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4th of july Patriotic boat parade |
| WE NEED YOU... ... to join in the fun & participate in the FPYC's annual 4th of July Patriotic Boat Parade!! The parade is open to all and boats large & small are welcome! Decorate your boat in patriotic red, white and blue then meet-up in the Fort Pierce Turning Basin @ 11:45 a.m. Boaters will line up for the parade behind the FPYC lead boat. The parade starts at 12:00 noon. Boats will use Channel 72 to communicate. |
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PARADE ROUTEBoaters will meet at 11:45 a.m in the Fort Pierce Turning Basin. Boats will line up behind the FPYC lead boat. The parade will start at 12:00 noon. Boaters will communicate using Channel 72 while on the water. ​The parade will head East through the Inlet turning at The Square Grouper, then back West through the Inlet, turning South to the ICW under th bridge to marker 188, then East into the channel going behind Harbor Isle. Boats will finish and can turn around behind Harbor Isle. We ask that all participants complete the entire parade route.
| DECORATING IDEASFlags Decking out your boat for the 4th of July Parade doesn't have to mean spending lots of $$$$. You can decorate your boat using flags & streamers. Add a few hand-made signs or store bought banners to complete the look! While you're planning, don't forget to dress up your crew! Have a Theme! Have a themed boat! Remember to decorate both sides of the boat. You won't need lights, as this parade is in the daytime. ADD some music to your boat, have people dance on the deck. If you do a themed boat, have people dress up in costume (but remember it may be hot on the 4th, so dress accordingly). Sailboats Look Awesome! If you have a sailboat, run your decorations up the masts, hang banners on both sides of the boat. You could even add a Statue of Liberty to the front of the boat! ​While decorating, plan to have friends help (call it a "Boat Decorating Party"--people like parties). | SAFE BOATING
We encourage you to click on the above link to bring you to the US Coast Guard page where you will find important boating safety information including the following topics: Fire Extinguishers Requirements for the Recreational Boater – FAQ Engine Cut-Off Switches – New Law goes into Effect on 1 April 2021 Accident Reporting Boater Education Vessel Safety Check Life Jacket Wear/Wearing your Life Jacket Going Paddling Know your limits! File a Float Plan Carbon Monoxide Boating Under the Influence Shallow Water Boat Performance - FAQ |
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Still Have Questions?Check out the FAQ below or email our VC Fleet at VCFleetFPYC@gmail.com |
Frequently Asked Questions Is there a cost/fee to enter the boat parade? No. The FPYC annual boat parade is a community-wide celebration event, where boaters of all sizes come together to celebrate Independence Day. So, decorate your boat and be in the turning basin at 11:45 a.m. Parade starts at 12:00 noon! Do I have to be a member of the Fort Pierce Yacht Club? No! Every boater, large and small, is welcome to participate! Where can I watch the parade? The parade will pass by many great restaurants along its path along the inlet (On The Edge Grill, Manatee Island Bar & Grill, Chuck's Seafood, Square Grouper). The best place for a family to watch would be at Museum Point. What time do the fireworks start? The "Stars over St. Lucie" celebration is hosted by the City of Fort Pierce, and the celebration starts at 6:00 p.m. at the City Marina Square (Riverwalk). There will be a DJ, live music, dancing, historic demonstrations and plenty of vendors for all to enjoy! Fireworks start at 9:00 p.m. |