By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Shrewsbury – To provide some much needed entertainment, Shrewsbury residents Stephen Trotto, Beth Shae Bryant, Carlos Garcia, Gary Hunter, Mary Depew, Michelle Roy Brown, Bob Wiggin and Andrea Castinetti are organizing a “social distancing” Scavenger Hunt Sunday, May 31, from 12-4 p.m. In case of inclement weather, an alternate date will be determined.
After a few Zoom meetings, the group strategized to come up with a safe way to participate by requiring that all teams be made up of only the people that are in quarantine together.
Additionally, they decided to turn it into a fundraiser, asking a nominal donation of $20 per team. Proceeds will be used to help fund protective equipment for local medical staff, as well as to support Worcester Pride.
In planning the event, Trotto and his team are busy organizing a family friendly game. There will be points of interest to locate, items to find and photo opportunities along the way. Sponsoring businesses may also leave things outside their establishments as well.
“There are different points for different items and different points for different challenges so people will have to strategize a little bit to figure out what they can do in the four hours to build the most points,” Trotto shared. “Extra points will go to the top three teams sporting goofy team attire.”
He reiterated that all teams must adhere to all of the state laws and COVID-19 advisories including social distancing and wearing masks whenever necessary.
The three teams with the most points at the end of the game will receive prizes.
Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register, create a team name and fill out the registration form at https://forms.gle/UYv7oFu1pKMHZVuE6. Donations may be made via PayPal, Venmo or check.
Depending on how many teams register, the hunt may be split into separate events. Sponsorships are available for businesses and families for $100 who wish to help support the fundraiser.
For more information, email [email protected].
