FAQ

I've gotten some emails and realized that I should provided a little more information.  Here are some of the questions I've received along with a few that I anticipate being asked:


How do I sign up?
On the right side of the page, in the Prize Hunters section, is a little blue button that says "Join this site."  You will be asked to sign in using a Google account.  Once you're signed in, you will be asked if you want to follow this blog.  Say yes!

How often are clues posted?
I will post clues twice per week, typically on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

How long will it take to find the prize?
That will depend on how well the players can put the clues together.  As long as no one has found the prize, the game will continue.  If I were to guess (and it's a guess) I'd say around one month but it could be more or less than that.


What will the clues be like?
The clues can be anything!  This includes (but is not limited to) pictures, puzzles, coordinates, riddles, cryptograms, etc.



Can I solve the clues from my computer?
Some of the clues may be solved simply by looking them up on the internet.  Other clues will require that you go someplace.  Typically, the more difficult the clue and the more effort required, the more information it will provide.


What if I miss a clue?  Can I still find the prize?
All of the clues will remain on the blog, but some of them might be time-sensitive.  It may be easier to find the prize if you have all of the clues, but if you miss one, you're not out of luck...you never know who else is playing and how many clues they have missed!

Who can play?
That's simple...anyone!  There are no restrictions on age or anything else.


How do I know if the prize is still there?
I have asked everyone who plays to let me know if they have found the prize.  I also will have the location checked periodically to ensure that the prize is safe

Is this for real?
Yes, it's for real...and it really is free.  The prize has been sponsored by businesses in Raleigh who must remain anonymous at this point because the game hasn't started yet!  You wouldn't want me to give away any clues early, would you?

How do I host or sponsor a clue?
If you are a local business who would like to participate by hosting a clue at your location or sponsoring a clue on the website, please send me an email: cluetrail@gmail.com