1. Register in advance for a chance to participate in this utterly meaningless activity.
2. Be aware of the penalties for non-compliance, including but not limited to: public shaming, forced listening to elevator music, and/or being forced to wear a 'I'm with Stupid' hat.
3. Understand the official definition of 'treasure' as used by the committee, including but not limited to: a slightly-used tissue, a forgotten coupon, or a slightly-used book of matches.
4. Agree to participate in a series of increasingly absurd and/or humiliating challenges to prove one's worth to the committee.