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Race across downtown New Haven in a one-hour, app-based scavenger hunt that casts the city as a zombie apocalypse survival ground. Use strategy, local knowledge, and quick feet to find items, complete challenges, and outscore rival teams.
Race across downtown New Haven in a one-hour, app-based scavenger hunt that casts the city as a zombie apocalypse survival ground. Use strategy, local knowledge, and quick feet to find items, complete challenges, and outscore rival teams.
You step off the bus at the New Haven Green and the city seems to whisper instructions: brick facades point the way, the harbor breeze nudges you toward the waterfront, and the sidewalks dare you to outsmart the undead.
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Operated by Zombie Scavengers Hunts · New Haven, Connecticut
You step off the bus at the New Haven Green and the city seems to whisper instructions: brick facades point the way, the harbor breeze nudges you toward the waterfront, and the sidewalks dare you to outsmart the undead.
This one-hour, app-driven scavenger hunt uses New Haven’s compact grid and layered past as its playground. Founded in the 17th century as a colonial port and refined by Yale University, the city’s streets fold from collegiate Gothic to working-class storefronts. Geology plays a role too — East Rock’s traprock ridge and the nearby Long Island Sound shape views and routes, and the city’s narrow blocks make for fast, tactical movement between checkpoints.
Culturally, the game intersects with local staples: chance discoveries of classic apizza joints, stately campus gates, and public art that doubles as clue fodder. The experience is social and strategic — teams use the app to hunt a randomized list of survival items and earn points through timed, zombie-themed challenges while a remote host monitors progress.
Practical notes: expect 1–2 miles of mostly flat walking on pavement, variable stop-and-start pacing, and occasional indoor stops if you choose items from shops. Bring a charged phone, comfortable shoes, and a small amount of cash for optional purchases. Start in daylight to read clues easily and use public transit to leave the city center when you finish. The game is suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels and offers a brisk, playful way to read New Haven’s layers while racing to survive the apocalypse.
The activity lasts approximately 60 minutes and covers roughly 1–2 miles of urban walking.
Yes — the scavenger hunt is app-based; download and test it on your phone before starting.
Yes — it’s suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels, though younger kids may need supervision.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
Zombie Scavengers Hunts operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the bus at the New Haven Green and the city seems to whisper instructions: brick facades point the way, the harbor breeze nudges you toward the waterfront, and the sidewalks dare you to outsmart the undead.
You step off the bus at the New Haven Green and the city seems to whisper instructions: brick facades point the way, the harbor breeze nudges you toward the waterfront, and the sidewalks dare you to outsmart the undead.
This one-hour, app-driven scavenger hunt uses New Haven’s compact grid and layered past as its playground. Founded in the 17th century as a colonial port and refined by Yale University, the city’s streets fold from collegiate Gothic to working-class storefronts. Geology plays a role too — East Rock’s traprock ridge and the nearby Long Island Sound shape views and routes, and the city’s narrow blocks make for fast, tactical movement between checkpoints.
Culturally, the game intersects with local staples: chance discoveries of classic apizza joints, stately campus gates, and public art that doubles as clue fodder. The experience is social and strategic — teams use the app to hunt a randomized list of survival items and earn points through timed, zombie-themed challenges while a remote host monitors progress.
Practical notes: expect 1–2 miles of mostly flat walking on pavement, variable stop-and-start pacing, and occasional indoor stops if you choose items from shops. Bring a charged phone, comfortable shoes, and a small amount of cash for optional purchases. Start in daylight to read clues easily and use public transit to leave the city center when you finish. The game is suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels and offers a brisk, playful way to read New Haven’s layers while racing to survive the apocalypse.