FrogQuest
Photo Scavenger Hunts
for Kids, Tweens, and Teens
in Newark, Ohio
Explore Newark FrogQuest Locations
Newark's lively downtown core, especially around the Licking County Courthouse and the Canal Market District, provides an ideal setting for kids and families seeking a walkable and engaging scavenger hunt experience. These areas are characterized by a high density of pedestrian traffic, colorful storefronts, and a variety of public art and historic architecture that serve as dynamic visual prompts. Teams can navigate through bustling streets and public plazas, observing the diverse mix of buildings, street scenes, and local activity that create a rich backdrop for creative challenges. The historic Main Street area offers a blend of charming storefronts and sidewalk activity, making it easy for teams to identify clues amid the lively foot traffic and visual variety. Additionally, neighborhoods like the Arts District and the Indian Mound Mall provide ample opportunities for teams to explore different environments, with numerous people, props, and scenery to incorporate into their problem-solving. These walkable districts foster spontaneous interactions and provide a wealth of background scenery, encouraging teams to think quickly and collaborate effectively.
Downtown Newark's historic buildings, public art, and the Canal Market District create a charming, walkable environment for kid-friendly scavenger hunts. Teams will find engaging visual prompts and pedestrian-friendly streets for collaborative challenges.
Indulge in retail therapy at Indian Mound Mall in Newark, ideal for kids and families seeking shopping and entertainment. Browse through a mix of stores, boutiques, and eateries offering something for everyone. Pose with frog-inspired decorations that add a whimsical vibe to the mall, enhancing your scavenger hunt adventure!
Connect with nature at Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve, perfect for kids and families seeking outdoor adventures and scenic beauty. Enjoy hiking trails, rock formations, and wildlife viewing amidst natural landscapes. Keep your cameras ready to snap photos with frog-inspired decorations that add a playful touch to the preserve!
This district features a collection of historic buildings, local shops, and eateries. The walkable streets and architectural details provide a rich setting for kid-friendly scavenger hunts.
Home to galleries, theaters, and public art, this district fosters a creative atmosphere. The mix of venues and street art makes it an engaging area for kid-friendly scavenger hunts.
Along the Licking River, this district offers scenic views, parks, and trails. The natural setting combined with urban elements adds diversity to kid-friendly scavenger hunts.
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What is FrogQuest?
FrogQuest is a laughably fun photo scavenger hunt for kids, teens and tweens. Teams scour any city on foot completing daring, interactive photo-challenges with our mobile app. High Score wins!
Live Judging
We personally review every submitted photo, awarding bonus points when impressed, deducting when not. So bring that A-game!
Photo Slideshow
Afterwards, laugh together as you watch a curated slideshow of all the best photos.
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Customized
Every experience is a snowflake, created especially for your group, activity and location. Crazy or tame, it's up to you.
On Your Time
Most hunts take 2-3 hours by default but we adjust to your schedule.
Leaderboard
Track your team's activities against the others as you compete for first place.
Downloadable
Download all the photos and keep them evermore once the fun of the hunt is done.
As low as $25/pp Get Started
Who, What, Why?
Perfect for groups both large and small, but as always...the more the merrier!
Photo Hall of Fame
A few of our favorite submissions
Teams
24,490
Participants
126,610
Photos Judged
905,290
Points Awarded
23,156,970
What to Expect
Hunts are 2 hours by default, adjusted to your schedule as needed.
1. Set-up & Send-off!
~10 minutes
We'll meet you in the heart of your chosen play area, explain the rules, get you excited, then send you off on your photo adventure.
2. Ready, Set, Go!
~1-2 hours
Teams scatter in various directions, complete quests, and submit photos to our judges as they go. Impressing our judges may earn you bonus points. Teams track their progress in real time via the leaderboard!
3. Enjoy the Slideshow Together
~15 minutes
When the time is up, everyone returns to watch a curated photo slideshow of all the best submissions.
4. Announce Winning Team
~5 minutes
All good things must come to an end, but not until we've announced the winning team! If there are any prizes (optional), we'll pass those out too.
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