Find Chiquita Challenge

@chiquitachatter Play every week to win great prizes from Chiquita.

Eligibility: Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are age 18 or older.

Entry Dates: Begins July 11, 2010 and ends at 11:59:59 PM CT on November 27, 2010.

How to enter: two ways

Online: Visit www.findchiquita.com and use the access code “CHIQUITA” to register and participate

Text: CHIQUITA to 99158 and follow the instructions for participation.

Visit participating retail stores where Chiquita bananas are sold and look for the ‘Find Chiquita’ game board at Chiquita banana displays. ‘Find Chiquita’ game boards include graphics and artwork that provide answers to a series of multiple choice questions that, when answered correctly, are rewarded with a chance to win a prize instantly and a sweepstakes entry for the chance to win other prizes to be awarded by random drawings to be conducted weekly.

Entry Limit: One instant game play and one sweepstakes entry may be earned per participant, per question. Approximately every 5-6 days during the promotion all registered participants who opt in will be notified by email or text message a new ‘Find Chiquita’ question.

Prizes: Pictures here.

Sweepstakes Prizes: (10) sweepstakes Prizes will be awarded each week.

(1) Grand Prize: Winner may choose ONLY ONE from the following five prize options:

1. Wii Fit & Friends Package including Wii console w/slot loading drive for connecting regular SD digital storage cards, 2 remotes, 2 nunchucks, Wii Sports + 3 additional premium games, Grand Slam 7-in-1 sports kit: including 1 baseball bat, 2 tennis rackets, 1 golf club, 1 steering wheel, 1 wrist strap, 1 clear remote protector/cover and Wii Fit Plus Bundle including game software and Wii balance board. ARV: $520.
2. Sport Photo Package including Fuji 12 MP SLR style digital camera w/3.0” high resolution LCD, 18x wide-angle zoom (28mm-504mm), high sensitivity ISO6400, HD movie & sound, instant zoom/zoom bracketing, panoramic shooting, image rotation in playback mode, 4AA batteries included + many additional smart feature; Fuji S-Series Case and Bushnell Titanium Tripod. ARV: $560.
3. Trek Men’s or Women’s Mountain Bike Package including quick shifting 21-speed, steel frame, linear pull brakes and Bontrager components. Trek Vapor unisex adjustable helmet (black) w/removable style visor and Camelback The Cloud Walker hands free Hydration Pack. ARV: $495.
4. Backyard Fun Package including Weber Performer charcoal grill w/touch-n-go ignition system and CharBin 20 Lb charcoal storage. Bean Bag Toss Game. Deluxe Bocce Ball Set. Premier 5-person Croquet set and Chiquita Speaker Stereo Cooler (See previous description) ARV: $599.
5. Digital Fun Package including Samsung 10.2 MP Red Digital Camera w/5x zoom, 2.5” LCD screen, 27mm wide angle lens and MJPEG movie recording. iPod Touch w/3.5” display and multi-touch interface, 32 GB storage, iPod Touch 3.1 software, built-in speaker, earphones, remote and mic. Portable Mini Boombox w/iPod Dock, FM radio, digital controls, LCD clock, battery or adapter power source. ARV $499.

(3) First Prizes: Winner may choose ONLY ONE from the following four prize options:

1. iPod Touch – 8 GB w/3.5” display and multi-touch interface. ARV: $199.
2. Tailgate Package including Portable Captains fabric chair and carry bag, Chiquita Speaker Stereo Cooler (See previous description). Coleman Table Top, PerfectFlow, InstaStart, two-burner propane stove. ARV: $199.
3. Fishing Fun Package including Coleman Fishing for Two package: 2-Mitchell Outback SE spinning reels and 6 Lb mono fishing line, two 5’0” rods, Berkley digital fish scale, 6” filet knife and sheath. Chiquita Speaker Stereo Cooler (See previous description). ARV: $195.
4. Family Game Night including Uno Flash Game, Pictionary Man, Apples to Apples Junior + Easy Pop Red Popcorn Maker w/motorized stirring, brazed heating element. Makes 10 cups of popcorn in less than 5 minutes in built-in ready to serve bowl. ARV: $249.

(6) Second Prizes: Winner may choose ONLY ONE from the following three prize options:

1. Chillin’ at Home Package including Back to Basics Signature Smoothie Machine: dishwasher safe, 48 oz glass blending jar and stainless steel base. Set of four Zak Neon double walled 15 oz tumblers. ARV: $85.
2. Family Fitness Gear includes perfect push up set w/rotating soft cell foam grip handles, non-slip bases and Navy SEAL workout plan and chart + Perfect Pull up Kit w/rotating handles, 3-position adjustable swing arms, adjustable pull-up bar w/2 swing arms and 2 rotating handles, 2 Ab straps and 21-day Navy SEAL inspired workout plan. ARV: $115.
3. Picnic Package includes Portable Captains fabric chairs and carry bag, Chiquita Speaker Stereo Cooler (See previous description). ARV: $116.

Instant Win Prizes: (546 total) Prizes may vary each week, including:

(a.) Chiquita Speaker Stereo Cooler featuring a watertight insulated cooler compartment, adjustable strap, ribbed rubber base and stereo speakers with AUX input for CD or MP3 player. 13”W x 11½”H x 8”D. 4 AA batteries not included. Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”): $34.

(b.) Chiquita Soft Sided Domed Beach Cooler featuring watertight ultra heavy insulated padding, shoulder strap, zippered closure and built-in carry handle. ARV: $17.

(c.) A Chiquita Sports Duffle II featuring heavy duty polyester fabric w/bold color accents, multiple open and zippered outside pockets for water bottle or cell phones, large main compartment, rigid bottom, soft grip handles and shoulder strap. 19”x10”x11”. ARV: $19.

(d.) Chiquita Escapade Backpack featuring padded back straps, large main zippered compartment, zippered outside pockets with organizer and side mesh pocket for accessories. 12”x18”x7”. ARV $14

DISCOUNT OFFERS: If you are not an instant prize winner you will receive a discount code for the Tiki Threads e-store (www.TikiThreads.com). Discount codes available are:

60% off Your Apparel Order
60% off Your Headwear Order
$15 Off Your Entire Order
30% Off Your Entire Order
$70 off your next purchase of $99 or more of any apparel items
$80 off your next purchase of $120 or more of any apparel items
Free Hat with ANY Purchase

Prize Limit: One (1) sweepstakes prize per person.

Drawing Dates: Sweepstakes drawings will be conducted for each week (Sunday to Saturday) drawings will be conducted during the following week to determine sweepstakes prize winners.

Official rules: www.findchiquita.com/official_rules

Sweeps Rating: Good

Photo Credit: Chiquita