Everyone is talking about Volunteers for Literacy’s (VFL) upcoming Duck Race. It is one of the coveted events of the Moutain Laurel Festival at Pitts Park in Clarkesville, GA. on May 18th.
VFL is hosting its 2nd Annual Family Fun Fest to add to the excitement. Last year, Bob Brooksher, a volunteer for VFL, coordinated a time to bring families into the park to have a great time leading up to the Duck Race. “For the past three years, I have been on ‘duck patrol’ with my kayak. We wanted to do something to get children off their screens and share fun and excitement as a family,” Brooksher said. “With the help of many volunteers and businesses, we created the Family Fun Fest. It was a success.”
This year, VFL has added new attractions for the event that is held at Pitts Park from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. The Duck Race begins at 2 p.m. in the park.
Brooksher said this year, VFL is adding a Petting Zoo. Children will have the opportunity to experience animals as well as ride a pony.
There will be a knife and axe-throwing demonstration with age-appropriate participation opportunities for older children and adults. Forest Hilyer is an expert and outdoorsman who will be leading the fun at this event in a safe environment.
This year, there will be a photo booth for the family to get a fun family picture. Children can express their creativity in a paint-by-numbers photo booth that Brooksher is building.
A favorite from last year was the giant parachute. Children enjoyed creating a dome, running under it, and seeing what could be done.
Children will have the chance to paint a birdhouse in the nature crafts area. There will be a Bounce House, facing painting, games galore, temporary tattoos and so much more.
Brooksher recommends all wear comfortable clothes, and bring sunscreen and bug spray. There will be some chairs, but you may want to bring your own. Most of the Family Fun Fest activities will continue during the Duck Race and during the wait time for the calling of the much-anticipated winners of the race.
Plan on being at Pitts Park on May 18th from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. for Family Fun Fest and then to watch the Duck Race at 2 p.m. If you have any questions, visit Volunteers for Literacy for more information or call 706-949-3157.
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