OFFICIAL Elf on the Shelf rules. Written, reviewed, and approved by Mr. Hicklles.
- DO NOT TOUCH ME!!! Respect the threads.
- When you find me take an “Elfie” and post it on social media. I love Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
- Use my hashtag, #MrHicklles, and tag Virtual Town in your post. Be sure to check your privacy settings to make sure we can see your post. Here are their tags for your convenience:
- Facebook – @VirtualTown-ShopLocal
- Instagram – @VirtualTown_
- Twitter – @Virtual_Town_
- The first person to post their Elfie with me, use my hashtag, AND tag Virtual Town will be the winner.
- One $25 Gift Certificate to shop online at Virtual Town will be given away every day. If no one can find my hiding spot today, then that $25 will be added to tomorrow and keep growing until I am found.
- ADDED: One Grand Prize will be awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from ALL of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing.
- Only one winner per household per week. Don’t forget my boss knows everybody so he knows who you live with.
- To win you must be at least 18 years old or have your prize claimed by an adult and have a valid email address. Gift certificates will ONLY work with the email address of the verified winner.
- Have fun, tell your friends, and LET’S ALL SHOP LOCAL this Christmas season!
Mr. Hicklles is about to head home to let his boss know about the people of Fitzgerald, GA. But, before he goes, he wanted to leave one more present behind. This elf hunter never had a chance to be the first finder of the day but she made the nice list this year. Congratulations @LillyPeacockLott!! You are an excellent elf hunter and the winner of our GRAND PRIZE courtesy of #MrHicklles, his boss (The Big Guy), and Virtual Town-Shop Local Merry Christmas! For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Don’t forget, the GRAND PRIZE WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED TOMORROW!!!! SO…Show Us Your Elfies to enter!!! Clue Number 19… It used to be cool to say you knew Brangelina. But today I’m hanging with the fantabulous Melissica. To see all my former hiding places, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Don’t forget to Show Us Your Elfies for the Grand Prize!!! Clue Number 18… Here is where the shenanigans ensue. Their sound waves are broadcasted to keep you amused. To see all my former hiding places, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Don’t forget to Show Us Your Elfies for the Grand Prize!!! Clue Number 17… This holiday you can really “rock.” Come inside and get some meat for your stock. Are you curious about my former hiding places? Check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Show Us Your Elfies!!! If you haven’t been the first to find #MrHicklles that doesn’t me you can’t still win. Be sure to share your #Elfies with us even if he’s already been spotted for the day. There will be a GRAND PRIZE rewarded at the end of the competition hand picked by Mr. Hicklles himself. So… LET’S SEE ‘EM!! #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Don’t forget, there will be a Grand Prize awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from ALL of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing. Clue Number 16… I needed a check up because I had too much fun yesterday. Now I’m hanging out up front, waiting for someone to take me away. (but please don’t actually move me.) If you have questions and want to see where I’ve been, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Get on the nice list! The really nice list. There will be a Grand Prize awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from ALL of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing. Clue Number 15… This snowman might be a little bit tipsy. But I feel at home, because it’s a bit nippy. Are you curious about my former hiding places? Check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Don’t forget, there will be a GRAND PRIZE awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from *ALL* of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing. Clue Number 14… A stage for music and room to walk. Where children can play and we can have a grand talk. To see Mr. Hicklles’ former hiding spots check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 13… Stepping out? Wear these first! They will protect your feet from the worst. Don’t forget, there will be a Grand Prize awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from ALL of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing. Are you curious about my former hiding places? Check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 12… Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la la la LOCAL. Don’t forget, there will be a Grand Prize awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from ALL of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing. See where I’ve been by checking out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 11… Here you take something to sell or find something to buy. I will not hide too deep because I am not shy. Don’t forget, there will be a Grand Prize awarded at the end of the competition. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn from ALL of the Elfies posted online. Make sure you take your Elfie and get it posted so you will be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing. If you have questions and want to see where I’ve been, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 10… This red car is last in line. From the ladder all looks fine. See where I’ve been by checking out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 9… Old tradition and youth are great partners. Teaming up they concoct the best seasoned burgers. Find me near the meat. If you have questions and want to see where I’ve been, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 8… Grab a burger or something sweet. We might be little but we’ve got plenty to eat. To see where I’ve been check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 7… C’est fantastique! I’m near my friends but still unique. I’m hanging around, come take a peek. If you have questions and want to see where I’ve been, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 6… Though it’s not an elephant, it does have a trunk. It is a different kind of animal but definitely not junk. To see where I’ve been check out Mr. Hicklles’ page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 5… I’m hanging out where the Elk used to roam, but now the reindeer call it home. If you have questions and want to see where I’ve been, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 4… Be there with bells on this weekend. FINISH your day with some holiday cheer. If you have questions and want to see where I’ve been, check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 3… Football playoffs always run late. Tune in early to hear our tailgate. To see where I’ve been check out the Mr. Hicklles’ page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.
Clue Number 2… Let’s get lit! Tow the family down the trail. To see where I’ve been check out the Mr. Hicklles page on Fitzgerald, Virtual Town. https://buff.ly/31jJc0x #MrHicklles #elfontheshelf For even more hints check out the clues on Facebook – https://facebook.com/VirtualTownShopLocal, Instagram – https://instagram.com/VirtualTown_/, and Twitter – https://twitter.com/Virtual_Town_/.