r/MichiganSpots Community Guidelines
Welcome to r/MichiganSpots - Michigan's premier treasure hunting community! 🗺️
Our Mission
r/MichiganSpots is dedicated to discovering and celebrating Michigan's hidden gems through interactive treasure hunts, community challenges, and local business partnerships. We're building a vibrant community that explores the Great Lakes State while supporting local businesses.
Community Rules
1. Stay On-Topic
2. Respect & Kindness
- Treat all community members with respect and courtesy
- No harassment, bullying, or discriminatory language
- Constructive criticism is welcome; personal attacks are not
- Remember we're all here to have fun and explore Michigan together
3. Authentic Participation
- Submit genuine challenge completions with real proof
- No fake GPS locations or manipulated evidence
- Honest reporting of business visits and experiences
- Play games fairly without cheating or exploiting
4. Privacy & Safety
- Never share personal information (addresses, phone numbers, etc.)
- Be mindful when posting photos that might reveal private information
- Report any suspicious or unsafe behavior immediately
- Follow all local laws and business policies during visits
5. Business Partnership Respect
- Be respectful to partner businesses and their staff
- Follow business hours and policies
- Make purchases when participating in business challenges (when required)
- Leave positive reviews for great experiences
6. Quality Content Standards
- Challenge Submissions: Include clear photos, GPS verification, and required proof
- Game Posts: Use appropriate flairs and follow posting formats
- Reviews: Provide honest, helpful feedback about locations
- Photos: High-quality images that showcase Michigan's beauty
Game-Specific Guidelines
Treasure Hunt Challenges
- Submit proof within 24 hours
- Include GPS coordinates and timestamp
- Follow challenge-specific requirements
- ✗ No retroactive submissions older than 1 week
Interactive Mini-Games
- Play fairly and honestly
- Share high scores and achievements
- Help other players with hints (when appropriate)
- ✗ No cheating, exploiting, or sharing answers directly
Community Events
- RSVP for organized meetups
- Follow event-specific safety guidelines
- Be punctual and prepared
- ✗ No last-minute cancellations without notice
Post Flairs & Formatting
Required Flairs:
Post Title Format:
[FLAIR] Brief Description - Location (City, MI)
Examples:
• [Challenge Complete] Downtown Coffee Hunt - Grand Rapids, MI
• [Location Discovery] Hidden Waterfall - Pictured Rocks, MI
• [Game Discussion] New High Score in Michigan Trivia!
Point System & Rewards
Earning Points:
- Challenge Completion: 10-50 points (based on difficulty)
- Mini-Game High Scores: 5-20 points
- Quality Posts: 5-15 points
- Helping Others: 5-10 points
- Business Reviews: 5 points each
Leaderboard Categories:
- 🥇 Monthly Champions - Top point earners
- 🎯 Challenge Masters - Most challenges completed
- 🎮 Game Legends - Highest mini-game scores
- 🤝 Community Heroes - Most helpful members
Rewards & Recognition:
Reporting & Moderation
Report Issues For:
- • Spam or off-topic content
- • Harassment or inappropriate behavior
- • Fake submissions or cheating
- • Safety concerns or dangerous activities
- • Business-related complaints
Moderation Actions:
- Warning: First-time minor violations
- Temporary Ban: Repeated violations or serious misconduct
- Permanent Ban: Severe violations, harassment, or safety threats
- Point Deduction: For fraudulent submissions
Community Partnerships
We work with Michigan businesses to create authentic treasure hunt experiences. Partners provide exclusive challenges, special discounts, unique experiences, and support for community events.
For Businesses
Increased foot traffic, authentic reviews, and community engagement
For Community
Exclusive challenges, special discounts, and unique experiences
Become a Partner
Using the Michigan Spots App
App Features:
- Interactive treasure hunt challenges
- Mini-games (Trivia, Word Search, Drawing, etc.)
- GPS verification for challenge completion
- Leaderboards and achievement tracking
- AI-powered personalized experiences
App Guidelines:
- • Keep your app updated for the best experience
- • Enable location services for GPS challenges
- • Report bugs or issues to help improve the platform
- • Participate in beta testing when available
Contact & Support
Moderator Team:
- • u/MichiganSpotsMod - Head Moderator
- • u/TreasureHuntMI - Challenge Coordinator
- • u/GameMasterMI - Mini-Game Specialist
- • u/BusinessLiaisonMI - Partner Relations
Community Resources:
- michiganspots.com
- Post with [Help/Question] flair for assistance
- Contact u/BusinessLiaisonMI for business inquiries
Welcome to the Adventure!
Thank you for joining r/MichiganSpots! We're excited to have you as part of our treasure hunting community. Whether you're a lifelong Michigander or just visiting, there's always something new to discover in the Great Lakes State.
Download the App
Check Challenges
Find Locations
Try Mini-Games
Connect with Hunters
The real treasure is the Michigan communities we discover along the way! 🏴☠️
Last Updated: October 2024 • Guidelines subject to change
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