CAMPING MYSTERY GAME
Big Mystery in Little Woods: Clean Version
Big Mystery in Little Woods: Clean Version
- PLAY TIME: 60-90 minutes
- RATING: PG
- GENDER: Neutral
- PLAYERS: 8-15
Campers and residents of Little Woods are gathered for the annual S'mores Festival in Little Woods National Park. Some visitors are uneasy, however, as rumors of bear attacks mar the celebration. Several townsfolk seem to have other ideas: are these incidents due to an animal or a monster of a different kind?
Grab a marshmallow stick and gather ‘round the campfire. Will the evening be a quiet night or one of grisly terror?
Note: This is the Clean Version of the game; the Victim is only kidnapped.
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Game Details
This Clean Version Mystery party game is a printable PDF digital download for 8-15 players, including the host. The Victim in the game plays the entire time; there is no murder. The game is designed to be played in four rounds: Introduction, Investigation, and Interrogation, with a Final Accusation. Rules are streamlined and straightforward; no tedious advance preparation for players is required. Instructions are set up so that the host can play along without knowing who the Victim or Perpetrator is until the end if desired. Characters can be any gender and players can create whatever name suits them or use suggestions provided on their card.
This game is best played outdoors around a campfire, but can work for any event including birthdays, work events, game nights, or casual hangouts! Our games are created for small groups so that no elaborate set-up is required. Players are given character suggestions and objectives to complete instead of scripts. This game suits groups who are willing to role-play and looking for a story that requires evidence to be uncovered to solve the mystery!
Contents
1. Game Instructions
2. 15 Gender Neutral Character Cards, including Mystery Master
3. Clues
4. Optional: Accusation Cards
5. Optional: Invitation
Character List
1. S’mores Festival Event Planner (Mystery Master/Host) – Cheerful event planner who wants the evening to go without a hitch.
2. Park Ranger – Longtime Park Ranger at Little Woods National Park.
3. Sheriff – Haughty and dismissive, the Sheriff can’t be bothered with reports of attacks.
4. Campground Host – Friendly host who manages day-to-day operations at the campground and regales visitors with tales and local lore.
5. Older Tent Camper – Kind and family-oriented camper who is looking forward to a weekend to unwind.
6. Younger Tent Camper – Fun-loving younger sibling to older Tent Camper.
7. Local Reporter – Nosey and power-hungry. The Local Reporter will do anything to get a good story.
8. Van Life Camper – This Influencer is down on their luck with a broken-down van.
9. RV Camper – Loud, rude, and always on the watch for any mischief happening in the Park.
10. Backpacker – Nature-loving solo hiker who was lured to the event with the promise of free food.
11. Business Owner – Third-generation owner of an outdoor gear and equipment store that serves campers, hikers, and hunters.
12. Scout Leader – Cheerful Scout Leader of Troop #44 ready to teach survival skills and enjoy the beauty of nature.
13. Scout – Dutiful Scout who is ready to earn new badges on their first trip to Big Woods National Park.
14. Townsperson (Parent) – Helpful, if harried, parent who is volunteering to make sure the S'mores Festival is successful.
15. Townsperson (Child) – Rambunctious, yet intelligent, child to Townsperson (Parent) who is ready for some fun.
How to Play
To play, read the "Game Instructions." A separate character sheet for the Mystery Master/Event Host is provided for use during the game. This ensures the host is able to play without knowing the identity of the Perpetrator or Victim in advance.
We used this for girls camp and it was perfect. Really well organized and fun. Seller went above and beyond to make sure it fit our specific circumstances when I had a question. Great product for a great price!
I played this with a group of 12 and 13 year olds and they absolutely loved it. I added some physical "clues" around as well so it wasn't just paper. Even if I had just printed it, though, it would have been super fun and worth doing. I'd definitely recommend this product!