The hunt is on

Thousands of colorful eggs chock full of goodies will be scattered around West Hawaii this Easter holiday.

At Kapaau’s Kamehameha Park more than 6,000 eggs will be ready for kids to grab up on Saturday, said Kimberly Lepold with the nonprofit Kohala Coalition Against Drugs that partnered with Kohala Lions Club to hold the free community event.

“In North Kohala, we are the egg hunt with 6,000 eggs,” she said before noting the event will also help to raise awareness about keeping the Kohala community drug free.

Keiki need to bring a basket or bag to pick up eggs and parents should remember a camera to take a photo with the Easter bunny, who will be making an appearance at the event, she said.

Keiki will be assigned an area of the field based on age to ensure young children have the same chance as their older counterparts, Lepold said. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with the hunt commencing around noon.

At the park’s Hisaoka Gymnasium, keiki can partake in crafts and other activities.

In Kailua-Kona for the weekend? Solid Rock Ministries will hold its annual Egg Rush on Saturday at Old Kona Airport Park’s soccer fields.

Dozens of thousands of eggs filled with goodies and slips to redeem for other items will be scattered across the field. Children will be separated by age group for the free hunt. In order to claim a prize, keiki must be present.

Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with the first hunt getting under way at 9 a.m., according to the organization.

Waikoloa Beach Resort will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday at the Waikoloa Bowl, according to the resort.

More than 10,000 eggs will be ready for keiki of all ages, said Margo Bunnell, resort Sales and Operations manager. To promote safety, the children will be separated by age groups to collect the eggs, she said.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the first hunt starting at 10, she said. The event is free.

At 10 a.m., Pualani Cottontail and Koloa the Duck will make an appearance at Queens’ MarketPlace. The center also has constructed three Easter baskets for photos, she said. Families should bring their own camera.

For more information, call 886-8822.

Also Saturday in South Kohala is Ahahui O Hee Nalu Moke o Keawe’s first Easter egg hunt at Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area.

The nonprofit organization through various ocean activities helps local youth reach their potential, said Anthony Kaniho, member and event organizer.

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or until pau, the group will have a free Easter egg hunt, family fun and food, he said. All activities will take place near the public beach area’s northernmost pavilions.

On Sunday, following the third annual Easter Sunrise Service at Waimea Nature Park, an Easter egg hunt will be held for the children.

The hunt will follow a nondenominational service, which starts at 6 a.m., according to Arlene Block, who reminded people to be prepared for chilly weather and possible rain.

Note: Naalehu and Waikoloa communities were not included in this list because they have already held Easter egg hunts. There may also be events in addition to those listed above.