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Walk, solve and explore University of Oregon’s campus with a phone-led scavenger hunt that hits nine iconic spots. Ideal for solo players, families, and groups, this 2.1-mile puzzle tour blends campus history with playful challenges.
Walk, solve and explore University of Oregon’s campus with a phone-led scavenger hunt that hits nine iconic spots. Ideal for solo players, families, and groups, this 2.1-mile puzzle tour blends campus history with playful challenges.
You step onto the University of Oregon green with a phone in hand and a mission unfolding like a map of secrets. The quad hums with students, the bronze duck watches with a tilt of its head, and the Willamette River dares you to keep moving as you chase clues across lawns and stone buildings.
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Operated by The Great Game · Eugene, Oregon
You step onto the University of Oregon green with a phone in hand and a mission unfolding like a map of secrets. The quad hums with students, the bronze duck watches with a tilt of its head, and the Willamette River dares you to keep moving as you chase clues across lawns and stone buildings.
This self-guided, GPS-driven scavenger hunt threads through nine campus landmarks — from Lillis Business Complex (the download point) to the Museum of Natural and Cultural History, Willamette Hall and Straub Hall — covering roughly 2.1 miles and about 75 minutes of exploratory walking. The campus sits on river-plain soils carved by the Willamette; stone facades, memorial quads, and modern glass tell a story of growth since the university’s 19th-century founding. Cultural touchstones here include the Duck mascot lore and the museum’s collections that interpret the region’s Indigenous and natural history.
Expect a mix of puzzles: observation tasks at sculptures, short riddles at amphitheaters, and multiple-choice history checks at academic halls. The game is app-based (The Great Game); teams of 1–8 link up in minutes and proceed at their own pace. Practical notes: start at Lillis Business Complex, wear supportive shoes for paved paths and lawn crossings, and carry water — Eugene weather can shift quickly.
This is urban adventure that rewards curiosity: bring a camera, allow time to read museum plaques, and plan for 60–90 minutes so you can savor discoveries rather than race the timer.
Download The Great Game app, register a team near Lillis Business Complex, select University of Oregon, then press 'begin game' when ready.
The route covers about 2.1 miles and typically takes 60–90 minutes depending on pace and time spent at each stop.
Teams of 1–8 players can join under one booking; larger groups can split into multiple teams and play simultaneously.
The tour uses paved campus paths and is stroller-accessible; some stopping areas may have steps—service animals are allowed.
The Great Game operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto the University of Oregon green with a phone in hand and a mission unfolding like a map of secrets. The quad hums with students, the bronze duck watches with a tilt of its head, and the Willamette River dares you to keep moving as you chase clues across lawns and stone buildings.
You step onto the University of Oregon green with a phone in hand and a mission unfolding like a map of secrets. The quad hums with students, the bronze duck watches with a tilt of its head, and the Willamette River dares you to keep moving as you chase clues across lawns and stone buildings.
This self-guided, GPS-driven scavenger hunt threads through nine campus landmarks — from Lillis Business Complex (the download point) to the Museum of Natural and Cultural History, Willamette Hall and Straub Hall — covering roughly 2.1 miles and about 75 minutes of exploratory walking. The campus sits on river-plain soils carved by the Willamette; stone facades, memorial quads, and modern glass tell a story of growth since the university’s 19th-century founding. Cultural touchstones here include the Duck mascot lore and the museum’s collections that interpret the region’s Indigenous and natural history.
Expect a mix of puzzles: observation tasks at sculptures, short riddles at amphitheaters, and multiple-choice history checks at academic halls. The game is app-based (The Great Game); teams of 1–8 link up in minutes and proceed at their own pace. Practical notes: start at Lillis Business Complex, wear supportive shoes for paved paths and lawn crossings, and carry water — Eugene weather can shift quickly.
This is urban adventure that rewards curiosity: bring a camera, allow time to read museum plaques, and plan for 60–90 minutes so you can savor discoveries rather than race the timer.