Prince George residents came to show their support for the second annual ‘Duck Drop ‘ held today (Sunday).
Over 300 of a possible 800 ducks were sold as a fundraiser for pediatric care, held by PG’s Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation.
Dropping now! @mypgnow @Country97FM @TheGOATRocks pic.twitter.com/p5f2OCcoRb
— Catherine Garrett (@cath_garrett) February 9, 2020
Despite this year’s total number not quite stacking up to last years 400, Spirit of the North Healthcare is still happy with the turnout.
“It’s always such a fun day, it really, really is. I think it’s just something that the community can embrace,” said Judy Neiser, the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation CEO.
“What’s more fun than watching ducks flying out of a helicopter then hitting the target?” she laughed.
The ducks were being sold at several locations across Prince George, for $ 50 dollars apiece.
“It’s supporting the smallest patients in the north!” said Neiser.
After the ducks made their descent,  Prince George’s Jeannie Tasa took home the first prize of $2,000 with duck number 117, and Carla Tinney with number 229 won the second prize of $ 500.
Kenny is 5, starting Kindergarten this year and is dropping two ducks with his grandparents! @mypgnow @TheGOATRocks @Country97FM #duckdrop pic.twitter.com/5d9TGvKPOs
— Catherine Garrett (@cath_garrett) February 9, 2020
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