Pekin Marigold Festival Medallion Hunt Sponsored by Jimmy John's ®

Life's a mystery. Life is unpredictable. Such are the characteristics that I have always seen for the Pepsi Marigold Medallion Hunt. I had planned on a different hiding place. But then when driving by the Miller Center one day I thought, "Hey, why not there again?" "How about back-to-back?" It would be a change and it would certainly address those comments that I've heard such as, "I've got it figured out" or "I know how he thinks." It would also address those concerns expressed over accessibility in outer or larger parks and school yards. You could literally park a car inches from the location. There would be logistical problems however. I wanted to stay away from the Miller Center building so that left some spots very much out in the open. Therefore, I would have to carefully disguise, or camouflage, the Medallion so that it wouldn't be found with a simple cursory look. So, taking some of the branches from the very bus

It's official, the Pepsi Marigold Medallion has been found! It was found at about 10:45am by Justin Clark (left) and Chet Strickfaden in a set of bushes north of the Miller Center parking lot. More details and the explanation of clues will be released soon.

Have I put you in the middle of a crisis, Yet quiet comfort almost lost in this space? Islands in rectangles of blackness, May point to the treasured place. But a ripple effect may affect you, So many they're passing you by. Casting glances and casual gazing; Under the watch of a constant eye.

Strung out from a busy weekend? You missed something I've not done before. So now I must get you closer. Here's a detectable warning, so now you'll know the score. Please exercise caution carefully, As I leave uneven signs. I will send you in different directions, As you're driven by my warped, crazy mind.

For those of you who enjoy counting, Seek out a quarter, then three. Your ultimate goal is to find part of the whole. But, by George, it's not easy to see. Are you feeling more than unlucky? Here's that theme I try to convey. Like two duelers ready to do battle; There's a method to their madness and ways.

I refrain from getting too distant, Yet I must be subtle in my various themes. You must cautiously review everything, Since many hints are not as they seem. In life one discovers bumps in the road; A connection between sight and sounds. When you find it you'll know the feeling. And a plethora of colors abounds.

Tall and majestic, you don't really see them; As ever higher you may go. Many hunters seek different levels, When traveling to and fro. A good detective leaves out nothing. They even look for references that make no sense. Knowing that innocent errors and confusion, May hinder their defense.

A true hunter possesses many talents. The challenged know where to start and finish. There really is nothing holding them back. But the rest of us might feel a bit skittish. We must make that jump periodically. It's something officially deemed to be. Much deliberation as you make your choices; Standing near the edge seeing how far that you can see.

The landscape may not be familiar; So much green of various heights. Sometimes it's hard to do all the counting, As they tell you what's left of your rights. Some things have never been finished, As you go out and traversing about. I use camouflage in what I'm expressing. Look carefully since there's no room for doubt.