Welcome to Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts.

These hunts are designed to be fun, community-driven adventures that encourage exploration, puzzle-solving, teamwork, and getting outdoors. To help keep hunts enjoyable, fair, and safe for everyone involved, all participants are expected to follow the rules and guidelines below.

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Participation in any hunt means you agree to these rules.

 

1. PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK

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Participants join all hunts voluntarily and assume full responsibility for their own safety, decisions, actions, transportation, and behavior.

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Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts and its organizer(s) are not responsible for:

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• injuries

• accidents

• vehicle damage

• trespassing

• lost items

• unsafe behavior

• weather-related incidents

• interactions with wildlife or insects

• actions taken by other participants

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Always use common sense and prioritize safety over finding a prize.

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If a location or situation appears unsafe, do not continue searching.

 

2. NO TRESPASSING

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All hunts are intended to remain in publicly accessible areas unless clearly stated otherwise.

 

Participants must NEVER:

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• trespass on private property

• cross locked gates or barriers

• enter restricted areas

• climb dangerous structures

• damage property

• enter closed parks or facilities after hours

• ignore posted signs or warnings

 

If a hunt clue appears to lead somewhere restricted or unsafe, assume you are interpreting the clue incorrectly.

 

3. RESPECT PUBLIC SPACES

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Please respect parks, trails, businesses, neighborhoods, and public areas during all hunts.

 

Participants must:

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• dispose of trash properly

• avoid damaging nature or property

• avoid disrupting businesses or events

• avoid blocking traffic or pathways

• be respectful toward other hunters and the public

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Treasure hunting should leave locations exactly as they were found.

 

4. HUNTS MAY INVOLVE WALKING OR OUTDOOR CONDITIONS

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Some hunts may require:

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• walking long distances

• navigating trails or uneven terrain

• standing for extended periods

• searching in wooded or outdoor areas

• bending, crouching, or reaching into safe hiding spots

 

Participants should:

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• dress appropriately

• stay hydrated

• prepare for changing weather

• wear suitable footwear

• know their own physical limits

 

Participants are responsible for determining whether a hunt is appropriate for their abilities and health.

 

5. NO DESTRUCTION OR DIGGING

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Treasure will NEVER require:

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• digging holes

• damaging structures

• destroying property

• removing fixtures

• vandalizing public areas

 

If you feel the need to force, break, pry, or damage something to search for treasure, you are searching incorrectly.

 

6. FIRST PERSON TO CLAIM THE TREASURE WINS

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Unless otherwise stated:

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• the first person to physically locate and claim the hidden prize is the official winner

• winners may be asked to provide a photo or confirmation for verification purposes

• once a prize is claimed, the hunt is officially over

 

In the event of unusual disputes, Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts reserves the right to make final decisions regarding winners and hunt outcomes.

 

7. HUNTS MAY CHANGE IN REAL TIME

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Weather, safety concerns, public activity, or unexpected circumstances may require hunts to be:

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• modified

• delayed

• relocated

• paused

• canceled

• adjusted during gameplay

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If changes occur, updates will be posted on official Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts platforms.

 

8. NO HARASSMENT OR UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT

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Participants are expected to behave respectfully toward:

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• other hunters

• event organizers

• businesses

• bystanders

• park visitors

• online community members

 

Harassment, threats, aggressive behavior, cheating attempts, or intentionally ruining hunts for others may result in removal from future events or blocking from official platforms.

 

9. ONLINE CONTENT & MEDIA

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Photos, comments, winner images, screenshots, hunt footage, and community interactions shared publicly on Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts platforms may be reposted or featured for promotional or community purposes.

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Participants who do not wish to appear in shared content should avoid submitting identifiable photos or request removal when appropriate.

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10. HUNTS ARE FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES

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Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts is intended as a recreational entertainment experience.

Prize amounts, hunt formats, schedules, and difficulty levels may vary.

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No purchase is ever necessary to participate.

 

11. SOCIAL MEDIA DISCLAIMER

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Official clues, updates, and hunt announcements will only come from official Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts accounts or websites.

 

Participants should be cautious of:

• fake accounts

• impersonators

• false winner claims

• unofficial clue posts

 

12. COMMUNITY FIRST

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The goal of Tennessee Valley Treasure Hunts is bigger than hidden cash.

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The purpose is to:

• create adventure

• build community

• encourage exploration

• bring people outdoors

• create memorable experiences

• make the Tennessee Valley a little more fun

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Winning is exciting. But the experience is the real treasure.🗺️💰