Rec Connect Scavenger Hunt

A promotional graphic for a July 2026 scavenger hunt event, emphasizing connection, play, and engagement through parks and recreation.

See the Power of Parks & Rec

Submitted Stories 
  • Philip F, "I connect with the power of Play because exercise is good. Nuff said." 
  •  Addisyn: "As a swim instructor, I have noticed that when I play games with the kids I'm teaching, it helps them to learn the basic concepts of swimming. Making things fun and playing with my community makes the water feel enticing and gives kids the chance to really thrive at Carbon Valley."
  •  Kevin R, "I connect with the power of belonging when we go to the parks, we invite all the kids to join us in play."
  • Ava B, "I connect to the power of community becuase I get to meet so many new people and families who share my passion for recreation!"
  • Addy H, "I connect to the power of nature because I have always loved going hiking, swimming, climbing, and I have always felt natural excelled at this."
  • Miles C, "I connect with the power of connection because I've always loved meeting and talking with all different sorts of people. CVPRD has given me the opportunity to do just that! I've loved living in this community; it's nice to finally be a part of it!"
  • Tay F, "I connect with the power of belonging because every time I attend a fitness class, I am welcomed and encouraged. It is a space I am always excited to exist in."
  • Delilah L, "I connect with the power of well-being because I am a very, nice well-being and I am wellbeing."
  • Lucy S, "I connect with the power of Community because every day I see community being built. I've also developed my own community through parks & rec!"
  • Ceralise Y, "I connect with the power of play because i love robles and i Love minecraf and my faivet is Fotdnte!" (Possible translation: I love Roblox, I love Minecraft, and my favorite is Fortnite!)
  • Desiree Y, "I connect with the power of nature because I enjoy gardening, watching my plants grow, and caring for them." 
  • Julia C, "I chose Community as the story to submit. Ever since joining the rec as a regular patron, I have made connections with folks I now see all over the place. I run into friends at the grocery store, church, community events, walking around the neighborhood and planned get togethers. I have made lasting friendships with my instructors and personal trainers. The group fitness classes have given me opportunities I likely wouldn’t have had otherwise. Carbon Valley rec has brought us together and that is what makes a community stronger!"

Each July, Park and Recreation Month nationally recognizes the more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals -- along with the hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers - nationwide that maintain parks and recreation facilities. Parks and Recreation Districts, like Carbon Valley, have the power to bring people together, strengthen health and well-being, and build more resilient, connected communities. 

This year, we're showcasing the power of parks and rec with our Rec Connect Scavenger Hunt! Showcasing the power of connection, the power of play, the power of community, and the power of belonging that can be found in Carbon Valley Parks and Recreation. We are inviting you to share your experiences, memories, and stories about what parks and rec mean to you at Carbon Valley. Share on our Facebook, Instagram, or email your stories to us to find the power of connection, play, community, and belonging in Carbon Valley--share your story and be entered to win a Carbon Valley Parks & Rec swag gift bag full of CVPRD gear and goodies! 

The image promotes a prize giveaway by encouraging sharing stories about the Power of Belonging, Connection, Play, and Community in Parks & Recreation.

How to submit your stories

Share your story, we'll be sharing our stories, and together we can show the power of Parks and Recreation! Stories can come from any time in the last year. See how you can share:

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 Prize Giveaway

Each week, staff will review story submissions and give CVPRD goodies and gear to the story that best embodies the power of parks and recreation theme of the week. The themes for each week are as follows:

  • July 5-11 | The Power of Connection
  • July 12-18 | The Power of Play
  • July 19-25 | The Power of Community
  • July 26-31 | The Power of Belonging

Please note: Photos and videos must follow our code of conduct, and submissions will be denied if they depict unlawful content or noncompliance with established policies and rules.  
 

This event is in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. With more than 60,000 members, NRPA advances this mission by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals and supporters — the catalysts for positive change in service of parks for all, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. For more information, visit nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit parksandrecreation.org.

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