Our Mission
More than an Escape Room
Natural disasters are on the rise in the Pacific Northwest, with statistics showing a significant increase in heatwaves, wildfires, floods, and ice storms, not to mention a pandemic. What's next‽ Well, It could very well be 'The Big One' we've been hearing about. Geologists predict a 1 in 3 chance of an 8.0+ earthquake striking the Pacific Northwest in the next 50 years, making it more crucial than ever to prepare for the unexpected.
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management encourages the public to store 2 weeks of emergency food, water, and supplies. Learn more at OEM.
We're on a mission to invest in the future of the Pacific Northwest.
By empowering citizens with specific and actionable preparedness education, we're fortifying Portland for the inevitable recovery following a post-Cascadia Subduction Zone disaster. Our groundbreaking approach involves transforming essential preparedness knowledge into an exciting game – a global first! Picture a scenario where participants not only learn critical survival skills but do so in a way that's thrilling and memorable. This initiative doesn't just talk about preparedness; it turns it into an engaging experience. Join us in this pioneering effort, and let's build a resilient future for Portland together!
Did you know that the Oregon Department of Emergency Management has asked citizens to be self-sufficient for at least two weeks?
After 'The Big One', disaster responders will be focused on 'doing the most good for the most people,' which means we are all going to be on our own for a bit, so it's up to us to empower ourselves, our families, and our neighborhoods by being prepared. But how? By having 2 weeks worth of water, food, and other supplies, your household will be self-sufficient in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, lessening the burden of emergency responders and limited supply chains.
Let us help you get ready for natural disasters.
By playing our exciting and challenging escape room, you and your team will solve puzzles that introduce you to simple steps you can take today to increase your personal preparedness. You'll leave our game excited about preparedness as we send you on your way with new skills, knowledge, and take-home materials to help you continue your preparedness journey.
[ Caution: Mild Puzzle Spoilers ]
A special Fox 12 report about the Shaky Grounds Cafe.
Our game improves your…
Team
Escape room games are a popular and effective team-building activity for businesses of all sizes. The Shaky Grounds Cafe will help improve communication, time management and creative problem-solving skills as you discover who your natural leaders and creative thinkers are. Download our One Pager.
Community
Playing an escape game with neighbors is an excellent way to strengthen friendships, and in a disaster situation, those neighborhood friends will likely be your best support system, so make sure they are prepared too. Let Shaky Grounds Cafe help you build a stronger community.
Kit
Our escape game will introduce you to the items commonly found in an emergency kit as you collect and use those items to solve puzzles… which teach you skills… that reveal more tools… which you use to practice… you get the idea. Play The Shaky Grounds Cafe and learn more about the tools you should store in your emergency kit.
Skills
At The Shaky Grounds Cafe, you will get real hands-on experience practicing actual (simulated) emergency preparedness skills that will increase your knowledge and confidence when faced with a disaster. If you would like some spoilers about what you will learn, fill out the contact form and I’ll talk you through it.
Plan
Often the hardest part about emergency preparedness is knowing where to start. Playing our game will introduce you to some easy actions you can take today to start preparing against an uncertain tomorrow. Our knowledgeable game master will offer suggestions, answer questions, and provide you with resources that will leave you better prepared than you were before you played.
Smile
The Shaky Grounds Cafe isn’t just educational; it’s super fun! Just ask anyone who’s played or, check out our glowing Google Reviews. Enjoy the thrill of discovery as you scavenge your way through an abandoned coffee shop while solving engaging and original puzzles. Play the game for fun; the life-saving skills you’ll develop are just a bonus.