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Toad Races at Arkies Resort - Magnetic Island

Arcadia Bay Australia

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Magnetic Bay Toad Races at Arkies Resort In the late 1980s, Vern Jack started up something which has become a cult hit in Kangaroo Island: Toad Races.
 
Every Wednesday night at 8 PM, the races take place at Arkie’s Resort in Arcadia.
 
They really do a good job of turning it into a ceremony and a lot of people show up for the event.
 
First, all of the toads are introduced by name and they get a colored ribbon tied around their necks.
 
Then, the toads are auctioned off to the highest bidder. Whoever’s toad wins the race gets a part of the money collected.
 
It is really an intense bidding! I have never been to an auction, but these guys all seemed like pro gamblers with an eye for “fast toads".
 
You don’t have to feel bad about the gambling though because the money goes to charity.
 
So far, over $150,000 has been donated to the local surf club and kindergarten.
 
The races are fabulous and great fun for kids. You get caught up in the race and start shouting along with everyone else.

Phone: (07) 4778 5177
7 Marine Pde Arcadia Bay

4819 Australia
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