Somehow I missed this one. This scavenger hunt was created as a fundraiser for the Junior League of San Diego (who happen to do great work with the Girl Scouts). Have a blast while doing good. This is my kind of event.

Operation City Hunt @ Embarcadero Maria North Park
Saturday, Jan 24
10am-3pm ($50 plus raise an additional $50)
Adult only event

“This fun filled day begins with a scavenger hunt race throughout downtown San Diego. On the day of the event, teams will have to solve clues to find local San Diego businesses and places of interest. Once each location is discovered participants will be asked to perform a fun activity, often supporting the business which has partnered with the Junior League of San Diego.”

There is a post race party at The Minus One Lounge at The Keating Hotel. Race participants do get a “thank you for participating” drink at the party (no kidding, that is what they call it).

Source: City Beat & Junior League of San Diego

I love rollercoasters. I even did a paper on rollercoasters in college comparing the relationship between the need for speed in our recreational lifestyles to that of our everyday life pace getting faster. It was fascinating research and actually a fun paper to write. Lucky for me and other speed freaks, the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is once again bringing the fun of science (with the bonus of rollercoasters) to adults that cannot shake that kid feeling.

On Thursday, January 22, 6–9pm prepare yourself for rollercoaster physics fun at the second installment of Science on the Rocks.

This event will focus on California Thrills with a special screening of ADVENTURES IN WILD CALIFORNIA on their brand new IMAX Dome screen. Also, back by popular demand is the Tinkering Studio where you will be able to create the hills, ramps, loops and tunnels of a miniature roller coaster. This is where Roger and I spent the majority of the time at the last event. Also try a surf simulator, sponsored by Hawaii Surf Simulators of Carlsbad. Since this is 21+ only, you can enjoy the museum without feeling like you are bumping some kid out of the way as you construct your coaster.

$20 admission includes full gallery access, an IMAX film, hands-on activities, light hors d’oeuvres and 2 drink tickets.

I am a big fan of creative events, hence the style of my baby shower and wedding. Anyone who can take an event to another level by involving it’s participants in more than just drinking, straight up staring at a performance, I am all for. Perhaps that is why I love trivia nights and scavenger hunts. Anyhow, here is a list of events in San Diego that challenge your mind and sometimes your body:

Trivia Nights
Kipper’s Pop Culture Trivia @ The Whistle Stop in South Park
Every 1st and 3rd (and sometimes 5th) Monday of every month ($5)
Starts at 10pm-ish (more like 10:30pm)

Adam Gimbel’s Music Trivia Night @ The Whistle Stop in South Park
Every last Thursday of every month ($5)
Starts at 9:00pm

Quiz Night @ Shakespeare’s Pub & Grille in Little Italy/Golden Hills
Every last Sunday of every month
Starts at 7:00pm

Think & Drink Trivia @ Winston’s in Ocean Beach
Every Tuesday night of every month ($1)
Starts at 6:00pm

Taco Tuesdays & Trivia Night @ Big Bertha’s Fish Joint in Pacific Beach
Every Tuesday night of every month
Starts at 7:00pm

Tuesday Night Trivia @ The Bitter End in the Gaslamp
Every Tuesday night of every month
Starts at 7:00pm
I can’t tell if trivia still happens here since the yelper’s are not even commenting on it.

Scavenger Hunts
Holiday Scavenger Hunt @ Omni Hotel San Diego
Saturday, Jan 10
1-4pm ($30-$60)
Discover San Diego’s hidden treasures searching the city’s coolest roof-top lounges, hip hotels, scenic restaurants and hot spots using photography, creativity, teamwork and strategy, competing for a chance to win prizes.

High Trek Adventure
Saturday, Apr 4
Noon-? ($35-$60)
High Trek Adventure is a unique, one-of-a-kind urban adventure game where brains beat brawn! Teams solve clever clues while navigating the city via foot or public transit! Its a scavenger hunt, with all the thrills of the amazing race, mixed in with Trivial Pursuit, throw in a mini road race and add a dash of cat-and-mouse. And voila! You have High Trek Adventure!

Urban Dare
Saturday, May 30
Noon-? ($90 per team)
Locally created Amazing Race type event. Part running – part trivia quiz – part skill challenges – 2 person teams – solve clues to find checkpoints – take team photos at checkpoints – use public transportation – call friends to help solve clues. The race where smarts can beat speed.

Great Urban Race
Saturday, Oct 24
Noon-5pm ($45-$70)
The Great Urban Race is a wacky urban adventure. Teams of two solve twelve clues, have a wild city adventure and complete fun challenges while discovering the city in a fresh way during a fun day.

Sources: Active Network, Citysearch, Yelp & individual websites.