I’ve been known, from time to time, to execute a fun and harmless over-the-top creative office prank. With my upcoming departure from my current organization, I thought it might be fun to launch one last bit of fun, timed to be found at some point after i’d left.
I’d always liked the idea of hiding something (non-evil) in my desk to be found at some point by a future inhabitant of the desk. I’d also heard of someone else calling the job documentation they were leaving behind a “treasure map.” So, that’s where the idea was born — why not leave behind an actual treasure map to an actual treasure? And if a treasure map is going to be created, then of course we’re going to need a pirate theme!
I had grand plans and ideas on how to make a fairly involved hunt — but, due to time restrictions and actually wanting this to be found, I decided on a simpler approach to a basic map and instructions which led directly to buried treasure. I had one other speed bump encountered at the last minute — my office and desk were to be reworked the day I was leaving, so leaving clues strategically placed there wasn’t going to work.
Never fear! I managed to leave a small clue in a common area of the office (which managed to go unnoticed for a week) which then led treasure hunters to the map, which ultimately led to the prize hidden outside in the woods. The hunt was great fun and was a great success! Hopefully it was enjoyed by all.
The unfolded treasure map with its bottle.
