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Strongsville Rotary to Have Duck Race, Kids Fest
Buy your quacking contenders now to vie for a prize
The Rotary Club of Strongsville will have its first-ever duck race on June 1 as part of a Kids Fest celebration at the Cleveland Metroparks Chalet.
The event will run 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include pony rides, inflatables, food, touch-a-truck and other activities.
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Ducks will launch at 2 p.m. at the Strongsville Wildlife Area. The racers will float down the river, with a winner named at the Chalet.
You can adopt a duck for $10 or a flock of three for $20.
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The top 10 finishers will win prizes, including $2,000 for first, $1,500 for second and $1,000 for third.
Proceeds will benefit Cleveland Metroparks Wintergreen Cabin renovation and other Rotary projects.
To adopt a duck, visit strongsvilleduckrace.com.
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