The Communities In School Duck Derby is an event where hundreds of numbered rubber ducks are launched into the Chickamauga Creek in Ringgold. These rubber ducklings will race toward the finish line for a chance to win $1,000 plus other prizes.
The Duck Derby will be held on Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Clark Park on Robin Road in Ringgold.
Admission is free. Ducks may be purchased now to enter the race by going to the event website. Ducks start at $10. Ducks will also be sold at the event prior to the race.
The Mules will provide live entertainment at 11:30 a.m. and the Duck Parade will start at 12:30 p.m. Craft vendors, food, inflatables and more will also be available.
Communities In Schools is a 501c(3) non-profit organization which delivers the human, financial, and community resources to help children succeed in school and in life. For 19 years, Communities In Schools has been helping students achieve in school, graduate and move on. Executive Director Suzanne Chovanec said, “This is our third year hosting the Duck Derby and the event grows bigger and better every year. The money raised is vital to maintaining our programs and services to Catoosa County’s most vulnerable students."