The Visitors Bureau of Highland County is excited to announce the successful conclusion of the 2025 Summer Scavenger Hunt, which ran from May 1 through September 15.

This year’s scavenger hunt invited both residents and visitors to explore Highland County through more than 30 unique missions, from visiting local landmarks to discovering hidden gems across the community. Participants joined through the Goosechase app or by downloading a paper checklist from the Visitors Bureau website.

The response was overwhelming, with over 260 teams and individuals participating and submitting an incredible 1,996 photos, videos, and text answers. To be eligible for prizes, participants needed to complete at least 10 missions.

The Visitors Bureau is proud to recognize this year’s winners:

• Winner #1 – Josie Vance
• Winner #2 – Jen and Luke
• Winner #3 – The Daye’s
• Winner #4 – Myers Clan
• Winner #5 - Christie

Each winner received a prize basket valued at over $100, made possible thanks to generous donations from the Visitors Bureau of Highland County and local businesses, including:

• Holtfield Station
• Holtfield Coffee Station
• Highland District Hospital
• Southern State Community College
• ConnectSCP
• Jabby Communications/Verizon Wireless
• Highland District Library
• Twisted Violet Homestead
• Amy Davis & Associates Realty
• Hospice of Hope
• Shafer Heating & Cooling
• Highland County Chamber of Commerce
• Visitors Bureau of Highland County

“We’re thrilled with the community’s response to the scavenger hunt,” said [Executive Director’s Name], Executive Director of the Visitors Bureau of Highland County. “With nearly 2,000 submissions, it’s clear that people had fun exploring Highland County, supporting local businesses, and sharing their adventures. We’re grateful to our donors and participants for making this summer’s event such a success.”

The Visitors Bureau plans to continue offering creative, family-friendly events like the Summer Scavenger Hunt to engage the community and promote tourism throughout Highland County.

For more information about upcoming events, visit www.visithighlandcounty.com or follow the Visitors Bureau on social media.