medallion includes a contact name and number to report that it has been found.

Thank you to our Medallion Hunt sponsor…

Altra Federal Credit Union 350

 

 
Hunt information
Dates:
First Clue:Monday, September 18, 2017
Found on:Friday, September 22, 2017
Finders:
NameHometown
Aidan Myhre
Prize:
Maximum Prize:Gift certificates, Oktoberfest merchandise, cash
Awarded Prize:Gift certificates, Oktoberfest merchandise, cash
Location:
General Location:Chad Erickson Memorial Park
Exact Location:
Concealer:Between two rocks
Clues
Clue #1
Published on Monday, September 18, 2017
Maple leaves of green and gold fall gently to the ground,
Cool, crisp air with the scent of freshly fallen fall fodder expound;
Clear blue skies and vegetation to compost,
It’s time to give a prost to the Midwest’s coast.
Explanation:
The search is on. The clue of maple hints toward an area that is park-like with maple trees.
 
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Clue #2
Published on Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Old Man River gently rolls on by,
Hixon, Colman, Easton and Gund launched efforts to beautify;
From Vernon to La Crosse the early efforts got a start,
Throughout the years many more would take part.
Explanation:
The first four members of the city’s Board of Parks points to a city park. Vernon to LaCrosse hints that an area between those streets is a clue.
 
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Clue #3
Published on Wednesday, September 20, 2017
With heat, humidity and mayflies ashore,
A toast to a country’s birth began with a roar;
The cold months, too, with twinkling lights aglow;
Grab your skates and join in the show.
Explanation:
Riverside Park along the Mississippi, where Riverfest and Rotary Lights are held, along with the skating area during Rotary Lights, have a link. The two festivals in the park hint to the site, as well as a call join in the show – the skating that became available this past winter.
 
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Clue #4
Published on Thursday, September 21, 2017
A Norwegian immigrant near the end of the century,
Plumbing was the mainstay to keep him in a flurry;
The next generation got wiser and turned up the heat,
Added cooling to make comfortable living complete.
Explanation:
The clue points to the founder of the Trane Co. The company’s more current years has links to the area where the medallion is located.
 
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Clue #5
Published on Friday, September 22, 2017
Its roots date back to the 1860s,
Over the years saw kids with many idiosyncrasies;
Its moniker remained for all but less than a year,
Minus some months with a collegiate peer.
Explanation:
State Road Elementary School, which had a short-lived name change to honor UWL Professor Emeritus Mauree Applegate Clack just under a month from Oct. 21-Nov.18, 1969, has ties to the area where the medallion is hidden.
 
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Clue #6
With labels like Schumacher, Smaders, Schmidy’s and Subway,
Hundreds of the boys and girls of summer flock to play;
Fast pitch, tee ball, coach pitch and more,
40 years plus of sports galore.
Explanation:
Shelby Youth Baseball and Softball has prospered for more than 40 years, with many teams sponsored by local business. This area is near the medallion’s location.
 
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Clue #7
Nearly five miles from the county courthouse,
For decades the city’s and county’s farm and poorhouse;
The depressed conditions of the early days,
Now a wonderful home that earns praise.
Explanation:
The Hillview Health Care Center sits about that distance from the courthouse. In its early days it was the City Poor Farm until being turned over to the county in the 1890s. Today the center is a care facility that has met industry standards. The site is very close to the hiding area.
 
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Clue #8
Maple and birches adorn the cliff side,
The view of the city will keep you open-eyed;
Ward off the mosquitoes while traveling down the lane,
If heading easterly you’ll crest the hilly terrain.
Explanation:
This clue includes many of the streets located in the area of the hiding spot: Maple Drive, Cliffside Drive, Hillview Drive, Ward Avenue, City View Lane, Easter Road and Hillcrest Drive.
 
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Clue #9
Explorer, fisherman, outdoorsman and adventurer,
A youngster ready to grab a pole and lure;
A sudden illness changed the childhood dream,
Sparked a spot for all to run and scream.
Explanation:
The clue includes the many attributes of youngster Chad Erickson, for whom Chad Erickson Memorial Park is named. His parents also have ties to Riverfest, and the skating area in the Rotary Lights display.
 
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Clue #10
A place to fish, run and play,
An array of activities abound throughout the day;
A resting spot among the many memorials,
The silver disc lies among the peripherals.
Explanation:
La Crosse’s newest park offers these things and more. The medallion is located near one of the seating areas.
 
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