Interview: Bill Waite talks 30th annual Adrion-Duck Race aimed for Sunday, April 28

Published on March 26, 2024

Adironduck Race 2023

CROGHAN- 2024 marks the 30th year for the traditional Adiron-Duck Race.

On Sunday, April 28, thousands and thousands of rubber ducks will migrate down the gentle waters of the Oswegatchie River, all to raise funds for Oswegatchie Educational Center, including their Summer Camp Program and other operations.

"It's used to underwrite the costs of summer camp for a thousand kids," said Adiron-Duck Race spokesperson, Bill Waite.

"It helps us buy new kayaks and canoes and all the things you need to operate a summer camp." Listen to our latest on-air coverage with Mr. Waite from Tuesday, March 26, 2024:

Here's the scheduled lineup of events for the 30th annual Adiron-Duck Race:

8 - 12 Noon Pancakes & Penny Social
9:30 A.M. Ecumenical Church Service
10 A.M. AdironDUCK 6K Trail Run, Ride, or Walk
10 A.M. Troy Wunderle One Man Circus Show #1
11 A.M. Josh Mitcham, Musician
11:30 A.M. Troy Wunderle One Man Circus Show #2
1 P.M. Dumping of The Ducks
2 P.M. Winner Announcements

Rubber ducks can be purchased for $10. You can purchase them online.

Oswegatchie Educational Center is located at 9340 Long Pond Rd, Croghan, NY 13327.

Adiron-Duck Race image.