This is Cache 3 of a 14 cache series with the theme of fun, learning, and “higher” education. It is a fun way to experience some beautiful landscapes and places as well as have fun, learn, and maybe even challenge yourself a little. Caches can be done in any order (with exception of 5^th grade, 8^th grade, and 12^th grade). You will need to be observant because there will be clues that you will need if you choose to continue your education!

Cache is NOT at listed Coordinates

Welcome to Higher Education - Second Graders Color the Rainbow

This cache is the 3^rd cache in the series "Higher Education." There will be 14 different caches in the series that will follow the grades from Kindergarten to 12th grade - with a bonus cache if you graduate high school and go to “College.”

If you chose to further your education - you will have a special cache at grades 5^th, 8^th, and 12^th grades - each of these caches will need clues from the previous caches in order to solve them. You will need a special tool to discover one of the clues!!! Check the attributes.

For example: to complete Grade 5 you will need clues from grades K-5. To complete grade 8 you will need clues from K-8. To complete Grade 12 you will need clues from K-12. So keep your eyes open to the clues and make sure to write them all down! If it is easier you can take a picture of the clues.. BUT PLEASE DO NOT POST/SHARE THEM!!!! Happy hunting & learning!!!

Each grade will get progressively more challenging and exciting!

You can do the individual caches (with exclusion of 5, 8, 12) in any order.

In your quest (if you chose to undertake it) will open your minds and your hearts to a beautiful location that is very dear to me. You should see some breath taking sights many people will never see.

Higher Education Series:

Kindergarten Stars GC3PQZE
First Grade Fundamentals GC3Q40R
Second Graders Color the Rainbow GC3QMVE
Third Grade Science Jeopardy GC3QQGN
4th Grade Learns Colorado History GC3QQMP
Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?GC3QR1P
Sixth Graders Score with Sudoku!
Seventh Graders Venture to the Seventh Level of Hell
Eighth Grade Vocabulary Challenge
Ninth Grade Conquers Geography
Tenth Graders Go to the Library
Eleventh Graders Do Biology
Twelfth Graders Graduate From High School?

University of Higher Education

In your quest (if you chose to undertake it) will open your minds and your hearts to a beautiful location that is very dear to me. You should see some breath taking sights many people will never see.

“Second Graders Color the Rainbow”

CONGRATULATIONS to sleuthers for being FTF!!! Awesome job!!!

One of the things many second graders learn about are rainbows. Second graders learn how the rainbow is formed, the colors of the rainbow, and about double rainbows. You will need this knowledge to complete the puzzle in the way-point. Just like some people believe there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow – there will be a “pot of cache” at the end of this rainbow!

This is a great book about some of the things second graders learn about Rainbows. The Rainbow and You

Just like at regular school you will need your own writing tool!

Since the theme is Coloring the Rainbow I thought it would be fun and light-hearted to share your favorite rainbow story/poem/memory. It is optional - but thought it would be a fun way to connect with other geocachers. Humor is always appreciated.

I love rainbows. Every time I see one, it gives me such a peaceful, thrilling feeling. I get so excited. I love when a child sees a rainbow for the first time. Their eyes light up. I think that is what my soul feels – that same child-like wonder. Even though I know how they are formed – it still thrills me when I see one. If you ever want to see a rainbow that does not leave you should check out the lingering rainbow at Niagara Falls!

Your first task in following this rainbow adventure is to find the way-point. When that goal is accomplished you will have time to sit and ponder the rainbow and it will guide you to your own “pot of gold!” Please DO NOT take the clues apart. Please return everything back to the baggie and lock the way-point.

You can check your answers for this puzzle on GeoChecker.com.

When you get to the cache area, it is important to use stealth when discovering the treasures that lay within the cache! Clues are abundant. There is a nice place to sit to ponder the cache clues. At the way-point some "students" make want to take the clues back to their car to ponder - just please make sure you do not take them apart and that you REPLACE them exactly as you found them! Thank you! You rock!!!

The difficulty of this is due to the puzzle. Please also remember you are in a canyon so the GPSr ghost likes to play tricks. Trust your geosense! The terrain is also a little difficult depending on the path you take to the way-point and the cache. The shortest distance is not always the easiest path. Please let us be careful not to leave a geotrail. When putting the way-point I did see a small non-poisonous snake. Enjoy! There will be special gift of "gold" for FTF! I look forward to reading your logs and sharing in your joy as you experience this wonderful place!

Enjoy the surroundings. Take care of each location. Be careful not to leave any evidence that you have come. Extreme caution should be taken so as not to arouse the suspicion of the surrounding muggles. The youngest muggles can be a challenge as you are trying to avoid detection. Take a moment and enjoy the hidden treasures around you.

If you have any questions – or concerns – Please email us. I want this to be the best caching series ever – and I know I have steep competition as I love thematic cache series. I love the series’ by The Green Cat & Snuggly Kitten I have been very inspired by them and hope the geocachers who experience my caches have as much fun as I had exploring theirs!

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Welcome to Higher Education - Second Graders Color the Rainbow

Each grade will get progressively more challenging and exciting! You can do the individual caches (with exclusion of 5, 8, 12) in any order.

“Second Graders Color the Rainbow”

CONGRATULATIONS to sleuthers for being FTF!!! Awesome job!!!

Each grade will get progressively more challenging and exciting!

You can do the individual caches (with exclusion of 5, 8, 12) in any order.