How to Plan a Fun-Filled Easter Egg Hunt

One of my most treasured memories as a child was that of the old fashioned Easter egg hunt. It has become a favorite annual event for my children as well. Nothing is more delightful to children than searching for colorful eggs and the anticipation of discovering the hidden treasures that each holds. Planning a grand Easter egg hunt doesn't have to break the bank, be time consuming or stressful. With a little organization, it is quite simple.

Decide on a location for the Easter egg hunt. Will it be your children or a gathering of extended family? If so, the perfect spot might be your own front or backyard. Hide eggs around play equipment, in shrubs, trees and fence posts. Scatter them about the yard. For a larger crowd, consider a local park. Many community parks have pavilions that one can reserve complete with picnic tables and maybe even a barbeque pit. Use the grassy areas around the park for your festivities. The perfect spot may be in your own Subdivision Park or clubhouse. This venue would be ideal if you are hosting a neighborhood Easter egg hunt. If there is inclement weather, don't sweat it! As a child, we always had an inside Easter egg hunt. My mother would hide jelly beans all over the house and it was our job to find them. Don't let rain deter a fun-filled day of Easter egg hunting.