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Preparing for the Easter 2011 Egg Hunts?

by Easter Bunny

for the 2011 Egg Hunts?

Easter 2011 egg hunts had always been a fun and entertaining part of Easter.  During the Easter 2011 egg hunts, children as well as adults love to scour the fields high and low for brightly colored eggs that often contain prizes, candy, toys, and chocolates and so on.  During the game, these colored eggs are a commodity and the participants are required to search for as many eggs as possible guided by the clues.

So, if you are also preparing to organize an Easter 2011 egg this year, here are some that you can use to add to the fun and enjoyment of the game.  Different people use different ways to prepare the clues.  They may use maps, photos and riddles and so many other things.  When clues are used properly in the hunt, the game can turn out to be really interesting.  You can make use of different clues in a single egg hunt also.  For example, a map can lead the participants to pictures of the places where the eggs are hidden.  Similarly a series of riddles can also lead to the hunter to the pictures or map of places where eggs are hidden.

Maps are the most common types of clues used in an Easter 2011 egg hunt game.  They are quite easy, attractive and suitable for children of most ages.  If you want to use a map as a clue for a very young child, it would be a great idea to include colorful pictures.  When making maps, make sure they depict the locations accurately.  If maps are not accurate, it can even spoil the whole game.  Avoid putting each and every detail on the map and also omit insignificant elements.  After all your aim is to help the participants locate all the eggs and allow them to have fun and enjoy themselves when they are doing so.

Riddles also make great clues for egg hunts.  Riddles need participants to think and they are only suitable for elder kids who can read and write.  This can be a great challenge for the participants as those who can think quickly will be a step closer to locating the eggs.  Young children may not find riddles helpful so it is better not to assign the riddle clues to them.

Photos can also add to the fun of the game and are a great option for hunt egg hunt clues. You can take the pictures depending on the age of the child.  For children of very young age, you would like to take the pictures of the exact location where the eggs are hidden.  For average age children, you can make it a little challenging by taking pictures of a specific object in the area where the eggs are located.  Moreover, for elder kids, you can take pictures of some objects around the exact location and take it at an angle that it is hard to recognize in the first glance.

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Don’t Miss Fun-Filled Easter Parades And Egg Hunts

by Easter Bunny

Thankfully, the frigid days of winter are behind us and spring has almost sprung. There’s nothing like the sound of chirping birds and the smell of blooming flowers to remind us that sleet and snow will give way to much-longed-for sunshine, setting the stage for the perfect egg hunt or parade.  These events, some of which are expected to draw thousands, will take center stage in some of the country’s hottest spring break destinations, from vibrant New York City to historic New Orleans.  No matter the occasion, people of all ages will be basking in spring fun. Read on for a smattering of parades and egg scheduled to hit major cities in April or sooner.

New York City

If you plan to be in New York City on Easter Sunday (April 4), join hundreds as they stroll along Fifth Avenue from 49th to 57th streets for the Easter Parade & Easter Bonnet Festival, an annual tradition that dates back to Civil War days. Unlike most parades, this one does not feature marching bands or floats. Instead, people come from all corners of the world to sport some of the fanciest Easter bonnets imaginable. From Civil War period costumes to animal-patterned attire, outfits range from elegant to outlandish, and you’re just as likely to find them donned by pets as you are their owners. The Easter Parade & Easter Bonnet Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. What’s more, free admission makes the event both fun and easy on the pocket.

San Francisco

Travelers in or near the Bay Area can take part in the 19th annual Union Street Spring Celebration and Easter Parade on Easter Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Expected to attract 30,000 attendees, the parade will feature live music, inflatable bounces, a climbing wall, vintage cars, stilt walkers, kids’ rides, and a hands-on activities area. Those on hand can enjoy al fresco dining while watching the parade wind its way between Gough and Filmore Streets. Families have been known to call this the biggest little parade in San Francisco.

Washington D.C.

If the kids enjoy Easter egg rolling, they’ll love rolling hard-boiled colored eggs down the lawns at the White House this year. The White House Easter Egg Roll is set to take place at our nation’s capital April 5 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tradition stretches back to 1878, when President Rutherford B. Hayes declared that neighborhood children were allowed convene on the White House lawn to play Easter games after Congress had banned them from the Capitol grounds.  The Egg Roll is currently the largest public event at The White House, attracting approximately 40,000 visitors annually. This year’s theme – “Ready, Set, Go!” – is intended to promote health and wellness. Children aged 12 years and younger and their families can enjoy live musical performances, cooking classes and other activities at the South Lawn of the White House for free.

Miami

Miami’s tropical climate makes it a great place for a family vacation year round. If you’re not planning on catching some rays on Miami Beach or strolling by the unique shops of Ocean Drive this Easter, take the kids to Miami Metrozoo for its annual Miami Metrozoo Egg Safari. The event is free with regular admission and runs April 3 and 4 from 11 a.m. through 4 p.m. Youngsters 12 and under can take a photo with the Easter Bunny, cavort in fun bounce houses and enjoy great music. Fun for the whole family also awaits at Miami Seaquarium’s Egg Hunt Celebration, which takes place Friday, April 2 through Sunday, April 4. In addition to the park’s regular shows and exhibits, kids will delight in “Bunny-palo za” which boasts five acres of rides, slides, bounce houses and other fun activities.

New Orleans

The 6th annual Easter On The Avenue Parade, also known as the St. Charles Easter Parade, will roll up and then down gorgeous St. Charles Avenue at 12:15 p.m. on Easter Sunday. The Parade will start at Emeril’s Delmonico Restaurant and make its way around Lee Circle and up Cadiz Street before eventually turning back and returning to the restaurant. Feel free to showcase your Easter finery as you ride in a supplied carriage or convertible. Best of all, there will be throws and surprises for onlookers, so be on the alert! Dino lovers should not the Audobon Zoo Dinosaur Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 27 and Sunday, March 28. Kids can make dino crafts, enjoy snacks and hunt for their very own dinosaur eggs. Alternatively, if you’re an avid runner, you can take part in the Crescent City Classic, held on the Saturday of Easter weekend each year. This 10k road race takes runners down Esplanade Avenue, a beautiful tree lined boulevard at the edge of the French Quarter, and ends in picturesque City Park. A post-race party, costume contest and other events follow. Indeed, there’s much more to New Orleans than Mardi Gras!

Easter only comes once a year, as do these fun-packed egg hunts and parades. Whether you plan to go in search of Easter goodies this year or join thousands as they stroll down a busy street, it’s time to spring forward and have some fun.

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Easter Egg Hunt Ideas

by Easter Bunny

So I thought I’d throw a couple fun for egg at you. Ready?

The classic ones are fun, but how about switching things up a bit by doing something like creating a map that leads to the eggs? Make it into a “real” map with all the appropriate markings on it, complete with “X”s, dashes, and an old look to the map. Try and get as accurate as you can with the layout, of course. I’ve found that it’s best to hide the eggs next to landmarks to make it a little easier to find them; otherwise, you’ll end up having to dig holes in the ground!

Another neat idea – I think – is to draw pictures of the places associated with the location of the eggs. For instance, if you hide the egg in a tree, just draw a picture of a branch…or you could even draw a seed! Make them think a little.

The third and final idea – and maybe the most ridiculous – for this installment involves buying dozens and dozens of eggs and having the day eventually end up in a giant egg fight. Sure, that sounds a little crazy, and when my sister suggested it to me, that’s exactly what I thought. But it can be a lot of fun, and it’s not dangerous as long as you set some ground rules. (Remember, the egg shells are hard, and you never know when a small piece could get into someone’s eye!) Hide the eggs all over the yard, separate the kids into teams, and let them go. When they’re done, split them up and begin the insanity. The rules we had were no face shots and nobody was allowed to throw really hard. If you have kids who will follow the rules, let me tell you, it can be a fun, crazy time.

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Easter Egg Hunt Ideas

by Easter Bunny

Ready for some good for Egg ?

The classic types of Easter Egg Hunts are enjoyable, however how about switching items up a bit by doing something like making a map that leads to the Easter Eggs?

Create a “real” map with all of the appropriate markings on it, complete with “X”s, dashes, and an old look to the map. Try to get as precise as you can with the design. I have found that it is ideal to hide the eggs next to landmarks to make it a little simpler to locate them; or else, you’ll finish up having to dig holes in the yard!

Another cool idea – I think – is to draw pictures of the places associated with the locale of the eggs. For example, if you conceal the egg in a tree, just sketch a picture of a branch …or you might even draw a seed! Try to make them imagine a little.

The third and final idea – and possibly the most absurd – for this installment entails purchasing dozens of eggs and having the day eventually end up in a giant egg battle. Sure, that sounds a little ridiculous, and when my cousin suggested it to me, that’s precisely what I thought.
But it can be a lot of enjoyment, and it’s not unsafe as long as you set some ground rules.
(Remember, the egg shells are hard, and you never know when a little bit might get into someone’s eye!)
Hide the eggs all over the yard, separate the kids into groups, and let them go.
Whenever they’re done, split all of them up and start the insanity.
The guidelines we have were no face shots and no one was permitted to throw really hard. If you have youngsters who will follow the rules, let me say to you, it can be a fun, crazy time.


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    Game to enhance the Hunt for Easter Eggs

    by Easter Bunny

    O.K. guys, I really like this one, and I highly recommend doing it.

    This idea first came as a suggestion to my from my brother-in-law. This year for your Hunt Egg gathering, do something completely different. Create a map. Not enough? Sure, maybe that alone isn’t the most original idea in the world. But how about creating a map out of a blank jigsaw puzzle, having the kids search for the puzzle pieces, and then following said map to the final, ultimate prize?

    We first did this last year at home, and it was a major success. I’d say we had about 18 puzzle pieces for approximately six kids to find…so the math CAN work evenly. I’ll tell you what: those kids had so much fun thinking about the eventual full map that they forgot how competitive they like to be. It was fantastic. Usually – as many parents know – when there’s at least one boy and one girl around the same age, the competition is ridiculous. The boy simply needs to win or he’s going to be upset. At least that’s how it is around our house!

    Anyway, try this out sometime. You certainly don’t need to purchase a blank puzzle or anything, although that is probably the “coolest” way, according to kids. Just use a huge piece of sturdy construction paper and be creative with the shapes. They’ll get it.

    In my opinion, kids will remember things like this, and they’ll remember them forever. They’ll look back on like this and thank you for taking the time when they’re older.

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