Scavenger Hunt – St. Croix
Thank you for participating in Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota’s All-Ages Scavenger Hunt!
You are tasked with finding as many of the specific “items” listed below as you can, which are grouped into these categories:
◎ Birds ◎ Mammals ◎ Wildflowers ◎ Trees ◎ Humans
RULES AND PRIZE DRAWINGS
Submit this form to be entered in our weekly drawing for a $20 gift card to Minnesota State Parks.
Anyone from age 1-100+ may participate, but for participants age 12 and under, a parent/guardian will need to submit the form.
Entrants are limited to one hunt per park or trail during the event season. But feel free to do them all!
POINTS = ENTRIES IN WEEKLY DRAWING
- 20 pts – For submitting this form
- 1 pt (19 max) – For each “item” you find
- 20 pts – For sharing an Instagram photo of your adventure
- 5 pts (10 max) – For each child age 12 and under who participates with you
“The real source of inner joy is to remain truthful and honest.”
Good luck and happy hunting!
#1. Bird - AMERICAN GOLDFINCH
Nice job finding a goldfinch! While fairly common, they are a treat anytime you see them.
#2. Bird - AMERICAN ROBIN
Nice job finding a Robin!
#3. Bird - BALD EAGLE
Woohoo, you found a bald eagle!
#4. Birds - RED-WINGED BLACKBIRD
#5. Mammal - BEAVER
Woohoo, you found a creature that plays an important role in Minnesota’s wetland ecosystem.
#6. Mammal - CHIPMUNK
Oh, lucky! These are fun to spot.
#7. Mammal - RED FOX
Amazing that you found such an elusive creature!
#8. Mammal - WHITETAIL DEER
Nice job! Isn’t it amazing how quiet they can be.
#9. Wildflower - BLACK-EYED SUSAN
Nice job! Aren’t they pretty
#10. Wildflower - BLAZING STAR
Wonderful! Lovely flowers
#11. Wildflower - COLUMBINE
Great! Look closely to see the fine details on this flower.
#12. Wildflower - JOE-PYE WEED
Super job finding the Joe-Pye Weed!
#13. Tree - GREEN ASH
Nice job! Look for evidence of the Emerald Ash Borer, which leaves “S” shaped etchings in the bark. Let’s hope you don’t see any!
#14. Tree - JACK PINE
Nice job finding the Jack Pine!
#15. Tree - QUAKING ASPEN
#16. Tree - SILVER MAPLE
Super, you found a silver maple!
#17. Humans - CANOEIST or KAYAKER
Great! What a fun way to explore the park!