Ottawa Clue Solving Adventure - The Hightown Hustler

A great way to explore the historic sites and buildings around the Rideau Canal. As you make your way through scenic pathways and landmark locations, you’ll uncover clues tied to the canal’s rich past.

An RCMP historian is trying to close a long-unsolved mystery - the identity of the mysterious HIGHTOWN HUSTLER - but a descendant of the Bytown canal workers is determined to protect the Hustler’s identity, and has scattered the names around the city. The question is, do YOU have what it takes to find the 21 names and reveal their identity?

Your mission? Follow the trail, solve the puzzles, and piece together the hidden names before time runs out.
Simply book online and instantly receive an email with playing instructions. To begin the adventure you will need to download the free App, go to the start location, enter the password and follow the clues.

Ottawa Clue Solving outdoor adventure is suitable for travelers, date nights, family and friends outings, and makes a great team-building activity. Would you be up for the challenge?

Additional Information

• Duration: 1.5 hours.
• Walking distance: 2.3 km.
• Meeting location: Rideau train station.
• Group size: 2-5 people per team is recommended. You may add additional phones within your team at no cost AFTER you have started and received your first clue - simply repeat the login process using the same email and password.
  Difficulty: Easier level.
• Listed price is per 1 team (2-5 people)

What you will need:

• One charged smartphone (iPhone 5s or newer; Android 4.4 or later)is required per group
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Dress for the weather
• Water is suggested

How it works
1. The Clue Solving Adventure is played using the Free App. Data or Wi-Fi is only required to download the App and activate your game – it is not required while playing, the App has a REMOTE PLAY feature.
2. On the day you are planning to play, activate your game by entering your email address and booking code into the App
3. Go to the Start Location provided in the booking confirmation (will be emailed separately), read your instructions and backstory, then enter READY to start the clock and begin playing.
4. If you are stuck on a clue ask for hints on reaching your destination or for solutions. These hints cost time penalties added to your final score but used strategically, they may be well worth it!
5. Complete all the clues and solve the final mystery.