Hike and Seek (Colors) Challenge

A habit-based challenge designed to encourage outdoor movement and observation through weekly color-themed scavenger hunts.

5 weeks Activity Challenge Team or Individual Format

$7.50 per participant

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$1,000 minimum per challenge

A habit-based challenge designed to encourage outdoor movement and observation through weekly color-themed scavenger hunts.

5 weeks Activity Challenge Team or Individual Format

$7.50 per participant

|

$1,000 minimum per challenge

Challenge Description

Participants build outdoor movement habits by combining walking, hiking, or running with weekly color-themed scavenger hunts.

Each week introduces a new color prompt, encouraging participants to explore their surroundings, find nature-inspired items, and upload qualifying photos.

Participants earn points for eligible steps tracked through synced fitness devices or manual entry, along with bonus points for completed photo submissions, with progress reflected on an individual or team leaderboard throughout the challenge.

Weekly Challenge Structure

Week 1: Earn 1,000 points per time for Find something red, plus 1 point per step for Walking, Hiking, or Running.

Week 2: Earn 1,000 points per time for Find something orange, plus 1 point per step for Walking, Hiking, or Running.

Week 3: Earn 1,000 points per time for Find something yellow, plus 1 point per step for Walking, Hiking, or Running.

Week 4: Earn 1,000 points per time for Find something green, plus 1 point per step for Walking, Hiking, or Running.

Week 5: Earn 1,000 points per time for Find something blue, plus 1 point per step for Walking, Hiking, or Running.

What's Included

  • Multi-activity tracking across a wide range of healthy activities
  • Team or Individual challenge format
  • Leaderboard visibility to track rankings throughout the challenge
  • Optional prizes for top performers

Key Details

Duration

5 weeks

Format

Team or Individual Challenge

Activity Type

Multiple Activity Types

Goal

Highest Total Points

Optional Prizes

Offering prizes is a simple way to increase participation and keep employees engaged throughout the challenge. Based on what we see drive the most engagement, here are the most effective options:

  • Gift Cards or Monetary Rewards – A flexible option that appeals to a wide range of employees and consistently drives participation.
  • Extra PTO or Time Off – A highly valued reward that feels meaningful without adding direct cost to the program.
  • Recognition or Bragging Rights – Leaderboards, shoutouts, or a simple trophy can reinforce friendly competition.
  • Company Swag or Branded Items – Fun, tangible rewards employees can take with them beyond the challenge.

Getting Your Challenge Set Up

Once you submit your request form, IncentFit handles the heavy lifting.

We’ll review your request, set up your challenge, and send you an email to register your account and finalize your setup - so you can launch with minimal effort.

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Launch This Challenge

Submit a few details and the IncentFit team will help get your challenge set up.

Frequently asked questions

Most Hike and Seek (Colors) Challenges can be set up and ready to launch within 1–2 business days. Once details are submitted, the IncentFit team handles configuration and ensures everything is ready for employees to join.

Participants earn points by tracking eligible walking, hiking, or running steps throughout the challenge. Additional points can be earned each week by completing the color-themed scavenger hunt and uploading a qualifying photo.

Participants can track walking, hiking, and running activity through synced fitness devices or manual entries in IncentFit. Weekly scavenger hunt submissions are tracked through photo uploads.

Each week introduces a new color prompt for participants to find and photograph. The challenge includes red in Week 1, orange in Week 2, yellow in Week 3, green in Week 4, and blue in Week 5.

Yes. Hike and Seek (Colors) can be run as either an individual or team-based challenge. Individuals can track personal progress, while teams can work together to build movement habits and complete the weekly color-themed scavenger hunts.

This challenge includes walking, hiking, running, and weekly color-themed photo scavenger hunts that encourage participants to spend time outdoors and observe their surroundings.

Yes. Offering prizes is optional but highly recommended to increase participation and keep employees engaged throughout the challenge. Common options include gift cards, wellness-related prizes, outdoor gear, company swag, or recognition for top performers or teams.

Winners are determined by total points earned throughout the challenge. Depending on the selected format, rankings can reflect individual performance or team totals on the leaderboard.

Administrative work is minimal. Once the challenge is set up, IncentFit handles tracking, scoring, leaderboards, photo submissions, and reporting so admins do not have to manually manage participant progress.

The Hike and Seek (Colors) Challenge is ideal for organizations looking to encourage outdoor movement in a fun, creative way. It works well for employees who enjoy walking, hiking, running, nature exploration, photo-based activities, and friendly competition.