Looking for a fun summer job where you can spend time outside and make a positive impact on your community? From park ranger to camp counselor, we have something for everyone!
Take an adventure through city parks this winter using clues and maps to find hidden items on the Winter Family Scavenger Hunt!
30 items will be hidden in 15 participating parks throughout the city for residents to find and take a photo with for a chance to win prizes. The scavenger hunt is free, and all community members are welcome to participate. This is not an in-person gathering, but instead a self-paced scavenger hunt.
This year hidden items will feature Movie Characters and Black Historical Figures in honor of Black History Month, with clues created by the Kalamazoo Youth Action Council (KYAC).
Five winners will be randomly selected to win their choice of a Family Season Pass at Kik Pool or a week of summer camp for one child. Winners will be contacted via email and announced on social media. The first 50 participants will also receive a free scavenger hunt t-shirt for each participating family member.
When planning outdoor activities in cold weather, residents are reminded to dress warmly, check the weather, and plan ahead to ensure they can safely enjoy the winter season.
Please note, some park vehicle gates are closed for the winter. At Milham Park, the parking lot on Kilgore Road near the picnic shelter is open year-round, as is the large parking lot at Spring Valley Park near the water tower on Mt. Olivet Road. Weather conditions such as snow or ice may also affect access to parking lots and paths. Please use caution when using park areas covered in snow or ice.
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Download the Scavenger Hunt Guide(PDF, 3MB)
All submissions must be made by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28.
Complete the Submission Form