Amador County - Another successful Sutter Creek Duck Race floated down the town’s namesake last Saturday. The 23rd annual event was the latest installment of a tradition that gathers money for 13 local charities through the sale of little rubber ducks which “race” in heats to the cheers of those in attendance. This year’s race was especially interesting because of the fast water flows brought on by recent late season storms. Volunteers at the event spent many hours in the ice cold water attempting to guide the rubber chicks downstream where the winners are determined once they pass through a unique pipe “finish tube.” Attendees from miles around gathered at Minnie Provis Park to visit many booths hosted by local merchants and featuring food, music and prizes. The winners were announced throughout the day on Saturday and the final results were issued Monday morning. The Final Race Grand Prize of $2,500 went to Suzon Hatley of Plymouth. 2nd Place and $1,500 went to Carla Cunningham of Corralitos. In Third Place with a prize of $1,000 was Graciela Lamora of Jackson. There were three heats leading up to the final race, as well as three specialty races. Other winners included County Supervisor Richard Forster of Ione, who won 3rd place in the Second Heat Race. Perko’s Café won 1st Place in the Merchant Sponsor Race, in which merchants are allowed to decorate the ducks they sponsor. 1st Place in the Duckling Race went to Samantha Frank of Pleasanton. Logan Harper and Ryan Garcia, both of Sutter Creek, tied for 1st Place in the Ugly Duckling Race. This year’s race was organized by the Amador County Recreation Agency. During the event, ACRA Executive Director Tracey Towner-Yep told TSPN that she was happy to see so many happy families out in the sunshine enjoying the festivities. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.-
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Amador County - Another successful Sutter Creek Duck Race floated down the town’s namesake last Saturday. The 23rd annual event was the latest installment of a tradition that gathers money for 13 local charities through the sale of little rubber ducks which “race” in heats to the cheers of those in attendance. This year’s race was especially interesting because of the fast water flows brought on by recent late season storms. Volunteers at the event spent many hours in the ice cold water attempting to guide the rubber chicks downstream where the winners are determined once they pass through a unique pipe “finish tube.” Attendees from miles around gathered at Minnie Provis Park to visit many booths hosted by local merchants and featuring food, music and prizes. The winners were announced throughout the day on Saturday and the final results were issued Monday morning. The Final Race Grand Prize of $2,500 went to Suzon Hatley of Plymouth. 2nd Place and $1,500 went to Carla Cunningham of Corralitos. In Third Place with a prize of $1,000 was Graciela Lamora of Jackson. There were three heats leading up to the final race, as well as three specialty races. Other winners included County Supervisor Richard Forster of Ione, who won 3rd place in the Second Heat Race. Perko’s Café won 1st Place in the Merchant Sponsor Race, in which merchants are allowed to decorate the ducks they sponsor. 1st Place in the Duckling Race went to Samantha Frank of Pleasanton. Logan Harper and Ryan Garcia, both of Sutter Creek, tied for 1st Place in the Ugly Duckling Race. This year’s race was organized by the Amador County Recreation Agency. During the event, ACRA Executive Director Tracey Towner-Yep told TSPN that she was happy to see so many happy families out in the sunshine enjoying the festivities. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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