OK, the weather can be an issue. But at least it is expected to be – and we always bring an indoor alternative with us, in case of hurricanes/blizzards/monsoons. We ran a “Mission Impossible” treasure hunt at London Zoo a few years ago for 200 McDonald’s employees, all dressed up as “the celebrity you most closely resemble”. Snow on the ground, icy chill in the air and it still worked a treat. Why? Because:
- Camaraderie warms you up.
- Not all of it happens outside.
- Bad weather is only bad when there is nothing to distract you from it.
- The animals in the zoo are still just as fascinating.
- When else can you see seven Elvises, ten Santas and two brave Britney Spears loitering near the Penguin pool?
- The McDonald’s people were intrepid, lively, competitive and happy to do something a bit different.
- Compared to raft building in Cape Wrath in winter or camping on Exmoor in winter, a winter treasure hunt in London Zoo is actually very pleasant.
Most of our treasure hunts are spring/summer/autumn events. But in winter, they have a special flavour and the team bonding they provide is as strong as ever. All our treasure hunts are “themed”. In our “Ghost Walk” treasure hunt, we treat you as if you are all fellow ghostbusters – and 6.30 p.m. on a crisp winter’s evening is the perfect time for spotting spooks!