Hobbies And Interests
Instructions
Plan to have your scavenger hunt on a weekend or as a holiday celebration. To insure that people can attend, you want to have it on a day that isn't a workday for most.
Map out a territory for your scavenger hunt. It can be held at a large park or even across the entire town, if you live in a small town or if it's feasible for people to drive around that large an area. Discuss with town officials when and where you plan to have the hunt to insure it won't infringe on town guidelines. Reserve the area you have chosen if you need to.
Make a flyer for your scavenger hunt. Include the date and where it will be held and any special considerations, such as recommended attire or things people will need to bring, and the prizes being offered. Post the announcement on your town's website, put an ad in your local paper, and put up flyers around town where it is permissible to do so. Tell friends and people you meet in the community to spread the word.
Make a list of things for people to find that are particular to the community. For example: a photo of a town landmark, a coupon or receipt from a local store, an autograph from a town official, objects from a local park or playground. If your hunt is on or near a holiday you can list holiday-themed things: a picture with the local Santa or of notable holiday decorations in your town.
Type or write up the scavenger hunt list, and make enough copies to hand out to participants. Also include with the list any particulars, such as starting and finishing times and places, whether the hunt is on foot or if cars can be used, and any safety rules that need to be observed. For example, if the hunt is at night, you might specify that kids will need to be accompanied by a parent or adult supervisor.