By Larry Billinger
Step into the arena for “Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #40,” where precision and speed continue to define the winners. As we celebrate reaching our 40th challenge, the stakes remain high and the competition fierce. With points on the line for the top three finishers, each entry could dramatically shift the leaderboard standings.
The Challenge:
A new satellite image challenges your geographical prowess once again. Can you decipher the location with no starting clues?
Clues:
- Day 1: None. Trust your instincts and geographic knowledge to guide you through.\
- Clue 1: It’s in the North
- Clue 2: Is it Asia or Europe?
- Clue 3: It’s technically in Asia.
- Clue 4: Russia
- Clue 5: There is a runway nearby
- Clue 6: Eastern half of Russia
- Clue 7: Near the Pacific Ocean
Rules:
- Scoring System: Points are awarded to the top three fastest correct answers—3 points for first, 2 points for second, and 1 point for third.
- No Initial Clues: Begin the challenge without any hints.
- No Reverse Image Search: Ensure fair play by avoiding reverse image searches.
- Accuracy and Speed: The success of your entry hinges on both the correctness of your coordinates and your response time.
- Valid Entries: Entries must be submitted as comments on the blog, with the top three correct answers announced post-verification.
Leaderboard Update:
The results from the last challenge have brought changes to the leaderboard. Here’s how it now looks after accounting for the new scores:
| Rank | Name | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kenny W | 14 |
| 2 | Z | 9 |
| 3 | Deborah M | 6 |
| 4 | David G | 5 |
| 5 | Mark S | 7 |
| 6 | Grant | 4 |
| 7 | Christina C | 2 |
| 8 | Mike M | 1 |
| 8 | Jacob W | 1 |
How to Enter:
- Examine the Image: Stay tuned for the satellite image to be posted on our blog.
- Determine the Coordinates: Use your mapping skills to identify the exact GPS coordinates.
- Post on the Blog:
- Go to the ‘Satellite Sleuths’ contest page.
- Enter your coordinates and name in the comments.
- Click ‘Post Comment’ to submit your guess.
- Await the Results: The top three correct entries will be revealed after the close of the round.
The Reward:
Points awarded in GPS Challenge #40 will continue to affect the leaderboard, enhancing participants’ reputations as top-tier Satellite Sleuths.
Prepare for an exciting challenge. Who will rise to the top and score the most points in Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #40?
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64.778870, 177.886114
Not going to lie, this one’s a little creepy, look at the photos of this place
https://maps.app.goo.gl/FRP6kGZGHiG1Sp2d7
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