THE HUNT 2024

NOTE: The Scheduled Missions Calendar is not a comprehensive list of Missions, but is an outline of the Missions that have a limited time to complete. Use it to plan your HUNT schedule and maximize your fundraising bonus points! More Scheduled Missions may be added in the coming weeks, so check back as we get closer to THE HUNT.

Practice Missions: March 1st - April 19th

Practice Missions are optional, and allow HUNTers to warm up and practice prior to THE HUNT while they get to know the GooseChase app. No points will be awarded.

Early Bird Missions: March 1st - April 19th

Early Bird Missions will be on GooseChase prior to the start of THE HUNT. They are eligible for points, and include things like fundraising, recruiting team members to join the HUNT, and stopping by our materials pick-up.

Materials Pick-Up: Wednesday, April 17th and Thursday, April 18th

--Wednesday, April 17th, 12:00-1:00 pm and 4:30-6:00 pm

--Thursday, April 18th, 12:00-1:00pm

-- Friday, April 19th, 9:00am-12:00pm

Stop by our office (2059 Atwood Avenue in the United Way Building) and pick up your team’s T-shirts and materials. Not only will you receive 20 points, but you’ll also receive some other goodies to help you on THE HUNT.


THE HUNT Begins: Friday, April 19th at 4:00pm

Dozens of Missions will drop this afternoon, with more to come over the next three weeks. Get going and start earning points! 


Special Event - Working Draft Brewing Tuesday April 23rd 4-8pm

Step into fun and philanthropy with BBBS "Beertenders" at Working Draft Beer Company. Every tip you give will be generously donated back to BBBS. Join us for board games, lively chats, and a chance to win prizes at the BBBS table. See you there!


Fundraising Challenge: $100 for 100 Points - Thursday, April 25th

Give your team a great kick start on the leaderboard by earning these one-day-only bonus points! Raise at least $100 on Thursday, April 25th, and get 100 bonus points on top of your regular fundraising points (only donations received on April 25th will count towards the $100 total, 100 points maximum for the day not 100 points per $100 raised).


Golden Pin Mission #1: Friday-Sunday, April 26th-28th

These Missions are more challenging–your team will need to solve a clue to find the Golden Pin (it’s a bowling pin!) and earn 50 points. Can’t find the Pin but know you’re in the right spot? Submit a photo from your location and you can still earn partial credit. Golden Pin Missions are available Friday evening to Sunday evening.


Fundraising Challenge: More Donors, More Points - Wednesday, May 1st

For every individual person who donates a minimum of $5 to your team on May 1st, you can earn 10 bonus points–the sky's the limit! (1 donor=10 points, 5 donors=50 points, 10 donors=100 points, etc.) You will also still receive the regular 25 points for every $100 raised and 50 points for every $500 raised, so today is the day to get those final donations and rake in the points!



BBBS Info Session (Zoom): Learn More about Being a Big - Wednesday May 1st
Join us May 1st from 6:00-6:30PM for a virtual information session about being a Big Brother, Big Sister, Big Couple, or Big Family. There’s no obligation to sign-up as a volunteer–just tune in and earn 25 points as you learn more about our program! Can’t attend? Recruit a friend to participate and you can still earn the points! (Already a Big and don't need this information? Complete the "For Bigs Only Mission": Write a sentence or two about how being a Big has shaped your life and why others should sign up to be a Big)


Golden Pin Mission #2: Friday-Sunday, May 3rd-5th

These Missions are more challenging–your team will need to solve a clue to find the Golden Pin (it’s a bowling pin!) and earn 50 points. Can’t find the Pin but know you’re in the right spot? Submit a photo from your location and you can still earn partial credit. Golden Pin Missions are available Friday evening to Sunday evening.


Fundraising Challenge: Two-for-One Tuesday - Tuesday, May 7th

Standard fundraising points are 25 points for every $100 raised. But on May 7th, we’re offering two-for-one points! For every $100 raised on May 7th, you earn 50 points instead of 25. Today is the day to hit your fundraising goals and double your points! 


UPDATED!! Special Event - Donut Truck Friday! Wednesday May 8th 7:45am-9:00am

RESCHEDULED!!! Join us for Donut Truck Morning on Wednesday May 8th from 7:45 to 9:00 am, right outside our office at 2059 Atwood Avenue. Savor hot, fresh mini donuts, signature fresh-squeezed lemonade, and iced coffee—all on us! Earn points for completing this Special Event Mission all you have to do is enjoy the donuts and snap a photo, plus you can complete other Missions at the event, like finding another team or snapping a selfie with Tracy. What better way to celebrate the last week of THE HUNT!


Special Event - Barre fitness class Thursday May 9th at 5:30pm

Mark your calendars for an exclusive Barre class experience at Breese Stevens Field, brought to you by Barre District Madison. Join us on Thursday, May 9th, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. While registration is free, we encourage donations to support BBBS. This class is open to all, so bring along a friend and introduce them to the joy of Barre while supporting a great cause. Reserve your spot now through the Class SIGN UP link



Special Event - Meat Raffle at Starkweather Brewing Friday May 10th at 6-8pm

Join us at Starkweather Brewing on Friday, May 10th, from 6pm to 8pm for a sizzling Meat Raffe event supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County! Get ready for an evening of cold beers and the chance to win quality meats from Jenifer Street Market. Simply purchase paddles to participate and increase your chances of winning. Plus, don't miss out on our 50/50 raffle, with proceeds benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County. The excitement begins at 6pm with the first round! 🍻🥩🌭

Golden Pin Mission #3:  Friday-Sunday, May 10th-12th

These Missions are more challenging–your team will need to solve a clue to find the Golden Pin (it’s a bowling pin!) and earn 50 points. Can’t find the Pin but know you’re in the right spot? Submit a photo from your location and you can still earn partial credit. Golden Pin Missions are available Friday evening to Sunday evening.


THE HUNT Ends: Sunday, May 12th at 8:00pm

THE HUNT Winners Announced: Wednesday, May 15th