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Video Game History #2 - Frogger Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

DpThought0: Several people have logged this since it was disabled. I checked for it a few times myself without finding it. Archiving so the spot is open for anyone who wants it. May replace this cache at some point in the future if I can make another container similar to the original, or locate wherever it's been moved.

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Hidden : 10/18/2012
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

This is the second cache in a series about video game history. Each cache in this series is based on an arcade, console, or computer game. This is my also my second official cache, so any feedback is welcome!

FROGGER
 
Released in 1981, Frogger involved using a joystick to control frogs and get them to their homes.  In order to do this the frogs needed to first cross a busy street, and then a watery area by hopping across logs, turtles, and crocodiles without falling into the water or hitting the edge of the screen.  The levels get more difficult as you progress.
 
Frogger was a huge success, and is considered one of the classics from theGolden Age of Video Arcade Games.  There have been numerous clones and sequels, including versions for modern game systems like the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Wii.

 
Frogger - Arcade version
 
ABOUT THE CACHE
 
This cache is located in Eastlake Park, in Ridley Park, PA.  This park is host to many town events, including an Independence Day fireworks show and a Victorian Fair.  There are plenty of good fishing spots, especially at the dock across the lake, and dogs are welcome.  The lake and creek are host to several kinds of fish, plenty of turtles and frogs, as well as waterfowl including a Great Blue Heron and Great Egret.
 
The frogs in the area were the inspiration for the cache placement.  They can be heard all summer in the evenings and into the night.
 
You are looking for a fairly large disguised bison tube.  You should be able to open the bison tube without fully removing it from its camouflage.  The tube is probably large enough to hold very small trinkets. BYOP, though.
 
This is a pretty busy park, but this area is usually not too crowded.  There is a nearby bench you can use when filling out the log.
 
FTF gets a dollar.  This happens to be a "Where's George" dollar that started out in Utah that I received as change a little while back, so it's kind of a trackable.  I've never had a huge amount of luck with Where's George bills, but it's more interesting than a regular dollar I guess.


CONGRATS to Pitch_Black for the FTF!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

1) "Ulyn pvarern" nobhg nf uvtu nf vg pbhyq ubc. 2) Vg'f nyernql pebffrq gur fgerrg naq vf ybbxvat nurnq gb gur frpbaq unys.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
-------------------------
N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)