The Duck Drop is one of Mackenzie’s longest‑standing and most beloved community fundraisers. Each year, residents gather for family‑friendly activities, a community BBQ, and our signature raffle event, in which a helicopter releases rubber ducks into Morfee Lake and a trained dog retrieves the winning duck. Funds raised support trail maintenance, new recreation initiatives, community health programming, and the ongoing development of outdoor tourism opportunities.

Get your tickets at the Purple Bike, Hagens Home Hardware, The Mackenzie Mall at our table on select days, and at special events around Mackenzie or your favorite MORATA Board Member!

Prizes

First Prize - Westjet Package

$1,000 cash, One roundtrip flight for two guests to any regularly scheduled and marketed WestJet destination!* (*No cash value, fees, taxes, surcharges not included, blackout dates and restrictions apply), and 2 Vancouver Canucks Tickets.

Second Prize - Powder King Package

$1,000 cash, 4 Lift Tickets For Powder King Mountain Resort, $100 Food and Beverage Voucher ( Valid PK Food or Cafe 97 Food), and $70 towards rooms at the Hostel or Azouzetta Lake Lodge.

Third Prize - Prince George Escape Package

$600 cash, $200 fuel gift card, a 13-Game Flex Pass for the Prince George Spruce Kings, $100 gift certificate to Mr. Mikes, $80 gift certificate to the Northern Lights Estate Winery, 18 hole adult pass for Alder Hills Golf Course, 18 hole adult pass for Pine Valley Golf Course, and 1 hour range passe to The Lounge at Alder Hills.

Forth Prize - Explore Mackenzie Package

$200 cash, $150 gift certificate to the Purple Bike and a Purple Bike Gift Package, $140 gift certificate to Mackchu Brewing, 9 holes of golf with cart rental, $25 gift Certificate for the Bear’s Den restaurant, and $50 gift certificate to The Mackenzie & District Museum.

Event: Duck Drop BBQ and Draw
Date: Saturday, July 26
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Second Beach, Morfee Lake

Join the Mackenzie Outdoor Route & Trail Association for an afternoon of family-friendly outdoor activities at Second Beach on Morfee Lake. Bring a picnic, a towel, and your sense of adventure.

Activities

BBQ and refreshments (donation-based)
Live Music courtesy of the Mackenzie Arts Council

What to bring

Sunscreen, hat, water bottle
Comfortable shoes for the walk

Accessibility & safety

Beach access is level; volunteers will assist where needed
First aid on site
Events will proceed rain or shine; severe weather may prompt cancellation

Registration & cost

Free community event; donations appreciated to support trail and lake maintenance
Drop-in welcome; pre-register to help with planning (limited spots for water activities)
Raffle Tickets sold in advance