Amazing Tails Scavenger Hunt 2025

Team Guidelines
Teams must consist of 1-5 participants. 

All team members must stay together at all times.

Each team must appoint one team captain (at least 18+) as the main contact, as listed when signing up. 

If your team size changes or team members/team captain are replaced, please contact us so we can update our participant list. 

Each team is allowed one opportunity to contact the event organizer for an extra hint or clue to help them advance to the next stop.

Start & End Times 
The scavenger hunt begins promptly at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 21 at the Richmond SPCA. Teams may not begin collecting items or completing challenges before this time.   

Teams must return to the Richmond SPCA, located at 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond VA 23220 by 4 p.m. to be eligible for prizes. 

Teams that return after the designated end time (4 p.m.) will not be disqualified, but may be ranked lower than teams who completed more locations on time. Final rankings will be based on the total number of correct locations completed  and bonus challenges completed before the deadline. 

All team members must return together and pass the finishing point at the Richmond SPCA to complete the scavenger hunt. A team’s final time will be recorded when the last team member crosses the finishing point.  

If a team member becomes sick or injured and is unable to return, the rest of the team must immediately notify Richmond SPCA staff by calling or texting 804-310-0378. In such cases, the team’s time will be recorded based on the last healthy member's return, and the situation will be reviewed at the discretion of event organizers.  

Instructions & Checkpoints 

Clues and tasks must be completed in order before moving on to the next, unless otherwise indicated.

Teams must remain together at all times and may not split up to complete multiple clues or tasks separately.

At some locations, staff will be present to check you in or verify task completion. At others, a contactless system—such as scanning a QR code—will be used.

Some scavenger hunt stops will require teams to enter and interact with local businesses. Participants must be courteous, respectful, and patient with staff, customers, and the business environment.

Proof of Completion of Bonus Tasks
Bonus tasks may require: 

• A photo or video taken by a team member
• A signature/stamp from a location
• Collecting a specific item
• Unless noted otherwise, photo submissions must include all team members

Scoring
Winners will be determined by the fastest overall race time.

Bonus challenges will be available along the race course, each worth 1 or 2 points.
•  1 point = 4-minute time deduction
•  2 points = 8-minute time deduction

Teams must complete the full race to be eligible for prizes. If fewer than five teams complete the scavenger hunt, the remaining prize spots will be awarded to the teams that completed the most stops in the shortest amount of time. If no team finishes the full course, all prizes will be awarded based on the highest number of stops completed and overall speed.

Behavior & Safety 
Obey all local laws and respect private property. 

No dangerous, illegal, or disrespectful behavior is allowed. 

Teams must follow pedestrian safety rules—no jaywalking or running into traffic. 

Participants are fully responsible for obeying all local traffic laws, including speed limits and parking regulations. The Richmond SPCA is not liable for any speeding tickets, parking violations, or other infractions incurred during the event.

Alcohol consumption during the scavenger hunt is not allowed. 

For the safety and comfort of all participants, pets are not allowed at the event, including during the scavenger hunt. Service animals, as defined by the ADA, are permitted. 

Disqualification Grounds and Time Deductions
The following activities are grounds for disqualification:
•  Cheating or tampering with other teams
•  Submitting fake or incomplete tasks
•  Arriving late past the time limit without valid cause. 

Any participant who engages in a physical altercation, aggressive behavior, or verbal harassment during the event will be immediately disqualified. This is a zero-tolerance policy to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all attendees. 

Disruptive, rude, or inappropriate behavior may result in time deductions or disqualification at the discretion of the Richmond SPCA.

Remember, these businesses are supporting the event—let’s return the favor with kindness and gratitude. 

All clues and tasks must be solved using only your registered team members. No calling, texting, messaging, or receiving help from anyone outside your team ("no phone-a-friend"). 
 
We operate on the honor system, but suspicious activity may result in a warning, time deductions, or disqualification. We encourage good sportsmanship and fairness to keep the event fun for everyone.

Weather & Cancellations 
The event will proceed rain or shine, unless the weather is hazardous. 

Organizers reserve the right to cancel or reschedule if needed.

Liability 
Participants take part at their own risk. 

A waiver must be signed by all participants or guardians (for minors).

Have Fun! 
Be creative, work as a team, and enjoy supporting a great cause!