Just like fireworks, we're ending Explore-a-thon with a bang and extending it through the 4th of July! In addition to our ongoing competitions, we have a fun pop-up challenge for you: a scavenger hunt in the watershed!
Here's how it works
- Register for Explore-a-thon if you're not already.
- Complete 3 out of 10 activities listed below between Monday, July 27th and Monday, July 4th, at midnight.
- Each activity must include a photo entry to qualify (a photo of the trailhead, farm, activity, etc.) along with your name emailed to: hvaexploreathon@gmail.com.
- All entries must be submitted by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, July 5th.
- Complete the scavenger hunt and you'll be entered into a drawing to win a SingleNest hammock with suspension system, VentaPak, or 4 Canndondale helmets (2 adult, 2 junior).
Scavenger hunt activities
1. Go to a land trust property
2. Enjoy a beverage at a local brewery
3. Find a waterfall
4. Visit the Housatonic Heritage African-American heritage trail
5. Go to your local farm or farmer's market.
6. Take a selfie with the Housatonic River
7. Find a new plant you didn't know about before (there is probably one in your yard!)
8. Visit a historical or cultural site (monument, museum, historical house, etc.).
9. Spot local wildlife like a bird (Use apps like Merlin Bird ID or Ebird!), fish, deer, salamander, etc.
10. Explore a new spot in the watershed you haven't been before (this can be anything: a trail, preserve, stream, local business or restaurant, etc.)
If you post about your adventures, don't forget to tag us @hvatodayand use the hashtag #hvaexplore.
Good luck and happy exploring!