2020 THEME: PURE MICHIGAN
This year’s parade will be Saturday, July 4; We had a record 16 boats in the
2019 Parade so the competition is heating up! Judges around the lake will
communicate their votes into OLA and we will post winners on Facebook. New
in 2020 will be first gathering at the county park 3:30pm. Numbers will be
available at that time also, however, it is far easier for all entrants, if you come
to picnic and register for parade. Look for OLA directing instructions prior to
the start of the event. You must have your Boat# assigned and registered with
OLA to qualify. The parade commences at 4:00 pm sharp so make sure you are
at the county park with plenty of time in advance if you haven’t registered
already. The goal is to be back to County Park between 5:30pm – 6:00pm.
The parade will encompass the entire lake, however, if you have a watercraft
that you do not want to take into the north end – please float and wait for the
parade to come back out of the northern cove and rejoin as they exit. We will
attempt to stay within couple hundred feet of shore at all times so the
spectators and judges can see everyone. If you experience boat problems
please wave others around you; if you’re able to rejoin please feel free to catch
back up.
Prize values will be as follows:
1st Place $200 plus $200 in OLA Merchandise
2nd Place $100 plus $100 in OLA Merchandise
3rd Place $50 plus $50 in OLA Merchandise
In the event weather prohibits having the parade, it will be rescheduled for
Sunday. If you have any questions, call/text Laura Percival @ 517-819-3437
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!