Bendigo Lights - 2009 Kennington, Victoria, Australia
By Phetlern on Thursday 17 December 2009. Waypoint GA1732

BENDIGO CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TOUR

The above coordinates are false, however they could be a good starting point.

A cache based on the Wyndham Lights of Werribee by maccamob (GCHB4Y), to whom we express our appreciation and thank for the idea and inspiration.  As with Wyndham Lights, this is a cache for the young and the young at heart

At this time of the year there is a proliferation of lights across the Bendigo area which generates considerable community interest, along with an accompanying stream of vehicles travelling between the viewing vantage points.

This cache will only be available between 15th December 2009 and 4th January 2010 and is best undertaken between the hours of 21:00 (9:00pm) and 23:00 (11:00pm).

A Street Directory or map of the Bendigo area will help in completion of the task ahead. You will also need to bring the questions below, a writing implement and perhaps a torch. Depending on how long you spend at the vantage points the task should be completed within two hours. If the weather is inclement some of the lights may not be visible.

As you visit each waypoint you might like to consider the activity required by  Crissy Lights  and Christmas Light Cache .

WARNING: As the vantage points are very popular, there is significant vehicle traffic – please take care and be patient. If you decide to take a closer look at the lights at any vantage point (recommended) then please remember to lock your car and supervise younger children.

The locations below are not provided in any particular order and you will need to complete eight (8) of the twelve questions to be able to log this cache.

Location 1: S 36° 42.648 , E 144° 13.780
Q.1 Who is the letter in the letter box addressed to?

Location 2: S 36° 42.401 , E 144° 14.875
Q.2 What is the colour of the ribbon on the red parcel?

Location 3: S 36° 43.481 , E 144° 15.946
Q.3 How many Santa’s are carrying parcels

Location 4: S 36° 44.389 , E 144° 17.799
Q.4 How many snowmen are standing on the roof?

Location 5: S 36° 44.675 , E 144° 16.646
Q.5 If your clock is broken who will repair it?

Location 6: S 36° 45.083 , E 144° 16.136
Q.6 The number of soldiers saluting is?

Location 7: S 36° 46.965 , E 144° 17.048
Q.7 Who is skiing down the slope?

Location 8: S 36° 46.494 , E 144° 16.897
Q.8 The train is carrying …….. parcels.

Location 9: S 36° 43.524 , E 144° 16.422
Q.9 How many hoops near the tree mills?

Location 10: S 36° 47.233 , E 144° 14.504
Q.10 At number 224, how many koalas are there?

Location 11: S 36° 47.419 , E 144° 14.146
Q.11 How many green stars on the fence at number 46?

Location 12: S 36° 47.532 , E 144° 14.206
Q.12 What is the name of the family wishing you a Merry Christmas?

To log this cache you are required to email us (phetlern@bigpond.com)  with the answers to eight of the above twelve questions in the following format:

Question Number – Answer, Question Number – Answer.

E.G;   2 – 23, 4 – Red.

Following verification of your answers, you can log your find. Please do not include your answers in your log.

We hope you enjoy this journey of discovery. We are sure you will find other good viewing spots along the way. If you believe any are worthy of note please let us know for possible inclusion in the future.

A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New year to all from Team Phetlern.