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Scavenger Hunt

Find a red stapler. Take a selfie with someone wearing stripes. Complete 15 tasks in 20 minutes. Teams race, strategize, and bond over absurd challenges.

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Group Size:

10-50 people

Duration:

20-45 minutes

Difficulty:

Medium

How to Play:

Scavenger Hunt - How to Play
  1. 1

    Divide into teams of 3-5 people (small enough to move fast, big enough to split tasks)

  2. 2

    Give each team the same list of 15-25 items to find or tasks to complete

  3. 3

    Set a clear time limit: 20 minutes for simple hunts, 45 for complex ones

  4. 4

    Teams decide strategy: split up or stay together?

  5. 5

    Use photo evidence for completed tasks—timestamps prevent cheating

  6. 6

    Reconvene, share highlights, award points for creativity not just speed

Find a red stapler. Take a team selfie with the CEO. Get a stranger to sign your list. Scavenger Hunt turns a group of coworkers into a squad with inside jokes—there’s the team that convinced a security guard to pose with them, the pair who found three staplers but none were red, the group that discovered a hidden rooftop nobody knew existed. The tasks are just an excuse. What you’re really doing is creating stories teams will reference for months. Someone will mention “that time we made a stapler crown” in a meeting, and half the room will laugh.

Best For:

The ultimate ice breaker game for team building events, outdoor activities, company retreats, and onboarding weeks where movement and energy are needed.

Pro Tips

  • Mix easy tasks (find something blue) with hard ones (get a stranger to sing)

  • Include team photo challenges: 'Everyone doing a handstand' builds instant memories

  • Award bonus points for creativity—the team that made a stapler crown deserves recognition

  • Set boundaries clearly: building only, campus only, or city-wide depending on time

FAQ

What makes a good Scavenger Hunt task list?
Balance is key: 5 easy finds, 5 moderate challenges, 5 creative tasks. Include at least 3 photo challenges and 2 tasks requiring teamwork.
How do I prevent cheating in Scavenger Hunt?
Require photo evidence with timestamps. Include tasks that can't be faked like 'team jumping photo' or 'video of group singing the company song'.
Does Scavenger Hunt work for remote teams?
Yes! Create a virtual version as an ice breaker game: 'Find something in your home that...' or 'Take a screenshot of...' Works great on video calls.
How many tasks should be on the list?
More than teams can complete. For 20 minutes, list 25 tasks. Teams finishing everything means the challenge was too easy.
Should I give prizes for Scavenger Hunt winners?
Small prizes add excitement, but the real reward is the stories. Share best photos with the whole group afterward.

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