Truck and Jeep celebration in Fort St. John raises money for Canada’s wetlands

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C.  — Truck and Jeep owners in Fort St. John came together for an annual event to raise money for Canada’s wetlands this weekend. 

Fort City Chrysler’s sixth annual Jeep and Truck Show and Shine took place on June 7th, with owners showcasing their vehicles at the business and attendees heading there to admire them. 

“I’m just really happy to see people come out here and support Ford City Chrysler and their love for Jeeps and trucks,” said Marta Barash, who works in business development and marketing at the dealership. “It’s been an amazing party so far.” 

Proceeds from a 50/50 draw and donations for a barbecue and duck hunt raised funds for Ducks Unlimited Canada, which conserves, restores and manages wetlands and associated habitats for the benefit of North America’s waterfowl.

“They do some great work in the area and have been around for almost 100 years, and we’re just happy to support them,” Barash said. 

It was the second year the business had hosted the duck scavenger hunt as part of the event, and almost all of the 500 ducks hidden around Fort City Chrysler’s lot were found this year, she added. 

There were also prizes available in a competition for owners, with attendees voting for vehicles in categories such as ‘best outdoor rig’ or ‘best work in progress.’

Find out more about Ducks Unlimited Canada here.