Bobbing along from Shadow Lake, Ont. to Balsam Lake, 1,400 yellow rubber ducks meandered to the finish line recently. Crowds followed along from the shore, cheering on their racers in the derby. This is the 12th year in a row that Sutton Group – Kawartha Lakes Realty has accommodated the United Way and Coboconk Lions Club for the event. The real estate brokerage set up a new food preparation trailer in the parking lot and used the office for ticket sales and prizes.

Broker Grace Cork is an enthusiastic supporter of this annual event: “I was more than happy to let the United Way and Lions Club use our parking lot and office again this year. The Duck Derby brings many visitors into town and raises money for very worthy causes. On a summer’s day, it’s a great reason for people to get together, enjoy a hamburger and listen to music in the streets.”

Earlier this summer, Cork donated $500 on behalf of Sutton Group – Kawartha Lakes Realty to help the Lions Club purchase their new food preparation trailer. “It’s much more convenient for them to use it instead of bringing in barbecues and carloads of supplies.”