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

  I had chosen Dirksen Park many years ago and it was found on the 2nd clue that year.  So I’ve been reluctant to go back.  When I had committed to it I knew we’d have to hide it further back than last time.  Yet in doing so, we needed an easily recognizable spot. The noticeable hollow of a tree accomplished that.  I also want a non-physical set of clues.  As I scrolled my Googled entry of Everett Dirksen Park, I found “Dirksen Nature Park” in Tigard Oregon.  I knew I had to go there.  I did this for those hunters who can’t get out, live far away, or just want a bit of a heightened brain teaser. Winner Matthew Julien and Cluemeister Gary Gillis So here goes: Clue # 1 “Congrats to our proud Marigold Festival Fifty years a wonderful prelude to Fall. celebrations may come and go But they’re full of memories for all. This year we welcome new sponsor. Jimmy John’s now part of this tradition. Counting on hints big and small  Knowing work and fun are your mission.” Explanation: “Fall”  refers

  Clue #6 Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion Hunt An opening letter salutation  Preceded by an interpretation in Clue 4. A sign that’s slang opposite of bravery. There’s green around to adore A marketing slogan of a cookie company, Simon says a 60’s duo and 70 song. is 7 where we’ll end up, Since your way may be a little long? Gary Gillis  Cluemeister

      Clue #5  Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion Hunt What would a woodchuck do, If he was out and about? If you’re alone and find it, Would anyone hear you shout? If in  Clue 3 you journeyed to the 33rd, You figured one of 50 to the “T”. Be guarded as you find the city, There’s naturally a nice place to be. Gary Gillis Cluemeister

  Clue 4 Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion Hunt   Life is like an elevator Most people would agree. It’s not only what you feel. It’s what you also see.   This is an intellectual and physical exercise, Those are points I want to get across. There are few who go 26.2. Translates into too high a cost.   Gary Gillis Cluemeister 

  Clue #3  Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion Hunt   Famous journeys historic, One ventured south the other north, Really they were heading the same way Find the end and then go forth.   Hunters who are thick as thieves; There might be idioms for the open minded. Follow all the rules clearly stated A feverish obsession can hit you blind-sided.   Gary Gillis Cluemeister  

  Clue #2  Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion Hunt   Move forward while staying resolute More detailed directions to come. Clue excitement and adventure for many Could be easy or challenging for some.   If you find the way and place. I state my purpose here. Seek outdoor gathering places. Things will become abundantly clear.   Gary Gillis Cluemeister  

     Clue # 1 “Congrats to our proud Marigold Festival, Fifty years a wonderful prelude to Fall. Celebrations may come and go, But they’re full of memories for all This year a new sponsor Jimmy John’s now part of this tradition. Counting on hints big and small  Knowing work and fun are your mission.” Gary Gillis Cluemeister

  The Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion Hunt Begins Monday, August 29 th with a $1500 Cash Prize   It’s not often hundreds of people from one city compete in a scavenger hunt for a single item. But for the City of Pekin, it’s an annual occurrence. For the past 43 years, the Pekin Marigold Festival has opened with the hunt for the Medallion: a small disc hidden within the community, found only by interpreting a series of mystic yet poetic clues. Long-time Cluemeister, Gary Gillis, will release 2022’s first clue on Marigold Festival social media and the Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion blog Monday, August 29 th at 12:00 p.m. Hunters should be quick to begin deciphering, as the clues release daily with each subsequent clue becoming more revealing. The grand prize for finding the 2022 Jimmy John’s Marigold Medallion is $1500 cash! This year’s Medallion is a fused glass piece, created by Pekin Community High School 2022 graduate Curtis Cook.   It will be carefully camouflaged and pro

    Pekin Community Selects Winning 2022 Pekin Marigold Medallion Design A medallion designed by recent PCHS graduate Curtis Cook will represent the 2022 Pekin Marigold Medallion Hunt.  Pekin, IL May 18, 2022 - The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce congratulates recent Pekin Community High School graduate Curtis Cook for his winning Pekin Marigold Medallion design.  Nearly one dozen fused glass artworks were submitted to the Pekin Marigold Festival Committee, with finalists posted for a live poll on the festival's social media. All potential medallions were designed by PCHS art students, a tradition started just more than a decade ago.  Curtis began art classes with the high school in his freshman year, focused on completing the program and attaining an independent study course offering. Glassworks however was the class he most looked forward to. His design centers around a Pekin icon: the Mineral Springs Lagoon dragon paddle boat. The medallion is a "f