The Truckee Duckee Derbee returns to the River Ranch Lodge at Alpine Meadows on June 24. The rubber duck races, which were cancelled last year because of high water conditions on the Truckee River, benefit the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe. The afternoon’s festivities also include live music provided by the After Eights on the outdoor patio, a barbecue, drink specials, a raffle, the hilarious Dogz in Dudz K-9 costume contest and, in true derby tradition, the Cool Catz in Hatz contest open to all human attendees.
The pre-race party and registration starts at 1 p.m.; Dogz in Dudz and Cool Catz in Hatz at 2 p.m. Cost to sponsor a duck is $10 and the top three ducks win cash.
Ducks may be purchased online and Derbee winners need not be present to collect cash prizes. To buy a duck or for more information, visit hstt.org or call (530) 581-0181.
