1. Overview

The Windy City Challenge is a team-based scavenger hunt designed to test students' land navigation, leadership, and problem-solving skills while engaging with the city of Chicago. This event will require students to navigate using grid coordinates, riddles, and challenges across multiple checkpoints, all within a 4-hour time limit.

Each team will consist of one MS1, MS2, MS3, and MS4 student, ensuring a balance of experience and leadership throughout the competition. Teams will earn points by reaching checkpoints, completing challenges, and demonstrating teamwork. The event will foster camaraderie, friendly competition, and practical application of skills in an urban environment.

$20 per Student

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2. Objectives

• Develop land navigation and urban movement skills.

• Strengthen teamwork and problem-solving abilities.

• Promote leadership and decision-making across all MS levels.

• Encourage physical activity, adaptability, and esprit de corps.

• Provide an engaging, competitive training opportunity for students.

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3. Event Structure

• Start Point: Loyola University Chicago (OAL room)

• Teams: Each team consists of one MS1, MS2, MS3, and MS4.

• Navigation: Teams will receive an initial grid coordinate to their first location. From there, riddles and challenges will guide them through subsequent checkpoints.

• Time Limit: 4 Hours