Guides

Plans and ideas for running a live scavenger hunt with a youth group, a college ministry or a church event — and a straight comparison of the apps that can run one.

• Youth groupsYouth Group Scavenger Hunt Ideas That Actually Work (Ages 12–18)

  Youth group scavenger hunt ideas for malls and campuses: holding teen attention, supervision ratios, timing, and running a live hunt with suspects in disguise.

  Updated September 12, 2026
• Church eventsHow to Run a Mall Scavenger Hunt for a Church Group

  How to plan a mall scavenger hunt: getting approval, setting boundaries and rules, team size, the schedule, and running a live hunt with suspects in disguise.

  Updated September 12, 2026
• College ministriesScavenger Hunt for College Ministries and Game Night Groups

  A live scavenger hunt for college ministries: why people-hunts beat clue lists for young adults, plus campus and downtown plans and one-night budgets.

  Updated September 12, 2026
• OrganizersGooseChase vs Actionbound vs Hide & Sleuth: Scavenger Hunt Apps Compared (2026)

  Comparing GooseChase, Actionbound and Hide & Sleuth for 2026: price, what it is, group size, setup time, and which fits youth groups, campuses, or companies.

  Updated September 12, 2026