As part of the inaugural Maplefest on Saturday, March 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Port Elgin BIA is hosting a photo scavenger hunt. To participate in the ‘mapley’ fun, find 12 maple leaves hidden in 12 different businesses in downtown Port Elgin.
Once each leaf has been located, take a selfie with it and post the photo to Twitter, Instagram or Facebook using the hashtag #portelginmaplefest.
When 12 pictures have been posted participants will be entered into a grand prize draw including gift cards, store merchandise, and much more; all donated from the Port Elgin BIA group.
The prize pack includes donations from a growing list of contributors, including the following merchants:
Elgin Jewellers
Maple Shores Health Centre
Pharmasave
Accents
Ashanti
Lions Club
RMT Lounge
Mill Creek
Bicyclette Rouge
Saugeen Curry House
Garage Sandwich Shop
Rabbit Dash
Cathy’s Flowers ’N Treasures
Great Huron Tattoo and Piercings
Becker Shoes
Claimed Vintage
The Wismer House
Maplefest is free to attend and is happening in downtown Port Elgin on Saturday, March 24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The inaugural festival includes a pancake breakfast, vendors, maple treats, carriage rides, crafts, a petting zoo, battle axe throwing, pioneer demonstrations, and dog sled rides.
