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Lucky ducks

By Reporter Staff

SCOTT FEIERSTEIN PHOTOS A crowd gathered on Bridge Street to watch the suspenseful duck race.

The Shelter Island Chamber of Commerce presented its annual duck race on Aug. 18 at Volunteer Park on Bridge Street.

The $20 entry fee sponsored a rubber ducky and supports community events. First prize was 10% of proceeds, second prize was 5% of proceeds and third prize was 2.5% of proceeds. 

This happy couple’s duck won the Chamber of Commerce Duck Race. And they are on their honeymoon. Congratulations to the Schragels!

TERRY LUCAS PHOTO
The Schragels got lucky on their honeymoon and their duck won the race.
Tensions ran high as the contestants made their way to the finish line.
Fans gathered along the street to root for their favorite duck.
Fans felt the suspense while gathered in Volunteer Park.

 

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