06/19/2025
The Medallion has been found!! It was found by Ayden & Amy Dawson with Bryson Bailey.
The Medallion was hidden at Highlands Park in the tall grass next to the curve of the Hockey Rink.
Please find below a brief recap of their 2025 Strawberry Fest Medallion Hunt Recap:
Ayden and Bryson were having a sleepover when they planned to bike to Merchants Bank to get the Strawberry Fest Buttons —but Bryson’s scooter ran out of battery, so they headed back to his house. While playing Monopoly, Ayden realized his mom had the day off, so he asked if she could drive them around to hunt.
They started at Hearthside Park, thinking the clue about the “slight curve” and the hockey rink might lead there—but no luck. Then they checked Ninas Park, and almost went to Woodridge, but decided on Pine Hill next—still nothing.
Ayden’s mom thought they might be overthinking the clues. That’s when Bryson suggested they try Highlands Park. While walking around near the basketball court, Ayden’s mom noticed flattened grass in the tall field near the rink. She started poking around—and found the medallion! She called Ayden over, and they all rushed to the spot to celebrate and take a photo.
It was both Ayden and Bryson’s first time ever finding the medallion—a big win! Ayden had hunted a bit the day before while Bryson was at a church event, but today was Bryson’s first day hunting, and they nailed it. Well done, team!
Next year we will just have to make the clues harder, so we reach the weekend 😉
As we have been the Medallion Sponsor for these past 3 years, we have learned a few things and will take these learnings into 2026!
Remember, we will have a Booth in the Strawberry Fields Friday and Saturday - Swing on by! Tell us your experience of the Medallion hunt! We look forward to seeing everyone there!
If you haven't purchased your Button, check out the Cottage Grove Strawberry Fest page to find locations to get those buttons before the fun starts!
Please find below the remaining clues just so you all know:
Clue #5:
In Highlands Park, near hockey’s edge,
Past tennis courts and playground ledge.
Go north beyond the rink’s broad back,
Where pine trees hide a grassy track.
Clue #6:
To find the prize, face north, not east,
Where sounds of sport and laughter cease.
In tall grass tucked by pine tree base,
The medallion waits in quiet place.
Clue #7:
Behind the rink and north it lies,
Where pines reach up to touch the skies.
In knee-high grass near shaded tree,
You’ll find the token—go and see!
Have a fun and safe weekend everyone!!
Nate & Team
