August Letterbox Clues

This letterbox may be easy to find
If you are willing to put in the grind
You will be looking in the hedge
All awhile watching for a pitching wedge
Between tee for two and hole for one
This is the beginning of something fun
If you know where the Center is
This indicates you are a whiz
All are Welcome at this place
Where you’re sure to receive a nice embrace
If by now you don’t have a clue
Let me help you through
Radcliffe Drive is where to be
And being on the south side is the key
A stand-alone building is what you seek
I hope this does not leave you meek
Now that you are in the right area
Finding this letterbox will lead to hysteria
The shrubs to the north is where to find the loot
Finding it here will end your pursuit

July’s Letterbox Clues

This month the letterbox is just off the stem
Knowing this location may prove to be a gem
Your resident directory you may use
Before you begin to cruise
The map is the feature you need
Use it properly to succeed
Find the bridge with the stur
This should not leave you in the blur
Between this bridge and where dragons play
Is water that will be in the way
You need to get to the north side of this pond
Soon you will be searching through a frond
Now look for the trees along the fence
As you get closer, the clues become intense
Of these trees find the one with the most height
It’s best not to conduct this search at night
Now look among its limbs and leaves
Hopefully the letterbox will not be taken by thieves
And, finally, you just may need a boost
To wrap your fingers around the elusive loot

May’s Letterbox Clues

Start this search with a map
You will need to put on your thinking cap
Locate the drive with a name
Our neighborhood shares the same
A place for kids is where to go
Not the one with the R, you know
At this center is a playground
Where there are stumps abound
Notice the stumps in a line
There are surely more than nine
A westerly direction you shall travel
All awhile not walking on gravel
Walking as straight as you can
For this is all within the plan
A fence will stop you in your route
This is proving you are a good scout
Now look to your left for a tree
When you see it, take a knee
Now finish with a look down at the land
Finding the letterbox is so grand

April’s Letterbox Clues

Somewhere along Linebaugh Avenue is the start
From this location you ought to depart
Find the building with all the doctors
Not sure if you will find any chiropractors
Joseph might be another hint
As to where to start your sprint
Now that you know where to embark
You may want to start when it is dark
Travel in the direction of the setting sun
Discovering that letterboxing is so much fun
Look for the device that firefighters use
You’ll find it easily, following these clues
Just past the first device
Look for the open field to be precise
You need now search for the lonely palm
If you get scared, stay close to your mom
From the palm walk north
Staying on this track go forth
Just next to the little stream
Is the loot of your dreams
Now it is time to turn around
All all while looking at the ground
Look for the twin trunks that do not match
Located here is the letterbox you should snatch

March’s Letterbox Clues

Start your hunt, but not in London Square
Instead try the Westchase one with flair
12400 is what you are looking for
But you will not find it on a door
Enter this area towards the west
With hope it will help complete your quest
Now travel with care along the north shore
Continue your walk as you explore
But keep your eyes peeled for a signpost
As you continue to journey along the coast
This post has a sign that is now missing
(I hope you do not hear anything hissing!)
Just take ten paces on a westward route
You are so close, you might just shout
Now spy a tree with many branches at its base
There the letterbox is resting happily in its place

February’s Letterbox Clues

Start at the new WCA office
Traveling north should suffice
Go through the tunnel under the road
Choosing your preferred travel mode
Now head through the park gate
Making sure you travel straight
Find the odd pavilion that’s not one
I sure hope you are having fun
Now find a picnic table for a seat
This will give you time to rest your feet
Should you gaze across the open field
Soon you will find what these clues will yield
The neatly trimmed hedge is what you want
Finding the letterbox here, you’ll want to flaunt
It’s almost over! Look low not high
For the letterbox is below your thigh

NOTE: The letterbox for February 2010 has repeatedly been taken and is likely no longer there.

January’s Letterbox Clues

The letterbox author wishes you a happy New Year
Here’s hoping 2010 brings you much cheer
To start your search head to a park
Make sure you arrive early because it closes at dark
Bridgeton is not the correct place
The cliff is were you need to begin the chase
Locate the large diamond made of clay
Where mitts are worn – even when it’s hot – for play
From the diamond you need to head west
Please use the crosswalk, I suggest
Now look for the canopy of trees
As you walk along you just might feel a little breeze
When you exit the trees of cover
Soon you will find what you want to discover
Look for the pole with all the power
Keeping a good eye out while you scour
Just behind this utility pole
Is where you will achieve your goal.

December’s Letterbox Clues

West Park Village is where to begin
Enjoying the hunt will make you grin
Locate the red telephone booth
Finding this makes you a good sleuth
Stop in at the local coffee shop
Order a hot chocolate with whipping on top
Now take a stroll down this festive street
Waving and smiling to everyone you meet
Make your way to the fountain center
Listen carefully as you may hear someone sing tenor
Look for the sign that says New Parke
This is the next place to embark
Promenade toward the round-a-bout
While looking for a water spout
This bubbler is where you should be
Such a sight brings young children glee
Adjacent to you now is an arch
Don’t walk under it, but march
In the distance find the swinging seat
Choosing the correct one is a great feat
Take a seat and swing
A holiday song you should sing
Search the cluttered palms behind you
For this is your very last clue

Letterbox Clues for November

Near the Swim and Tennis Center is your start
Knowledge of Mark Twain’s birthday indicates you are smart
Find this number on a sign for speed
A compass is now what you need
Take a compass reading of 190 degrees
Understanding how to get there shows your expertise
Around the lake you must move
Knowing where to stop keeps you in the groove
Go ahead and take a seat
Sitting on the bench allows you to rest your feet
A reading of 75 degrees is your next cue
Continue your trek with your entire crew
It’s time again to take another rest
Sit down; relax before you continue your quest
The remainder of the clues all lead to trees of pine
Staying on the course will keep you in line
A reading of 330 degrees is next
The following clues just may perplex
Now count your paces along the way
Knowing that November has this many days
Now you’re at a tall pine on a mound
Watching out for critters on the ground
110 degrees is your next compass reading
Figuring out the next clue keeps you succeeding
Add the date Oklahoma became a state
To President Pierce’s birth date
Counting your paces as you cross the trail
Staying in a straight line without fail
The pine you are at is one of great height
Standing in the correct spot is a sure delight
Next, take a degree reading of ten
A tree of pine is what you are looking for again
The unusual pine tree you are to seek
Has a very low branch that is unique
Daniel Boone was born on November 2 of this year
Add the year’s numbers together to get there
The setting of 340 degrees is your next measure
I am hoping this hunt meets your pleasure
Veteran’s Day was first celebrated in 1954
Count off this day’s date but not a step more
This pine tree is oozing with sap
I promise you this is no trap
Now a reading of 280 is what you desire
This next tree is not located in mire
The 20th president’s date of birth
Is the number you need for what it’s worth
This next tree is wrapped by a vine
Making this surely an easy sign
A southerly direction is your next path
That’s 180 degrees if you do the math
Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday
Knowing which one will not lead you astray
This many paces will lead to a stump
Finding the treasure box here will make you jump

October’s Letterbox Clues

October is the month for a scare
While searching for the letterbox you must beware
Traveling by moonlight will make the hunt fun
Find it before the rise of the sun
Start your search near the town center
Don’t be scared if you hear a ghost sing tenor
Behind the center is a place that could be scary
Find a court that always has a bury
While this bury contains not a single grave
Locating this shows that you are certainly brave
Travel on this road to a way or place
Keeping your eyes open for a frightening face
When you find Haunted Harpender or maybe Boo Bradwell
Travel south to avoid a haunted spell
As you arrive at the end of your street
Be aware of a possible flying sheet
Now travel east to continue this trick
You may need to avoid the devil walking stick
Soon on this road no houses will be found
By now your heart will surely pound
A path of dirt is what you should seek
If you don’t travel north, you will unspeakably freak
At the end of the path just continue your motion
But do be careful not to drink any potion
Avoid all the goblins and look toward your right
A gate with pumpkin orange will reflect your flashlight
In this lot you’re sure to have an owl’s hoot
Because you are so close to your letterbox loot
Behind the gate it may still be eerie
But locating the box will stop feelings weary
Now that you found this month’s spooky treat
Your Halloween candy will taste oh so sweet!

September’s Letterbox Clues

The letterbox is hidden in a tree
Finding this tree is no guarantee
Eight math problems must be worked out
To understand the letterbox route
You must identify two sets of numbers
To find the letterbox in the lumber
The sets of numbers are in groups of five
Figuring them out will make you thrive
So down figure out the mathematical clues
Solve them in order to be amused
The numbers are now in your hand
The next clue will help you understand:
Go to the UTB library parking lot
The next clue there you will have to spot
Match your numbers to one of the many lamps
You will start here to find the letterbox stamp
From the lamp’s location a north route must be taken
Make sure you are not mistaken
When you reach the watery ditch
Stop before it causes a glitch
Now go in the direction of east
Counting 100 paces at least
Look just past the tall pine to your right
The letterbox is almost in your sight
A 20-foot tree with small red fruit
Is where you will find the loot

Mathematical Clues: (solve in order)

1. What digit is the most frequent between the numbers 1 and 1,000?
2. I am the greatest 2-digit number that rounds to 100 when rounded to the nearest ten. What number am I?
3. A farmer had 18 sheep; unfortunately all but 2 ran away. How many sheep did the farmer have left?
4. Think of a number, double it. Add six. Divide you answer by two. Now take away the number you first thought of. What number is now in your head?
5. You are an owner of a pet store. If you put one canary per cage, you have one bird to many. If you put in two canaries per cage, you have one cage to many. How many canaries do you have?
6. What is the next number in the following sequence: 1 1 2 3 5 8 13 21 34 …
7. I am an odd number, take away one letter and I become even. What number am I?
8. I am a number higher than 1. My first is the nineteenth. My last is the fourteenth. But I am only one. I can be divided into five. And I divide a week. But I am not a divisor of ten. And I am not more than a dozen. My second and fourth is identical. What number am I?

August’s Letterbox Clues

The search begins at the park with four pavilions
Enjoying the hunt is worth millions
Three lampposts are on the playground
Only one must be used for the box to be found
Find the lamppost closest to the bike rack is a must
If you do not understand the clues you’ll go bust
From this lamppost travel east
Counting 23 paces at least
You will come to a path of mulch, not concrete
I hope you have comfortable shoes on your feet
As you walk along this trail
Pay attention to all the detail
If you brought a snack or lunch
Stop at a logical spot, following a hunch
As you are sitting at this particular table
Look toward the northwest, if you are able
You should see a parking lot
Now trek toward the streetlight that you spot
Bypass the first and go to the second one
At this point, you are almost done
Look for the group of cypress trees
You will find two groups of threes
The group to the north is the one you seek
Finding the letterbox will keep you from being bleak
Look up high, not down low
The treasure you find will make you glow

July’s Letterbox Clues

The starting point this month is at a park
You must understand where to begin before you embark
This park is surrounded by Hayfield and Royce
This clue should lead you to the right choice
Once at the park, look to the south for a tower
It is near an area of electrical power
The tower is designed for you to make a call
The height of this tower is really tall
Head toward the tower along the sidewalk
You shouldn’t have to travel more than a block
Near the tower is a small lake
Keep a wary eye out for any wondering snake
Travel along this lake is a must
Going the wrong way will leave you bust
Search for the tallest tree of pine
Finding this tree is by design
From the sidewalk to the tree is quite bushy
Going through it will not be cushy
The letterbox now is in sight
It should be located near your eye height
Now grab the stamp and record a note
Please be sure to leave a clever quote

June’s Letterbox Clues

The clues for June will lead to signs
Understanding these clues is by design
At West Park start at the fountain and tower with a bell
Look for the diamond-shaped sign to begin well
Locate the sign and read the second word
You will need to remember the letter that is third
Now travel to the sign of the wizard school
The letter that appears most is the precious jewel
The sign with the Dragon is your next objective
Understanding this clue proves you are a great detective
The last letter of the second word should be known
Having this letter shows you are in the zone
Now take a long ride down the four-lane street
Please be careful, as you will begin to feel the heat
The next sign you look for has a Joe as a Saint
Stop in here if you feel faint
Look for the words written in bold
The fourth letter of the first word is worth gold
Continue your travel to the west
Taking a right on Countryway if you know best
Go to the building with books as its lure
Keeping track of the very first letter for sure
Now go to the center with courts and a pool
Using the first letter of its sign, you’ll be no fool
Make your way to the Dalmatian station
I hope you are at the correct location
This station’s sign has the number thirty-five
Look for the only double letter, if you catch my jive
Next to the station is a small park
If you listen well, you may hear a lark
Take a seat on the bench with the back support
At this point, you should not be facing the court
While in your seat take a look slightly right
In the palmettos, you will see a stake of white
Look behind the stake and under the needles of pine
Finding the letterbox will make you shine
You now have seven letters to unscramble
Figure out the word before you continue to ramble
Now maybe just maybe you will get the treat
Oh, thank heaven! How it will beat the heat!

May’s Letterbox Clues

Your hunt for the letterbox begins at a park
Park your bike before you embark
This park contains a playground, hoops and goals
Then use a compass for your patrols
Take a compass reading of 280 degrees from your parked bike
Walk 40 paces to begin your hike
This should lead you to the six-sided structure
This hint will help you for sure
Now obtain a compass reading of 200 degrees
Walking 75 paces should be an ease
A hexagon with tables is where you will be
Continue taking correct compass readings is key
At 100 degrees and 80 paces is a staff
The numbers 008304 appear on this staff, which is larger than a giraffe
Look at 220 degrees for your next object
Throwing away any litter at 150 paces is what I expect
The next compass reading will lead to a sign
Where events for the community are defined
200 degrees in the direction you must go
Counting 100 paces, soon you will glow
The letterbox you seek is only 50 paces away
Traveling at 160 degrees, you need to stray
Walk in the woods and take a look at the ground
You will find the letterbox hidden in something round
I hope you enjoyed the hunt for May
Remember to tell your moms: Happy Mother’s Day!

April Letterbox Clues

How well do you know our community, Westchase?
If you are unfamiliar, you could get lost without a trace
This month you must begin your peek near a creek
If you cannot find it, your hunting will be bleak
From north to south this creek runs 
Most of the time shaded from the sun
Two twigs is a clue to its fine name
The neighborhood to our west shares the same
This creek runs under the oak street bury
Failure to understand this will cause you to worry
Yet if you should travel east from this spot,
Counting 50 paces, you soon will be hot
Look around and locate the “No, No” sign
Finding this will surely make your smile shine
From here a southerly direction you should stray
Along the pretty water bank you must stay
Now when you come to a difficult choice
Do not cross this; listen to your inner voice
Instead look to the west only 10 feet in the woods
At eye level you should spot the goods
I hope it was fun when you found the jewels
As this was not a joke for April Fool’s

March’s Letterbox Clues

This month’s letterbox begins in a neighborhood 
Of a particular color, it must be understood
The Place in the Pointe is where you must be
(If you understand this clue you’ll feel jubilee)
Find your way along the Edgefield Place
This will ensure you are still in the chase
Travel around the watery hole
All while enjoying your little stroll
Now make your way to the trek road
Which is not too far from the railroad
Head toward the rising sun
If you don’t know this direction, you will be done
Look for the utility pole 008330
When you find this, you will be a hero
As you pass a small stream
You will feel as if you are in a wondrous dream
Look for a slightly elevated dirt trail
Traveling along this will help you prevail
As you go up and down the dirt mounds
Keep an ear out for some wildlife sounds
When at last you stand on the last dirt hill
You will be so close to the letterbox it’ll give you a chill
Simply locate the nearest hill of trees
And look at the trunk base for the letterbox to seize
Now sign the notepad with your stamp at last
Finding the letterbox has been a blast!

February’s Letterbox Clues

In February, we celebrate Presidents Day
Finding the letterbox with clues array
Knowledge of these great men is a must
To find the letterbox you must be robust
Knowing the president who never won election
Is the village in which you’ll start your inspection
Travel along the longest residential street
Finding the intersection where itself meets
A westerly direction you must go
The presidential number of Andrew Johnson you must know
Have this number before you proceed
Counting the palms on the left to succeed
As you look toward the west, you see an open field 
A walk through the woods and the letterbox is revealed
Enter the woods following a difficult trail
Keeping your eyes out for all the detail
When you come to the fork you must yield
Before proceeding you must know facts about James A. Garfield
He was the first president who did this
Understanding this clue is truly bliss
Now the “Man of the People” and author of our Declaration
Has a structure named after him in the Dry Tortugas location
Look for this man-made structure in the trees
Stay off of this structure if you please
Now FDR was the president of the New Deal
Knowing his presidential number is ideal
From the structure head toward the west
Counting FDR’s presidential number is best
Abraham Lincoln was our tallest president at 6’4”
Look at this height for the letterbox you adore

Letterbox Clues for January

When searching for the letterbox in January,
Some clues I provide are purely arbitrary.
But even these may be contributions
Toward your New Year’s Resolutions!
One resolution is to build better family bonds
You can start this by strolling around many Westchase ponds.
A pretty pond with the pedestrian bridge is our start,
So bring the family together before you depart.
Some people have a resolution to get fit.
Sitting on one of the two bridge benches will not do it,
So look for a passage that enables pedestrians to cross.
If you don’t find this, you’ll be at a loss.
Travel through this passage of brilliant choice,
Singing Auld Lang Syne to hear your echoing voice.
As you push your way through all the echoes,
Keep an eye out so you don’t step on any geckos.
A resolution to enjoy life more,
Can be accomplished by looking across the water to explore.
Travel around this small lake,
Counting your paces without a mistake.
Go east, south, west then north,
Counting your three-hundred and fifty fourth.
Now the passageway you came from is again in sight,
Seeing it from the other side of the small lake is a delight.
Now look into the forest of trees,
Trying to find the letterbox is no task of ease.
Spot the tree with nine trunks,
Keeping an eye out for wondering skunks.
Where the nine trunks meet
Is where you will find the New Year’s Letterbox, so sweet!

December  Letterbox Clues

This month we celebrate many holidays.
You must understand them in many ways.
Know the number of drummers drumming,
And the number of pipers piping, not humming.
Add these numbers if you’re swift.
You must do this to CATCH my drift.
Across from this dining Catch
The Yule Tree is found in a patch.
From here you will start without any dwell,
Traveling in the direction of the tower with the bell.
Walk along the sidewalk made of brick.
Many kids will be thinking of St. Nick,
But you must understand Kwanzaa or you will bust.
Knowing the Kujichagulia principle day is a must.
This day’s number must be noted,
As you end at this number of signs that are red-coated.
Now you are looking for Montague Tate
Once you have found this, don’t hesitate.
Notice the path through the trees,
Finding this should keep you at ease.
Continue looking for more detail,
As you find your way out of this trail.
I will keep this clue of simplicity
By telling you to find the poles with electricity.
During the festival of lights,
One candle is lit for each of the nights.
With a knowledge of this number,
Read the next line before you lumber.
Now take away the amount of men who are wise.
This is what you need to keep your eye on the prize.
Use this number to count the poles going east.
You should be ending near a fence at least.
Just beyond this fence to the right
Is a pine with a special trait and height.
There are no branches facing this direction,
Understanding were Santa’s lives is perfection.
Search below the tree that is unique.
You will find the treasure you seek.
Looking under the needles of pine
Will leave you with a smile that shines.

November Letterbox Clues

November is a time for giving thanks
The letterbox this month can be found near a bank
The bank is not one with cash
But a bank where you could find a splash
To help with your expedition
It helps to be in good physical condition
The park with many fields
Is the starting point to receive this month’s yield
Take a walk along the trails
Observe the many details
Discover the two park benches on the deck
You may want to take a seat before continuing your trek
Look out over the pond
At dusk you may spot a fawn
Locate the twin pines
They will be along the shoreline
Standing between these two trees
Facing the forest you must be
At around ten paces is a palm
Enter the woods with calm
The treasure in pursuit
Will be found near the root

October Letterbox Clues

The October letterbox is hidden from sight
Don’t be afraid to search at night
Westchase is surrounded by many trees
It is the forest you must see
A forest village is where you need to go
Traveling as a group may help you know
The treasure you hunt may be daunting
Searching in October is surely haunting
Traveling by car is not the best mode
Walk along the pathway watching for toads
The trail you travel is not concrete
Wood is what will be under your feet
The pine nearest the bridge
Is where the box is hid
On your hands and knees is how you should look
Reaching under the passage for a nook
The letterbox should be found
Remember to re-hide it safe and sound

September Letterbox Clues

Start at the pool in the Village West.
Traveling under the road if you know best.
Enter through the gate of the park.
It’s best to do this before dark.
Pavilion 1 and 3 are not in play.
Between 2 and 4 is where you should stay.
Take ten from 2 or seven from 4.
You will find a hedge with the box you are looking for.
In the bush you will find a box with a lid of blue.
This should be the last and final clue.