4th Annual Wood Duck Derby Slated for October 7th

Mass Audubon’s Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and the Norfolk Community League (NCL) are gearing up for the 4th annual Wood Duck Derby to take place on Saturday, October 7.
During this fall tradition, wood ducks (aka rubber ducks), adopted by supporters of the fundraiser, will splash into the Stony Brook Pond and race downstream towards the finish line to win great prizes for participants.The first duck to cross the finish line wins the grand prize of $750.
“It is amazing to see so many people come to cheer on their ducks! It really has become an exciting and much anticipated community event for the children and adults who show up every year,” said Melissa Dugas, Committee Chair.
It takes approximately 5 minutes for the ducks to race down the waterway and cross the finish line with the crowd cheering loudly for their ducks.
This annual fundraiser benefits Mass Audubon’s Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and the Norfolk community. In past years, money raised has supported Stony Brook’s youth and adult programs to help continue its educational mission, as well as other community organizations like the Norfolk Police and Fire department, Norfolk schools and the Recreation Department.
“The partnership between Stony Brook and the NCL has been amazing. Both organizations have come together to host a fun family event,” said Jessica Watson, Stony Brook Volunteer Coordinator.
The Wood Duck Derby takes place during the Stony Brook Fall Fair. The fair will feature crafters selling handmade wares, music, children’s games and crafts, animal presentations, trail walks, and of course, the fourth annual duck derby!
The event could not be possible without the support of generous community partners including: L.L. Bean; Bass Pro Shops; Dental Associates of Walpole; Coldwell Banker (Kim Williams and Marissa Muldowney Team); Carpentry by Tom Antonellis; Dover Trucking; Foxboro Federal; Kiessling Transport; and Medfield Animal Hospital.
For more information on the Wood Duck Derby, please visit www.massaudubon.com/woodduckderby.com.