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This game combines exploring new places with physical activities, making the journey fun and healthy. You can tailor it to any destination, but here’s a general template:

Travelers Fitness Scavenger Hunt

Objective: Complete as many tasks as possible while exploring your travel destination.

Materials Needed:

• Comfortable walking/running shoes
• A map or smartphone with a maps app
• A camera or smartphone with a camera
• A water bottle
• A notebook and pen or a notes app to track progress

Rules:

1. Each task has a point value. Complete as many tasks as possible within the set time (e.g., 2 hours or whatever timeframe you set).
2. Document your completed tasks with photos or videos where applicable.
3. Stay safe, respect local regulations, and be mindful of your surroundings.

Tasks:

1. City Park Workout (10 points)
   • Find a local park.
   • Do a set of 10 push-ups, 20 squats, and 30 seconds of planking.
2. Landmark Lunges (15 points)
   • Locate a famous landmark.
   • Perform lunges from one end of the landmark to the other (at least 20 lunges).
3. Stair Master Challenge (20 points)
   • Find a set of stairs (a monument, public staircase, etc.).
   • Run or walk up and down the stairs 3 times.
4. Historic Stretch (10 points)
   • Find a historic site.
   • Do a stretching routine for 5 minutes, including reaching up high and touching your toes.
5. Waterfront Walk/Run (15 points)
   • Locate a waterfront (river, lake, ocean).
   • Walk or run along the waterfront for at least 1 mile (1.6 km).
6. Cultural Dance (20 points)
   • Find a place playing local music (a street performer, a cultural center).
   • Dance for 5 minutes to the music.
7. Food Market Exploration (10 points)
   • Visit a local food market.
   • Walk around the market for at least 15 minutes, checking out different stalls.
8. Photo with a Local (10 points)
   • Ask a local person for a photo.
   • Bonus: If they join you in a quick fitness activity like jumping jacks (extra 5 points).
9. Nature Trail Jog (15 points)
   • Find a nature trail.
   • Jog or briskly walk the entire trail (minimum 1 mile/1.6 km).
10. Yoga in the Square (10 points)
    • Find a public square or plaza.
    • Do a 5-minute yoga routine.
11. Library Lift (10 points)
    • Visit a local library.
    • Walk up and down the stairs inside (or around) the library at least 5 times.
12. Museum Muscle (15 points)
    • Visit a museum.
    • Do a 10-minute walk through, pausing every few exhibits to do 10 calf raises.
13. Bridge Balance (10 points)
    • Find a bridge.
    • Walk across the entire length, doing side lunges every few steps.
14. Public Art Pose (10 points)
    • Find a piece of public art or sculpture.
    • Strike a fitness pose (tree pose, plank, etc.) in front of it and take a photo.
15. Café Cool Down (10 points)
    • Visit a local café.
    • Do a quick stretching routine while waiting for your order.

Scoring:

• Total up your points at the end of the scavenger hunt.
• Optional: Share your photos and videos on social media with a designated hashtag to inspire or challenge others.

This scavenger hunt not only encourages physical activity but also helps you immerse yourself in the local culture and landmarks. Play the scavenger hunt at each location you visit and try to beat your score. Enjoy your travels and stay fit!

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