The Hartford And Richard Childress Racing Kick-Off Virtual Scavenger Hunt

      

In celebration of the No. 33 Hartford Chevy, every day at 3:33 p.m. EDT - beginning Monday, July 27 and ending Friday, July 31 - The Hartford will tweet clues from www.twitter.com/TheHartford. The clues, which will also be posted on www.TheHartfordRacing.com, prompt fans to search online to find the daily answers.

The first 10 fans to submit the correct answer to each day's clue at www.TheHartfordRacing.com will win a Clint Bowyer prize pack that includes a limited-edition Bowyer-signed canvas print, a Bowyer-signed die-cast No. 33 Hartford Chevy and other race items. All who participate will be entered into the grand prize drawing that includes a meet-and-greet with Clint Bowyer in Ft. Worth, Texas, roundtrip airfare, lodging for two, prize money, and race tickets.

"The Hartford has some cool promotions going on this week," said Clint Bowyer. "They've planned an on-line scavenger hunt that will give race fans the opportunity to win some Hartford Racing merchandise on a daily basis, and one lucky fan will win a trip to Texas later in the year. I'm looking forward to participating in this scavenger hunt with the fans."

Additionally, The Hartford will host an in-person scavenger hunt surrounding the race events in Pocono, Penn. On Sunday fans will have a chance to win signed sheet metal, crew shirts and an infield meeting with Bowyer. Fans can follow tweets at www.twitter.com/TheHartford for the opportunity to win all weekend long.

About The Hartford

Celebrating nearly 200 years, The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) is an insurance-based financial services company that serves households, businesses and employees by helping to protect their assets and income from risks, and by managing wealth and retirement needs. A Fortune 500 company, The Hartford is recognized widely for its service expertise and as one of the world's most ethical companies. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at www.thehartford.com.

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