Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest

My first (hopefully annual?) scavenger hunt contest is now LIVE! Instead of a gift guide this year I am trying something new, although you can still check out my gift guides from 2018, 2019, and 2020. All the items are still in vogue and all the ideas and suggestions are still my go to gifts- the gift of time and the gift of adventure!

Take a look at NINE photos featuring some of our favorite adventures from 2021. Each photo can be found on a blog post from 2021, so if you need a little help, check back to our adventures here. Fill out this google form, listing either the attraction or city and state of each photo. The contest ends on November 21st, 2021 12am EST. If you need a little help, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram as we’ll be giving hints about each of the locations over the next two weeks.

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Two winners will be randomly selected from all correct entries to receive one of our new favorite books: 50 Hikes with Kids New England by Wendy Gorton. This beautifully photographed, well researched book includes hikes throughout all six New England states with tons of tips about the trails, facilities, and nearby attractions.

Fine print: Contest is open to all residents of the continental United States and is open from November 2nd (6am) through November 21st (12am) EST. Winners will be contacted via email and will have 7 days to respond before another winner is randomly selected from correctly completed forms. Kids are encouraged to participate with parental permission. GOOD LUCK!

New England based, part high school English teacher, part non profit founder, part road tripper who LOVES hopping in the family SUV to explore America. Our bucket list includes National Parks, MLB stadiums, presidential libraries, and eating wherever the locals eat!

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6 Comments

  1. This is such a fun idea!! I remember a few of the pics from posts I’ve read… Can’t wait to figure them all out!

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  2. This is such a fun idea!! I remember a few of the pics from posts I’ve read… Can’t wait to figure them all out!

    Reply

  3. This is such a fun idea!! I remember a few of the pics from posts I’ve read… Can’t wait to figure them all out!

    Reply

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