CAMDEN — “The 2022 Duck Derby went off without a hitch this past Sunday in Camden, although there were plenty of feathers flying throughout the race,” said West Bay Rotary, in a news release.

The annual derby took place Saturday, May 29, 2022. West Bay Rotary provided the following description of the event, along with the ticket numbers for this year’s winners:

Some impressive strategies were in evidence, too, as contestants demonstrated a variety of flocking techniques, some drafting, pirouettes, and, when all else failed, even dunking.

Few made it to the finish without a few bumps and bruises.

Spectators lined Camden Harbor, cheering on their favorites under bright, sunny afternoon skies. All in all, it was another great day for duck-kind!

2022 Duck Derby Winners:

#1 Ticket #209: 7 nights at luxurious Vanderbilt Beach Resort in Naples, Florida ($2,200) plus $1,000 travel voucher

#2 Ticket #2836: 2 nights deluxe fireplace lodging at Lord Camden Inn w/breakfast for 2 ($900)

#3 Ticket #1859: Artisan Glass Bowl by Richard Remson ($600)

#4 Ticket #2767: Pearl necklace by Etienne Perret ($200)

#5 Ticket #1907: Gift certificate to Graffam’s Seafood ($100)

#6 Ticket #1994: Gift certificate to Bleeker & Greer ($100)

Runner Ups (in case the other winners cannot be reached:

Ticket #2793

Ticket #2095

About West Bay Rotary

West Bay Rotary is celebrating its 37th year of manifesting its mission of “service above self” here in the Midcoast. The club undertakes dozens of community projects as well as fundraising (and “fun-raising”) events, including its annual “Duck Derby,” Community Yard Sale & Shredding, Chili Challenge, Toboggan Nationals parking, and more. The door for prospective members is always open. The club meets on Thursday mornings from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., currently both in-person and via Zoom. For more information, go to: www.westbayrotaryofmaine.org.