Our community is proud to participate in America250, a national initiative leading up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. This nonpartisan effort, led by the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, invites all Americans to reflect on our nation's past, honor those who have shaped it, and look ahead to the future we want to create.

We kicked off our local involvement during our 2025 Fourth of July celebration, themed "250 Years Protecting Freedom." This week-long event marked the beginning of what we hope will be many programs and activities celebrating our City’s unique place in America’s story.

As we look toward July 4, 2026, we invite everyone to join in this historic journey.

Stay tuned for more updates on America250 events in our City!

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The Goose is on the Loose: America250 in Tooele County

Tooele County residents and visitors are invited to join “The Goose is on the Loose: America250 in Tooele County,” a fun, county-wide scavenger hunt celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

Event Dates: March 5 - October 31, 2026

This interactive challenge encourages families, friends, and community members to explore Tooele County, attend local events, learn about our history, and participate in activities that celebrate America.

How to Play:

1. Download the GooseChase app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Join the game using the code "FREEDOM250TC" or this link: GooseChase Game.
3. Create or join a team with friends and family.
4. Complete challenges across Tooele County to earn points, unlock rewards, and discover local communities.

Pins:

As you complete missions in the scavenger hunt, you can earn limited-edition pins! Pins are a fun way to track your progress, celebrate achievements, and show off the communities you’ve explored. Each pin is unique, marking a specific location or challenge, and serves as a keepsake to commemorate your participation in America250 in Tooele County. Collecting pins encourages players to explore more locations, try different challenges, and fully experience everything Tooele County has to offer. Pins are available at both the City and County level.

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Tooele 250 Community Challenges

Tooele 250 is a series of community challenges celebrating America’s 250th anniversary while encouraging residents to get involved, stay active, and give back to Tooele City. The challenges are simple, flexible, and inclusive—everyone can participate in ways that fit their interests and schedule. You can take part in as many activities as you like—serve, walk, swim, golf, or do a little of everything. Every contribution helps the community reach a shared goal of 250.

Log your activity as you go; multiple submissions are encouraged. QR codes will be posted at various Tooele City locations for easy access to the online forms. Once an activity reaches 250, participants will be entered into a prize drawing. To be eligible, you must be a Tooele City resident.

To get started, select one of the activity buttons below to access the corresponding form. Thank you for helping celebrate this historic milestone through community involvement, activity, and service!

Thank You Participants

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Our American Story

As our nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, America250 invites residents to take part in Our American Story—a national storytelling project that captures the diverse voices and experiences that make up our country’s history. You can share your own story or nominate someone whose life and service deserve to be remembered as part of this nationwide archive. Visit america250.org/our-american-story to learn more and find opportunities to participate. Let’s make sure Tooele’s voices are included in this historic celebration of America’s past, present, and future.