Duck Derby
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Duck Derby
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When and where is the race, and what does it cost to adopt?
When and where is the race, and what does it cost to adopt?
The Duck Derby takes place on Sunday, June 14 in Lampe Park. The 1st heat, Pond Party starts at Noon followed shortly by heat Duck, Duck, Boom!
2026 adoption packs:
One & Done - Adoption of 1 duck
The Flying "V" - Adoption of 5 ducks
Dirty Dozen - Adoption of 13 ducks
Ducks Fly Together - Adoption of 30 ducks
Quack Attack! - Adoption of 70 ducks
Please see our adoption websites for adoption rates.
What is the difference between the Pond Party heat and the Duck, Duck, BOOM! heat?
What is the difference between the Pond Party heat and the Duck, Duck, BOOM! heat?
The 1st heat will be the Pond Party-- race starts at Noon followed shortly by the Duck, Duck, Boom! heat. Rates for adoption as well as the prizes are different per heat. Adopt from one or both!
Please see our adoption websites for adoption rates.
How do my ducks get in the water?
How do my ducks get in the water?
Let’s tag! In the weeks leading up to the Duck derby, volunteers place numbers on the bottom of every duck.
What is my number?
What is my number?
Numbers are automatically and randomly assigned "The Pond" system. Rest assured, all the ducks you have adopted will be in the water on race day. Be sure to hold on to the "adoption papers" (thank you email) you receive in case your duck(s) take the win on race day!
What are the prizes?
What are the prizes?
Prizes depend on the heat you adopt from:
Heat: Pond Party Heat: Duck, Duck, BOOM!
1st place: Choice of prize TBA OR $150 1st place: Choice of Stevens Model 320 20GA OR $350
2nd place: Choice of prize TBA OR $50 2nd place: Choice of prize TBA OR $175
Lame duck: Choice of prize TBA OR $25 Lame duck: Choice of prize TBA OR $75
Prizes must be claimed within 10 days of the race. After 10 days, the prize will go to support underserved children at our next fundraiser.
How do I care for my adopted duck?
How do I care for my adopted duck?
The best way to care for your newly adopted duck(s) is to cheer them on in person! Ducks race best when they know their adoptive family is in their corner. Join us Sunday, June 14 at Noon in Lampe Park and give your duck(s) the home field advantage they deserve!
What if you have less adopted ducks than tagged ducks?
What if you have less adopted ducks than tagged ducks?
If all our ducks have not been adopted by event day, lucky adopters can still adopt ducks up until one hour prior to the race. These names will be randomly assigned to the remaining available ducks. Anyone can adopt until one hour before the race begins, provided the race is not sold out.
How will I know if my duck(s) won?
How will I know if my duck(s) won?
A Member of Active 20-30 Club of Carson City will contact you using the information provided during adoption. Winners will also be listed on this website and our social media. Hold on to the "adoption papers" (thank you email) you receive in case your duck(s) take the win on race day!
Are they real ducks or rubber ducks?
Are they real ducks or rubber ducks?
Rubber ducks, silly! Adopt yours today.
Who can adopt a duck?
Who can adopt a duck?
Anyone that is 18+ years old.
Once I adopt a duck, do I get to keep it?
Once I adopt a duck, do I get to keep it?
No. After adoption, the ducks go into training to be ready for race day. After the races, all ducks fly off north for training for next year.
Do I need to be present to win?
Do I need to be present to win?
No, you do not need to be present to win, but why miss out on the fun?! You most likely will witness at least one of our Members float like a duck down the creek by accident.
Can I adopt ducks on race day?
Can I adopt ducks on race day?
If we have not reached our duck limit adoption by race day, the remaining ducks will be available for adoption on race day until 1 hour prior to the race.
How do I contact someone with more questions?
How do I contact someone with more questions?
Please reach out to us by emailing connect@active2030carsoncity.org
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