Clue No. 4: Brown Deer's medallion hunt with a $1,500 grand prize continues
A hidden treasure in Brown Deer has managed to elude discovery for almost two weeks. Thus, a fourth clue to find the prize has arrived.
Members of the public have the opportunity to win $1,500 and a complimentary meal ― if they can find a medallion hidden within the 4.5 square miles of the northern Milwaukee suburb. The medallion hunt started on Tuesday, May 14 with the publication of the first clue, which can be found below, along with the second and third clues.
Here is Clue No. 4:
The kids in Brown Deer appear to be smart.
I heard their strong test scores set them apart.
It all started with the Little White School House,
And now have events in the Novak Family Field House.
Each day I look at where it all began,
The Village’s history here – I am a fan.
Yet you need to walk away from this historic landmark.
As I’m about 300 feet away from it in the park.
Clues for Brown Deer's first-ever 2024 Medallion Hunt are being posted on the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's site and in regular Brown Deer communication channels every Tuesday and Friday until the medallion is found, with up to eight clues created for the hunt, according to a May 7 news release from Village Manager Tyler Burkart.
Burkart said no property, vegetation, or ground needs to be damaged to find the medallion.
The medallion hunt is coordinated by the Brown Deer Community Foundation, and it is sponsored by the local restaurant Café Corazon, located in Brown Deer at 4102 W. Bradley Road.
If you're the lucky treasure hunter to find the medallion, call 414-371-3051.
What were the previous clues?
Clue No. 1:
It is May 14 and I’m excited to be
Starting the hunt off and running free.
I’m the Café Corazon heart, home of tasty food
Find me and you’ll be in a celebratory mood.
I’m hiding in a public place where kids play
And you can be outside on a lovely day.
Brown Deer’s home values continue to rise
You better get started if you want to win the prize.
Clue No. 2:
Three days passed and you have yet to find me.
Don’t waste your time looking up in a tree.
I’m afraid of heights and prefer the ground.
That is where I can be found.
There’s fun at this place for everyone,
Take out the shades under the summer sun.
Let’s heat up the grill and pass me a plate.
In one of the most diverse suburbs in this state.
Clue No. 3:
A week has gone by and I’m still here.
Thankfully the people are nice in Brown Deer.
Drinks at Community Vibes quench my thirst,
I can’t wait to hear the music unless you find me first.
Swimming at the lake can be daunting and hard,
But here there’s calm waters and a lifeguard.
Don’t jump the fence as I’m not on the sand.
Instead, you’ll find me on grassy land.
What does the medallion look like?
The medallion is designed to mimic Café Corazon's logo and will be in the shape of a heart approximately 3 inches in diameter.
It was crafted by local Brown Deer artist Jean Wells, a professional potter for 30 years who creates contemporary stoneware pottery, according to the release. Wells is the current president of Wisconsin Craft and a member of the Milwaukee Artists Resource Network.
What is the prize for finding the medallion?
The lucky individual who finds the medallion will receive a complimentary meal for four people at the café, along with the $1,500 grand prize.
The Brown Deer Community Foundation and Café Corazon will also host a photo opportunity and ceremony to recognize the winner.
Where can I find clues for the Brown Deer medallion hunt?
Clues will be posted in the form of biweekly updates to this story as they are released on Tuesday and Friday. The newest clue will be posted near the top of the page, and previous clues will be posted below that.
Contact Claudia Levens at clevens@gannett.com. Follow her on X at @levensc13.
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