Did you know if you capture a Leprechaun he will lead you to his pot of gold and give it to you as a bribe to let him go?
Leprechauns are tricky fellows, so you must be creative when deciding on a way to try to catch him. You can try to lure him to you and grab him, or you can try to build a Leprechaun trap. Try some of these fun and creative suggestions about how to make a Leprechaun trap. I can't guarantee you will catch one of these little fellows, but you will sure have fun trying!
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(Photo submitted by Hannah)
My son is grown now, so I’d forgotten about leprechaun traps. Thanks for the memories. I especially enjoyed the photos.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Sherri!
I’d never heard of leprechaun traps actually being created! Great tips on how to trick the leprechaun.
Unfortunately, I think it might be easier for me to buy a lottery ticket than catch a leprechaun and earn his pot of gold!
I am a 2nd grade teacher and we absolutely love creating these. We give our students specifications … what is your lure, how will the leprechaun be ensnared, etc. They create a writing piece for a “how to” build my trap. They research leprechauns. We set them on March 16th and anxiously anticipate the results for St. Patrick’s Day!
I am always amazed year after year the new creativeness and ingenuity students have. Great recycle project!