Jon Collins-Black launches treasure hunt with hidden chests across the US
- Jon Collins-Black has published a treasure hunt book that acts as a detailed map for finding hidden treasures across the US.
- The treasure hunt features five boxes containing valuable items, including a Picasso pendant and Jackie Kennedy's sapphires.
- Collins-Black aims to inspire a renewed sense of adventure and interaction with nature through this unique treasure-hunting experience.
In the United States, Jon Collins-Black has embarked on a unique adventure by publishing a treasure hunt book called "There’s Treasure Inside," which released this month. The book serves not just as a narrative but also as a 243-page map for treasure seekers. Collins-Black, inspired by his childhood love for treasure hunting and the earlier quest set by Forrest Fenn in the Rocky Mountains, aims to rekindle a sense of exploration and connection with nature among readers. He started the endeavor years ago after becoming aware of Fenn's treasure hunt in 2016 and discarded his initial disappointment upon discovering that treasure could be hidden within nature. Collins-Black has hidden five treasure boxes across various locations in the U.S., filled with intriguing items ranging from a Picasso pendant to Jackie Kennedy's sapphires and even a cryptocurrency reward. His childhood experiences, including chasing lizards, digging holes, and sifting through creeks, influenced his decision to create this treasure hunt, manifesting a desire to engage individuals with their natural surroundings. The treasures themselves were selected to resonate with the overall theme of exploration and adventure that Collins-Black seeks to promote. They are designed not only to represent physical rewards but also to inspire participants to reflect on their own sense of adventure. For the treasure boxes' design, Collins-Black drew inspiration from puzzle boxes he's encountered, such as The Coffer, an intricate artifact displayed at the Smithsonian. He envisioned the treasure hunt as a genuine experience of interaction rather than leaving behind a legacy shrouded in mystery. He considers that many harbor an innate treasure hunter instinct, which the hunt is designed to evoke, providing a tangible quest for adventure seekers to pursue. Despite his initial reservations about Fenn’s treasure hunt, Collins-Black's determination led him to create an adventure that encourages exploration today, ensuring participants are not just chasing after prizes but re-engaging with their environment through outdoor activities.