Duck Race Raises Funds for SRYA Scoreboard

South River Youth Athletics (SRYA) is combing water slides, lazy rivers and rubber duck racing to raise funds for a new scoreboard.

SYRA is partnering with the Chesapeake Beach Water Park in Calvert County to raise money for a new scoreboard at Edgewater Park.

Fundraising coordinator Melissa Stevens said they are hoping to raise $10,000 to cover the cost of the new scoreboard. On August 9, SRYA supporters can head to the Chesapeake Beach Water Park from 5 to 8 p.m. for a swimming and duck race party.

From 5 to 7 p.m. supporters can enjoy the water park's water slides and lazy river. Then, beginning at 7 p.m., a duck race will take place in the lazy river. The numbered ducks will be placed in the river and the first duck to cross the finish line will win $200. Stevens said you do not need to be present to win the race.

Those wishing to attend can purchase admission to the park and one duck for $15—more ducks can be purchased for an additional cost.

For more information on pricing see the attached PDF. SRYA is looking for sponsors for the fundraising event, anyone interested can email fundraising@srya.org. To register for the duck race, click here.