Clue No. 5
Well, well, well, well, well… runners and walkers and cyclists too.You’ve passed it so often, yet nary a clue?
It dangles, it swings and floats in the breeze.
Two feet off the ground, you’ll snatch it with ease.
Clue No. 4
Early in 2012, the Young family cracked the code.
The first letter in each clue placed them in the right mode.
Bethke Park they discovered the engraved plastic disk.
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Clue No. 3
Well now, thanks to them, this year we add some new flair.
The Summerfest Royalty RU aware?
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The purse, by fifty percent, increases so easy, so sudden.
An opportunity afforded only those with a button.Clue No. 2
Many years as a resident, now County Commissioner and past mayor as well,
Ted Bearth, Ted Bearth, a name you should all know well.
Thanks to Mr. Bearth, Summerfest has grown to be the best,
It’s only fitting then to honor this great volunteer’s one request.
Central to Summerfest events is Richard Walton Park Activity abounds from early morning till well after dark.
We’ll aide in your search and place a smile on Ted’s face
By not hiding the medallion in this pivotal place.
Previous Info
The city of Oakdale on Monday announced the first clue for the annual Summerfest medallion hunt.Whoever finds the medallion will win $1,000 or $1,500 with a 2013 Summerfest button. The competition is sponsored by the Oakdale Business and Professional Association sponsors the event.
Clue No. 1
Welcome back medallion hunt friends
This year’s hunt promises interesting blends.
Last year we know, was no match for a young sleuth
In 2013 the cherished medallion says, “I shall be more aloof”
Long-time seekers, you could probably recite all the rules.
First-time seekers, this clue fits you with just the right tools.
To locate the medallion, must you swim? Oh, no, no swimming!
Must you hone your climbing skills? Oh, no, no climbing
And will you need to bring Spot or a shovel to dig? Absolutely not!
Rules
1. Medallion is located on public property (but not in Walton Park) and accessible via public property. There is no need to go onto private property.
2. Medallion is located where the finder does not need to swim or dig (by hand or with tools). Please take care to not disturb landscaped areas or planters.
3. The following persons are not eligible to participate in the medallion hunt: members of the Oakdale Business and Professional Association (OBPA) and their immediate family members; elected officials, employees, and commissioners of the City of Oakdale and their immediate family members.
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