To extend the celebration, PRSSA and the WSU Arboretum Committee will co-host a Tree Trek Challenge on Thursday, April 23, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM!

 

Participants will start on Phelps Hall 1st floor between 1:00 to 1:30 PM.

 

This scavenger hunt-style event invites participants to discover and learn about native trees across WSU’s campus using a printed map provided at the event.

 

Along with the hunt will be a word unscramble of sorts. A letter will be placed on certain trees, and once you find all the letters, your final challenge is to find out what they spell!

 

All are welcome to join the challenge! Three winners will be recognized and awarded on May 1.​

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Prizes Include:

• 1st place: $50 gift card to Ocean Sushi

• 2nd place: $30 gift card to Dominos Pizza

• 3rd place: $20 gift card to Amazon​

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How to Participate

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1. Sign In - Visit the PRSSA table located between Maxwell and Phelps by our cherry blossom tree!​​​

2. Explore the Campus - Use the map to locate and identify as many native trees on WSU's campus as you can, along with the letters. (See the full list in the map)

3. Snap & Tag - Take a selfie with each tree and write down the letter.

4. Upload Your Finds - Upload your photos to the Microsoft Form below. Please include your name and email and in the submission form. (Note: Microsoft Forms only allows the uploading of 10 images per submission. Create 2 submissions if uploading over 10 images)

5. Win the Challenge - Three winners will be selected from all entries. 

 

Eligibility

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• Open to

  • All current WSU students, faculty, and staff.

• Individual Participation

  • Entries must be submitted individually. Team or group entries are not eligible. 

• One Entry Per Person

  • Only one entry per participant will be accepted.

• Must be Present

  • Participants MUST sign in at the PRSSA table at the start of the event (between 1:00 - 1:30 PM) to receive the official map and instructions. 

• Submission Deadline

  • All photo uploads must be submitted by 3:00 PM on April 23.

• Consent to Share

  • By submitting photos, participants grant permission to PRSSA and the WSU Arboretum Committee to share submitted images on social media and campaign materials, with proper credit. 

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Judging Rules

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• Submissions must include selfies of any tree you find along with the unscrambled word. We'll help you out with a hint at the bottom of your pamphlet;)

• Each photo must clearly taken in front of the tree.

• Submissions are due by 3:00 PM sharp on April 23.

• The PRSSA/Arboretum judging panel will evaluate entries based on:

  • Accuracy: Correct identification and tagging of listed native trees.​

  • Photo Quality: Clarity and visibility of the tree and its tag.

  • Timeliness: Entries submitted on time will be considered for awards.​​

 

Judging Criteria (30 points)

• Accuracy (10)

  • All submitted trees must match the official list provided in the scavenger hunt map.​

  • Each photo must clearly show the correct tree and its official campus tag.

• Completion (5)

  • At least 8 valid entries must be submitted.​

  • All required fields (name, email, etc.) must be included in the upload form.

• Photo Quality (10)

  • Photos should be well-composed, lear, and legibly show the tree.​

  • Creativity in framing or presentation is welcome but not required.

• Timeliness (5)

  • Submissions must be uploaded before 3:00 PM on the event day. ​

• Tie Breaker Rule - If multiple participants receive the same top score, the judges consider...

  • The earliest time the submission was completed and uploaded, OR​

  • An additional creative bonus point (best overall tree photo).

• Selection Process

  • Judges will independently review and score each entry using a shared rubric.​

  • The scores will be averaged to determine the top 3 participants.

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Winners will be notified by email and announced on PRSSA's Instagram!

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Use the Microsoft Forms link below to send in your submissions by April 24 at 3 PM!

 

https://forms.gle/ydRawbFvk9gQ1FSs9​​