HALLOWEEN SCAVENGER HUNTS -- ITS A BOONDOGGLE!

Boondoggle -- The Scavenger Hunt Redefined TM is a scavenger hunt party kit that lets hosts design and deploy an unforgettable event. Its far more fun than trick-or-treating.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. -- October 23, 2003 -- Halloween has long been about scavenging from house to house seeking candy and loot. Now that fun doesnt have to end with childhood.

Boondoggle is a first-of-its-kind scavenger hunt party kit for six to 20 people. Launched this week, the kit lets a host customize an event thats perfect his or her group and location. Teams solve clues that lead to secret destinations, and along the way answer Factoids and collect Loot, all in an exhilarating race to the finish line.

Boondoggles are an excellent option for groups looking for something fun and different to do on Hallows Eve. A spooky" themed Boondoggle could have teams going to haunted" houses, collecting old bones and answering questions about mummies and ghosts. Bonus points can be awarded to teams that return in costume.

We wanted to make it fast and easy for someone to plan a unique and unforgettable event," said Alicia Allen of 2ndEdison, and co-creator of Boondoggle. We also know that the host knows their group best, so we left lots of room for customization and added creativity."

Reality television programs focusing on adventurous races and challenges have captured a national audience. And as recent press reports indicate, people are going to great lengths to challenge themselves in scavenger hunt-like street races. Boondoggle translates these market trends into an exciting new retail product.

We saw that people are looking for new types of fun and adventure with their friends," said Allison Rak of 2ndEdison, and co-creator of Boondoggle. A Boondoggle is a physical and mental challenge. People have a blast doing something completely out of the ordinary."

The decibel level in my house had never been so loud," said Kristin Zebrowski, who hosted a recent Boondoggle in Morristown, New Jersey. My friends are competitive, and they really got into it."

Aside from Halloween themes, Boondoggles can be designed around birthday parties, other holidays, family reunions, or for no occasion at all. The kits provide everything needed for an unforgettable day: invitations, a hosts guidebook, clue cards, team bags, prize medallions and more. Its available in limited retail outlets, including the sfMOMA store, and can also be purchased online at www.boondogglegames.com.