Avast me hearties! Whether you be a landlubber or a pirate at heart, you could win $20,000 in this treasure hunt celebrating Maine’s Bicentennial! Ayuh! You read that correctly. Somewhere in our state Kurt and Kelly Stokes, the principal owners, and Curt Andrews, senior designer/creator of Dirigo Treasures Maine, have hidden this grand prize! Best yet, contrary to treasures in Maine lore that are never found, this one is legitimately real! Also despite what most Mainers tell you, you can get theah from heah! According to the creators, “It is publicly accessible. Anyone may simply reach out and obtain it if the location is known. It has been hidden legally. It has been hidden ethically. And it has been hidden in an environmentally responsible manner.”

To get your clues to the treasure visit DirigoTreasuresMaine.com. There you can purchase a set of playing cards that each feature a unique landmark in Maine. Some you will immediately recognize from our Dog Friendly Places reviews. Other cards have even us old sea dogs baffled. But have no fear! The cards come with a puzzle manual, with additional clues to help you decipher the code, which will lead you to 7 Dirigo Stones hidden around the state. Once located the combined message of the Dirigo Stones will reveal the treasure’s location!

According to the creators, they wanted a fun way to encourage people to explore the great state of Maine! This treasure hunt will not only lead to financial riches, but it also will show people Maine’s real treasure of its “physical beauty, geographical diversity, hard-working people, and rich cultural and historical tapestry.” Best yet, proceeds from the sale of this game are being donated to Maine Cancer Foundation and Maine Rivers. As of July 1, 2021 $5,784 has been donated! So shiver me timbers! What are you waiting for? Purchase your game today!*