It's time for another crazy week of the Sac Treasure Hunt! STH5 will be coming in October, so please stay tuned for all the details!
The theme will be spooky and scary in celebration of Halloween with yummy multi-colored candies and more!
Be on the look out for a video message via our youtube page on October 4th to get yourself ready for great fun and prizes!
STH Team
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
How Sac Treasure Hunt 4 Ended...
The drama and suspense of another Sac Treasure Hunt came to an end on Saturday morning, July 24th, at a small little school in Roseville. Yes, Roseville!
Why the daily clues threw most hunters into a scurry around parks and museums in Sacramento, it wasn't until the Saturday morning tweet of "152 acres...." convinced the hardcore hunters that they were in the wrong city!
STH4 ended at Maidu Elementary School in Roseville, which is located right next to Maidu Regional park.
Over 30 people, mostly new players, found the secret location within an hour's time, but only the first 12 were given the opportunity to try and see if a key fit the treasure chest lock and all the riches were theirs to be had!
The video of the ending is now posted on our STH youtube page to watch, enjoy the fun and see if you know anyone in the video!
So how did all the clues equal the secret location you ask? Well we stepped it up a notch this time, but here's how the thinking went!
Monday
1st Clue: Flower
Answer: Singular on purpose, as in "one" flower which meant "Rose" as in the city of Roseville and that the logo of the city has "one" Rose within it.(This first clue definitely had people thinking about parks and gardens in Sacramento area)
Tuesday:
2nd Clue: Museum
Answer: A vague clue for sure, but if you got Roseville figured out on Monday then it was just a matter of eliminating the museums within Roseville now.(This clue seemed to solidify the city of Sacramento as the secret location for most players with all its museums)
Wednesday
3rd Clue: Events
Answer: Another clue that is vague in nature, but many events are held at the secret location and it's neighboring park. (This clue could have been used for any location for the most part, and that is why it was, to keep people guessing!)
Thursday
4th Clue: Learn
Answer: Once again if you had narrowed it down to Roseville by now, Maidu Regional Park contains a Library as well and down the street is the Elementary School. (Once again a clue that left many still thinking a park or museum in Sacramento)
Friday
5th Clue: Well Lighted
Answer: The controversial clue...did I mean "lighted" or "lit". During the day or at night? Maidu Regional Park and the Elementary School are "well-lighted" to say the least and it says so on the website!
Saturday
Last clue: 152 acres + Miami Vice + Salad Dressing + where little ones learn
Answer: 152 acres is the size of Maidu Regional park (Roseville), Maidu Elementary school is located on Johnson (Don Johnson for Miami Vice) Ranch (Salad Dressing) Road and where little ones learn (Elementary School).
It was a mad rush to the end as several people were in Sacramento and then Maidu Park before they realized it was the at the Elementary School next door. Two words for those in cars: SLOW DOWN!
Congrats to the 12 winners, as they found the pirate in themselves, and all left with great prizes from our prize sponsors! For all those who did not find the secret location this time, there's a new STH coming in October, so stay tuned!
Thanks to all those who participated and supported STH5 on twitter with daily tweets and RT's! Greatly appreciated!
Special thanks to our generous and local prize sponsors: Smashburger, Quick Quack Car Wash, Jiffy Lube, Sacramento River Cats, Grange Restaurant, SacTown Magazine, Springhill Suites, Sacramento Zoo and the Sac Mountain Lions.
...and remember the secret location can be anywhere within a 36 mile radius of Downtown Sacramento!
Until next time...
STH Team
Why the daily clues threw most hunters into a scurry around parks and museums in Sacramento, it wasn't until the Saturday morning tweet of "152 acres...." convinced the hardcore hunters that they were in the wrong city!
STH4 ended at Maidu Elementary School in Roseville, which is located right next to Maidu Regional park.
Over 30 people, mostly new players, found the secret location within an hour's time, but only the first 12 were given the opportunity to try and see if a key fit the treasure chest lock and all the riches were theirs to be had!
The video of the ending is now posted on our STH youtube page to watch, enjoy the fun and see if you know anyone in the video!
So how did all the clues equal the secret location you ask? Well we stepped it up a notch this time, but here's how the thinking went!
Monday
1st Clue: Flower
Answer: Singular on purpose, as in "one" flower which meant "Rose" as in the city of Roseville and that the logo of the city has "one" Rose within it.(This first clue definitely had people thinking about parks and gardens in Sacramento area)
Tuesday:
2nd Clue: Museum
Answer: A vague clue for sure, but if you got Roseville figured out on Monday then it was just a matter of eliminating the museums within Roseville now.(This clue seemed to solidify the city of Sacramento as the secret location for most players with all its museums)
Wednesday
3rd Clue: Events
Answer: Another clue that is vague in nature, but many events are held at the secret location and it's neighboring park. (This clue could have been used for any location for the most part, and that is why it was, to keep people guessing!)
Thursday
4th Clue: Learn
Answer: Once again if you had narrowed it down to Roseville by now, Maidu Regional Park contains a Library as well and down the street is the Elementary School. (Once again a clue that left many still thinking a park or museum in Sacramento)
Friday
5th Clue: Well Lighted
Answer: The controversial clue...did I mean "lighted" or "lit". During the day or at night? Maidu Regional Park and the Elementary School are "well-lighted" to say the least and it says so on the website!
Saturday
Last clue: 152 acres + Miami Vice + Salad Dressing + where little ones learn
Answer: 152 acres is the size of Maidu Regional park (Roseville), Maidu Elementary school is located on Johnson (Don Johnson for Miami Vice) Ranch (Salad Dressing) Road and where little ones learn (Elementary School).
It was a mad rush to the end as several people were in Sacramento and then Maidu Park before they realized it was the at the Elementary School next door. Two words for those in cars: SLOW DOWN!
Congrats to the 12 winners, as they found the pirate in themselves, and all left with great prizes from our prize sponsors! For all those who did not find the secret location this time, there's a new STH coming in October, so stay tuned!
Thanks to all those who participated and supported STH5 on twitter with daily tweets and RT's! Greatly appreciated!
Special thanks to our generous and local prize sponsors: Smashburger, Quick Quack Car Wash, Jiffy Lube, Sacramento River Cats, Grange Restaurant, SacTown Magazine, Springhill Suites, Sacramento Zoo and the Sac Mountain Lions.
...and remember the secret location can be anywhere within a 36 mile radius of Downtown Sacramento!
Until next time...
STH Team
Friday, July 23, 2010
4th STH - Last minute clarifications
I have received several emails today and want to clarify some things for everyone:
1. The first 12 people who find the secret location of the treasure chest tomorrow morning after 10am; then fill out a form with the correct daily keywords in order, will have a shot at trying a key to open the lock to the chest. Four of the first 12 keys will open the chest. Those four people with the lucky keys will then face off again and one of the keys will open the chest. That will be the Grand Prize winner of everything in the chest, the other will be 2nd, 3rd and 4th place finishers.
2. Example: If you are the 8th person to get to the secret location, but don't remember the daily keywords, then as other people arrive and fill the daily keywords form out correctly, you could possibly not end up in the top 12. KNOW the daily keywords, write them down and bring that paper with you!
3. Once you get to the secret spot, you are NOT allowed to call, text, email, tweet or check-in via foursqaure; as you could intentionally or unintentionally let people know where the secret spot is located. On arrival and after filling out the daily keywords form you will have to put your cell phone or smartphone, etc..into the safe basket until the event is over.
4. Once arriving at the secret spot you can't help ANYONE with the daily keywords.
5. Couples or several members may play as a team and count as one (1) participant if they choose to do so.
6. The Parrot has the final ruling on all issues...play fair my friends!
BEST of luck to you all!
STH Team
1. The first 12 people who find the secret location of the treasure chest tomorrow morning after 10am; then fill out a form with the correct daily keywords in order, will have a shot at trying a key to open the lock to the chest. Four of the first 12 keys will open the chest. Those four people with the lucky keys will then face off again and one of the keys will open the chest. That will be the Grand Prize winner of everything in the chest, the other will be 2nd, 3rd and 4th place finishers.
2. Example: If you are the 8th person to get to the secret location, but don't remember the daily keywords, then as other people arrive and fill the daily keywords form out correctly, you could possibly not end up in the top 12. KNOW the daily keywords, write them down and bring that paper with you!
3. Once you get to the secret spot, you are NOT allowed to call, text, email, tweet or check-in via foursqaure; as you could intentionally or unintentionally let people know where the secret spot is located. On arrival and after filling out the daily keywords form you will have to put your cell phone or smartphone, etc..into the safe basket until the event is over.
4. Once arriving at the secret spot you can't help ANYONE with the daily keywords.
5. Couples or several members may play as a team and count as one (1) participant if they choose to do so.
6. The Parrot has the final ruling on all issues...play fair my friends!
BEST of luck to you all!
STH Team
4th STH - 5th Clue
5th Clue: Well lighted
Friday Daily Keywords: Quick Quack Car Wash
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a FREE car wash from Quick Quack Car Wash.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
Friday Daily Keywords: Quick Quack Car Wash
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a FREE car wash from Quick Quack Car Wash.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
4th STH - 4th Clue
4th Clue: Learn
Thursday Daily Keywords: Grange Restaurant
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a $20 Gift card to Grange Restaurant.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
Thursday Daily Keywords: Grange Restaurant
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a $20 Gift card to Grange Restaurant.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
4th STH - 3rd Clue
3rd Clue: Events
Wednesday Daily Keywords: Sacramento River Cats
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a a pair of tickets to the Sacramento River Cats.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
Wednesday Daily Keywords: Sacramento River Cats
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a a pair of tickets to the Sacramento River Cats.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
4th STH - 2nd Clue
2nd Clue: Museum
Tuesday Daily Keywords: Sacramento Mountain Lions
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a a pair of tickets to the first Sacramento Mountain Lions home game in September 2010.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
Tuesday Daily Keywords: Sacramento Mountain Lions
Be sure to retweet the clue on your twitter account by 9pm to enter to win a a pair of tickets to the first Sacramento Mountain Lions home game in September 2010.
Keep track of the daily keywords, you will need to know them in order to have a chance at opening the treasure chest and winning the grand prize!
Lastly, be sure to read the how to play, STH rules and prizes blog for the 4th Sac Treasure Hunt, as some new twists have been added!
Best of luck....
STH Team
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