Crossword: ExtraORdinary Places #01

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March 15, 2024

This week’s theme: unusual spots around the state.

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Explanations of selected entries, theme, clues, etc.: (spoilers)

AO: atlasobscura.com
Wiki: wikipedia.org

17A. HUMONGOUS FUNGUS: AO, OR Ency., Wiki;
29A. BIGFOOT TRAP: AO, Wiki, USFS;
36A. WITCHES’ CASTLE: AO, Wiki;
49A. (Freakybuttrue) PECULIARIUM: AO, peculiarium.com;
61A. KEEP OREGON WEIRD (links for Portland): Wiki, travelportland.com, roughguides.com

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