I have always been fascinated by Cattle Brands that ranchers and farmers use.
While in the area Geocaching, we were stopped by a rancher. We explained Geocaching to him, and then asked about the Brand on the door of his truck. He explained it to us, and we asked where we could learn more about the local brands used. He suggested we stop by the local 4H Club, which is the location of the start of this new cache we have created, to get a history lesson in the local brands in use, as well as those that have been retired. Once we finished getting educated, we asked if they would be ok with us setting up a field puzzle using the brands on their walls. They thought it was a great idea, and the 4H Club that created all these brands welcomes all Geocachers when they are open.
This location is free to enter. No interaction with those inside is required. We have created this field puzzle with their permission.
Feel free to tell them you are a Geocacher attempting to solve this field puzzle.
They are open on the following days and hours:
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 8 am to 2 pm & 5pm to 8 pm
Wednesday: 8 am to 2 pm
Thursday: 8 am to 2 pm & 5pm to 8 pm
Friday: 8 am to 2 pm & 5pm to 8 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 2 pm & 5pm to 8 pm
Sunday: 8 am to 2 pm
NOTE: They are closed on most Holidays
To solve the field puzzle, use the picture below.
The Cache is located at N AB° CD.EFG W HI° JK.LMN
These brands are on one of 3 walls.
Count the place they are in from left to right on just that wall.
As an example, the brand for Letter A is the 3rd from the left on the wall it is on. A = 3
Now solve the rest of the field puzzle below.
Note: You can print the following PDF Document to use to solve the field puzzle: Spurs Bits and Brands PDF File
We hope you enjoy the history lesson and this Geocache. Good Luck!
Additional Waypoints
Bits, Spurs and Brands Field Puzzle
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