St. Patrick's Day Drive-Around Scavenger Hunt Planned In Oswego

OSWEGO, IL — A St. Patrick's Day drive-through scavenger hunt is planned in Oswego. Net proceeds from the event, taking place March 13, will benefit the Kendall County Community Food Pantry.

The scavenger hunt, which will last from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., will start at Village Hall, 100 Parkers Mill, and give families a chance to win prizes — up to $100 in certificates — and learn about their community.

Teams will visit community gathering locations "hidden gems" across town, businesses and parks to solve 20 clues by locating destinations and picking up each of the 20 shamrocks. According to organizers, teams must consist of family members who reside in the same house.

To win, families either have to collect the most shamrocks or all 20 of them and return them to the gazebo at Village Hall.

Tickets cost $20 in advance of $25 day-of and can be purchased online.

Optional aspects of the event include decorating a car for St. Patrick's Day and dressing in holiday-themed apparel. An award for the best-decorated car and family will also be given out at the event. According to organizers, most points will be awarded to teams that do both.