ANNUAL JULY 4TH BOAT PARADES
Get ready for the big events. At 10:30 sharp watercraft will gather at the channel, Lakes Sallie and Melissa, to celebrate the birth of our nation. Preliminary weather: windy, hot and possible scattered rain – not the best, but good enough for all the watercraft to join in. Clockwise.
In past years, watercraft have occasionally encountered swimmers some distance from docks. We ask that, for the several minutes the parade approaches your property, swimmers clear the water beyond the end of their docks. Safety first!
As usual, judges will be busy reviewing watercraft, dock, and home decorations. Traveling trophies will again be awarded to the “best”, with runner-ups. Help by somehow identifying your watercraft.
We will work diligently to announce the recipients as soon as possible. Occasionally it takes hours, or even days, to track down the winners and publicize the list. You will let you know as soon as we can.
HEADQUARTERS BUSY
MelSal volunteers are busy staffing our office from 10:00 – 1:00 each Saturday and Sunday. Stop by to pay fees, purchase clothing (and lots more), borrow a book, ask questions, or just to say “hello”.
2017 AERIAL BOAT PARADE PHOTOS
Last year’s boat parade participants on both lakes were photographed from a helicopter. A copy of your boat/participants was available at the Annual Meeting, but with lousy weather, many did not attend. So the photos will still be available ($20) for those interested. Great memories for years to come. Call Hans Tronnes by July 15 to set up time to see your photo.
GETTING CLOSER TO ON-LINE DATA BASE
Wanda Roden continues to work diligently on developing our web-based system to collect Contact Information, pay fees, make contributions, and otherwise “modernize” our system. For those who prefer the “old” way to stay current, we offer that option. Stay tuned.
HOME TOUR “GREAT SUCCESS”
“Wow” was the most frequent reaction to the incredible collection of Sallie and Melissa homes on our 2018 tour. It is truly amazing to see the creative designs/decors – some old, some new. Special thanks to those who shared their homes. Truly the most special event of all the MelSal volunteers. Plan to join us in Home Tour 2020!