A celebration of spring.
By Jillian Chandler.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 30, for this year’s annual Egg Hunt, presented by the Sandpoint Lions Club. Always held the Saturday before Easter, the hunt begins at 9am sharp, rain or shine (or snow) at Lakeview Park (901 Ontario Street), so be sure to get there early!
Kids will once again have the chance to win one of several prizes, with eight bikes as well as skateboards, scooters and other age-appropriate riding toys. Be sure to check your eggs before you leave to see if you’ll walk away one of the lucky winners!
Dedicated volunteers come together to continue this fun-filled morning filled with laughter and smiles; the perfect way to kick off those Easter festivities and celebrations a day early.
Be sure to dress for the weather and be ready for an exciting, fast-paced morning. Each year, around 2,000 children and family members show up to the hunt to search for the hundreds of candy-filled plastic eggs. Hunts are broken down by age: 1 and younger (no candy for this group, rather little stuffed animals and bath toys); 2 and 3; 4 and 5; 6 and 7; 8 and 9; 10 and 11. The hunting is usually over in less than 10 minutes!
“Our favorite part of our traditional Egg Hunt is watching the excitement on each kid's face as they hunt for eggs,” shares Janice Rader, Sandpoint Lions Club president. “Easter is the best part of spring. You can tell that the kids (and parents) are excited to get out and visit with their neighbors.”
The Sandpoint Lions Club will provide hot cocoa, and Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters will provide the coffee.
“We want to thank everyone in our community for their support by joining in our fun events!” Janice adds. “We look forward to seeing everyone bright and early Saturday, March 30!”
Keep an eye out as additional details are announced online at Facebook.com/SandpointLionsClub.
