Hound Egg Hunt Returns To Palatine On Saturday, April 13 At Towne Square
Palatine Park District will host the annual Hound Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 13, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. Check in will begin at 9:30 a.m. This fun and enjoyable event consists of one egg hunt for small dogs at approximately 10:15 a.m. and a separate egg hunt for big dogs at approximately 10:25 a.m.
A souvenir photo with a bunny mascot, eggs filled with treats, goody bag, and raffle entry are included in the registration fee. In addition to the egg hunt, participants will have the opportunity to visit with community sponsors. All owners must always have a leash and an eye on their dog.
All dogs must be wearing a current rabies tag and Palatine residents must wear the Village of Palatine issued license tag to participate in this event or they must leave the area. This is a Village of Palatine ordinance and is therefore a requirement to participate in this event. Sec. 5-40. Nonresidents must bring current identification along with required paperwork to register for the event.
"This is something fun and unique for both the owner and their dog," said Lisa Schroeder, Special Interest coordinator for Palatine Park District. "It's a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air, while socializing with many different community sponsors and dog lovers."
The preregistration fee is $8 per dog until Friday, April 12 at 4 p.m., and will increase to $10 per dog the day of the event. Registration is accepted online at palatineparks.org or in person at one of three District registration offices, Birchwood Recreation Center, Community Center and Falcon Park Recreation Center.
This year's presenting sponsor is A Closer Bond Dog School. Gold level partners include Deal With Diamond Realty-Amy Diamond, Eric Esch State Farm, Grade Power Learning-Palatine and Buffalo Grove Animal Hospital.
For more information about this event, contact Special Interest Coordinator Lisa Schroeder at (847) 496-6347 or lschroeder@palatineparks.org.
The mission of Palatine Park District is to provide a variety of safe, enjoyable, and affordable parks, programs, and recreational facilities that will enhance the quality of life by promoting good health and well-being for all residents and visitors while being fiscally responsible stewards of community assets and tax dollars.