What Is The Anniversary Hunt?
The anniversary hunt is a puzzle designed by the late Arthur Scheijde which he hoped would honor the dedication and craftsmanship of the artists who worked on The Secret. It was his hope that this would be an homage, not to the puzzle itself, but to it's creators. Arthur Scheijde passed away shortly after it's release.
Who Is George Ward?
George Ward is a longtime member of The Secret community. For nearly two decades, he has helped keep the spirit of The Secret alive. As the creator of 12Treasures and a founding member of The Secret Podcast, George has dedicated years to researching, documenting, discussing, and sharing ideas that continue to draw people into the world of armchair treasure hunting. Through 12Treasures, George has worked to preserve the history and discoveries surrounding The Secret while helping introduce the hunt to a new generation of searchers. His involvement has grown far beyond simply solving puzzles. He has become a steward of the community itself, creating places for people to share ideas, learn from one another, and continue the search together. At the heart of George's work has always been the people. He and Arthur hoped the 40th Anniversary Hunt would give friends and families an opportunity to step away from the everyday, share an adventure, and create memories together. More than anything, George wanted the puzzle to bring people together and hopefully give the community something they could all celebrate: a win.
Who Is Arthur Scheijde?
Arthur Scheijde was a multidisciplinary creative artist whose work spanned from visual arts, sculpting and documentary storytelling. As a painter, he developed a distinctive eye for composition and atmosphere, often drawing inspiration from lived experience, human connection, and the quiet texture of place. Across all his work, he was not driven by spectacle, but by understanding, with an instinct to observe carefully and translate what he saw with honesty and care. Within the Secret and Anniversary hunt community, Arthur is remembered not only for his contribution as the painter and conceptual mind behind the Anniversary hunt, but for the impact he had on those around him. He was a deeply valued friend and a thoughtful, quiet force within the community. He approached ideas with curiosity rather than judgment, consistently encouraging open interpretation, collaboration, and creative thinking. More than anything, he believed that discovery should be shared, and that the process of exploring a mystery was just as meaningful as finding its answer.
If you’re ever at the Anderson Mall, you’ll find a "For Arthur" plaque — a permanent, heartfelt tribute to our dear friend.
