Lee County Parks & Recreation offers Easter egg hunts
Four Lee County Parks & Recreation sites will offer opportunities for children to put their egg-hunting skills to the test in advance of Easter, which is April 20. All information is available at www.leeparks.org.
The days and locations for upcoming events are:
April 12, Pine Island
The Pine Island 6th-8th Grade Golden Egg Hunt will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 12, at Phillips Park, 5675 Sesame Drive, Bokeelia. This free event is for middle school-age children. Participants will receive a candy bag and will have the chance to find golden eggs with special prizes. For more information call 239-533-7200 or visit www.leeparks.org/events.
April 19, Lehigh Acres
Veterans Park Ultimate Egg Hunt will be held 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 19, in the Veterans Park Recreation Center, 55 Homestead Road S., Lehigh Acres. Activities include egg hunt, egg coloring, water tattoos, music, photo booth and more. Egg hunt winners will receive a gift basket. Bring your camera and basket. The cost is $5 per child. This event is co-sponsored by Lehigh Acres Rotary Club. Advance registration is required. Participants can register online at www.leeparks.org/register, at the Veterans Park Recreation Center or by calling 239-533-7530.
April 19, Estero
Estero EGGStravaganza featuring an adaptive egg hunt will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 19, at Estero Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. Preregistration is required by calling 239-533-1470, online at www.leeparks.org/register or at the Estero Recreation Center. The adaptive egg hunt can only be registered at the center or by phone. The egg hunts and the opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny are for children age 12 and under. The cost is $5 per child. Bring your camera and basket. For more information, call the Estero Recreation Center at 239-533-1470.
April 19, Boca Grande
The Boca Grande Egg Hunt will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 19, at Wheeler Road Community Park, 305 Wheeler Road, Boca Grande. This free event is sponsored by Lee County Parks & Recreation and The Friends of Boca Grande Community Center. Activities include egg hunts for ages 4 and under, 5-7 and 8-11. Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. Bring your camera for a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny. Individually wrapped soft candy donations are welcome. For more information, call 239-357-8957 or visit www.leeparks.org/events.
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