First place pontoon: Covered with holiday lights, John Grobe’s glittering boat took first prize in the pontoon category at this year’s Holiday Lighted Boat Parade, held in early December.
Nineteen boats participated in the annual event that benefits The Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Homes. The parade marshaled at Port Royale before moving past Pelican Pete’s, across the lake for the judge’s viewing at Aqualand. The route continued past University Yacht Club before passing by Lazy Days and Holiday marinas.
The after-event awards ceremony was held at Pelican Pete’s. “This year’s parade had beautiful weather, and all the boats were wonderfully decorated,” said Richard Pickering, parade organizer.
“Each year the parade grows a bit larger and we encourage all boaters to think about entering next year. It’s for a great cause.”
Photo: by Alease Perry
