2026 Annual Duck Race: A Benefit for Wildlife and Wild Areas

Ready, Set, Quack! Race a Rubber Duck to Win The rubber ducks are back — and they’re racing for a cause! About the Duck Race Purchase a rubber duck for your chance to win $500! Then, join the Friends of the Forest Preserve District to watch the ducks race along the newly restored Salt Creek at Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve. Every duck purchased helps to protect native wildlife and restore natural habitats throughout DuPage forest preserves. Your support helps to ensure these precious places — and the creatures that call them home — continue to thrive.
 

Prizes 1st • $500 Cash Prize
2nd • Blanding's Turtle Plush, Adoption Certificate, and Naming Opportunity ($100 Value)
3rd • Forest Preserve District Swag ($50 Value)

Race Day
9:30 a.m. • Meet to watch the race from the flat bridge at Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve
9:45 a.m. • Rubber ducks released up creek (northeast of education center) and race to flat bridge (south)

Interested in making a bigger splash? Businesses can sponsor an event and demonstrate commitments to conservation and community. For more information, contact Partnership & Philanthropy at 630-871-6400.

Special Thanks to Our Duck Race Sponsors! Hey and Associates, Inc. Parkway Bank & Trust Co.