Frequently Asked Questions
What is a scavenger hunt?
A scavenger
hunt is an active and enjoyable team activity that is based on a list of questions
to be answered, objects to be collected and photos to be taken. Some tasks can
be completed at specific locations, others can be completed at multiple locations.
The questions are in random order, requiring the teams to determine their route
and which tasks they will try to accomplish in the allotted time. Each team selects
a unique route which means that teams don't follow each other, however they frequently
see each other along the way.
How is that different from a treasure hunt?
A treasure hunt is a series of clues that lead a group along a set route to a
final destination. Generally, the first team to reach the finish is the winning
team. Because scavenger hunts are more of a problem-solving activity, the winning
team is not the one that is most physically fit, but rather the one with the strongest
team skills such as creativity, problem-solving, leadership and communication.
Is
it like the Amazing Race?
Yes and no. We believe that corporate groups
should not race each other as this will usually mean that the most physically
fit team will win. In a corporate setting, that's not fair. So we take the "race"
element out so that all participants participate on a level playing field, regardless
of fitness level. What our scavenger hunts have in common with the Amazing Race
is our checkpoints at which teams must complete a challenging creative task before
they can move on.
How long does a scavenger hunt last?
Our hunts are designed to fill the amount of time you have allocated to your event.
Anywhere from 90 minutes to 4 hours is ideal.
How much work is it to
organize?
Our goal is to minimize the amount of work required at your
end. Once you have made your booking, we will require less than 30 minutes of
your time. All we need to know from you is the date, time and location. We handle
the rest. We also suggest that our clients divide the group up into teams, but
if you don't have time even for that, we can do it for you!
How far
in advance do we need to book?
Usually people ask us this when timelines
are very short. We have put together many highly successful events for our clients
with less than a week's notice. Generally, more time is better. But if you need
help in a hurry, contact us and we'll help you out.
What locations are
serviced by Scavenger Hunt Anywhere?
We can run a scavenger hunt anytime,
anywhere. If we have never run a program in your desired location, we will do
a scouting visit and design a flawless scavenger hunt for your group.
Can
you facilitate the hunt so our group can learn from it?
Absolutely! Because
of our training and development background and also because our scavenger hunts
are a great challenge of your group's team skills, it is a natural next step for
us to turn your event into a productive learning experience. A skilled facilitator
helps participants identify the business skills used in the hunt and how these
skills can be used in the daily operation of your business.
Where does
it start and where does it finish?
Anywhere in or near the scavenger hunt
area is suitable. Most groups start and finish at a meeting room or restaurant.
What
if it rains?
As long as your group dresses for the weather they will have
fun.
Can you handle really large groups?
Any size at all. If
you have 2000 people, no problem! Let us know your group size and we will know
how to handle it.
Is it a lot of walking?
That is up to each
team. Some tasks in our hunts require more walking and other tasks require less
walking. If a team is energetic, they may choose to cover a greater distance.
If a team wants to minimize walking, then they may focus on completing tasks that
are in a smaller area.
How many scavenger hunts has Scavenger Hunt
Anywhere organized?
In 2008, we ran our 1000th scavenger hunt since we
started in 2002. We've run scavenger hunts in over 100 locations worldwide.
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