+Pabloturtle Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Since being introduced to Geocaching, by my daughter, earlier this year I’ve had the opportunity to meet and cross the paths, so da speak, of some very kind and generous individuals within the Geocaching community. So to honor that Spirit of kindness and generosity I’m offering this Cointest of Appreciation. Time to stop lurking in the background of the geocoin forum as someone so eloquently put it. The prize is a set of 2007 Idaho trackables (Ant. Silver & Blk.Nk.) One guess per individual every 5 minutes No editing posts My decision is final If, after a reasonable time, it proves a bit difficult clues or hints will follow. I’ll be relying on a background in Native plants, Ethno-botany, and Native Cultures for this one. The question will be simply be the name of a plant (common/botanical). You need to come up with what part of the plant I used and what I made. Here goes; Great Basin Wildrye / Elymus cinereus Good Luck! Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 roots and stems to make a tea Quote Link to comment
+PengoFamily Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 leaves to make a tea Quote Link to comment
+dflye Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Used it as an insulating material on the ground? "Basin wildrye was used as bedding for various Native American ceremonies, providing a cool place for dancers to stand" Quote Link to comment
+LadyBee4T Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 seeds and stems for livestock feed Quote Link to comment
+PengoFamily Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 seeds and used it to make bread Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 seeds for the birds Quote Link to comment
+tsunrisebey Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Well this is a shot in the dark. Seeds/suet for birds Quote Link to comment
+tsunrisebey Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 dang too slow, lol... Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 dang too slow, lol... doesn't seem to be right anyway Quote Link to comment
+PengoFamily Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 off to bed. Good luck everyone! Thanks for the cointest pabloturtle. Quote Link to comment
+LadyBee4T Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 stems for basket weaving Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 seeds planted for a hedge or wildlife area Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Flowers/Dye Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 the stems...hide a cache Quote Link to comment
+tsunrisebey Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Roots/Poultice Quote Link to comment
+LadyBee4T Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 The stems and top seed parts to make Halloween decorations!! Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Stems/Fence Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 WHole PLant/To prevent soil erosion Quote Link to comment
+hollyburn Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Seeds for flour Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 grains - whiskey Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 leaves to make rope Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Seeds/Cake Quote Link to comment
+tsunrisebey Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Leaves/Braid for ceremonies Thanks for the cointest, that's my last guess for the evening. Congrat's to whoever wins Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Stems/Used to layer between food in a fire pit Quote Link to comment
+OshnDoc Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 You used the leaves to make either a mat, rope, or paper Quote Link to comment
+Pabloturtle Posted October 17, 2007 Author Share Posted October 17, 2007 At least a couple people got the part of the plant right. Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 roots - made into a tincture Quote Link to comment
+wyohunter Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Seeds for landscaping Quote Link to comment
+Red Otter Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 The stalks are weaved into floor mats Quote Link to comment
+IDLookout Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 (edited) Seeds / Flour dang it - missed that one. Edited October 17, 2007 by IDLookout Quote Link to comment
Theotokos Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 kernels - roasted as a substitute for coffee Quote Link to comment
+Pabloturtle Posted October 17, 2007 Author Share Posted October 17, 2007 Think subterrarean. Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Roots/Glue Quote Link to comment
+Red Otter Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 roots were used as brushes Quote Link to comment
+stellarscapes Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Seeds to make natural remedies for medicinal purposes. Quote Link to comment
+Pabloturtle Posted October 17, 2007 Author Share Posted October 17, 2007 roots were used as brushes We have a winner. Good going Send your address and I'll get them to you. THANKS EVERYBODY!!!! Quote Link to comment
+stellarscapes Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Congrats Red Otter !! Quote Link to comment
+LadyBee4T Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Congratulations to the winner and thanks for the cointest!! Quote Link to comment
+Red Otter Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 roots were used as brushes We have a winner. Good going Send your address and I'll get them to you. THANKS EVERYBODY!!!! Wow, thank you so much!! I enjoyed the cointest!! Quote Link to comment
+wyohunter Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Congrats! And thanks for the contest! Quote Link to comment
+GPX Navigators Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Congrats Red Otter. Fun contest. Learned quite a bit. Quote Link to comment
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