This year was a special one: the 10th Anniversary of our Community Easter Egg Hunt. It was held at the Commons for the second time and it is such a special location. I feel so grateful to have this kind of community space. The Gabriola Commons is 26-acres of community coordinated land with an agricultural focus. We were treated to a concert by the Juno-nominated, Gabriola-grown band the Kerplunks. (And they sang the new Lego song!) And then the wild hunt was on! Imagine a hundred or so 2-12'ers making like fox and hounds over the fields and through the bushes looking for eggs.
This is just one more reason why i love living here. Moms, Dads, kids, Grandparents, folks who just love kids and have to watch the gaiety--all gathered on the green. Dancing and singing, clapping and cheering. What a rare experience these days to have so much community out for kids. And we were joined this year by eagles and hawks, snakes and ants. Nobody left any litter, everybody had a terrific time, and money was raised to support our local 4-H club. A big cheer to the local businesses--esp. Village Foods and Coast Realty for their steady support.
Lots of pics:
Picnic before the show:
Tina Jones of the Kerplunks pointing out the eagle blessing the beginning of the show!
Everybody watching the show:
Do you like my Easter Bonnet? 
Rowan & GranGran
They're Off!!
The Wild Hunt
Searching for the last few
That was fun!
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