Thanks to the generosity of one of our cedar lake association members (anonymous donation of $25,000) we had a private fireworks display put on by a professional fireworks outfit right in our backyard last Sunday. Starting at 1pm Sunday afternoon, the fireworks barge began loading the display in the middle of the lake. At first glance, the barge looked pretty small, and we were skeptical that the show wouldn’t be all that impressive. We were supposed to have a second barge courtesy of the display outfit, but unfortunately the original permit that was pulled did not have it listed so the fire marshall would not allow it on the lake.
The lake was super crowded with skiiers, tubers, and pontoon boats all day, but the fact that all boats needed to stay 400-500 ft from the barge at all times made the lake even crazier. It literally looked like a chaotic ocean when you were on the water. Luckily there were no injuries or accidents.
Around 830pm people started lighting off their own fireworks around the lake, and by 915pm the barge started sending up its display. Once it started there was no doubt that it was going to be a good show. At least 3 times during the dispay I overheard “this must be the finale…” but it just kept on going. Another popular comment was “they sure fit alot on that boat.” The show lasted about 35 minutes, and was a huge hit with our 30-40 guests we had over for the party.
We are looking forward to next year, since I was told by a board member that the next 2 years have already been paid for and that the fireworks company is going to make up for the not having the second barge on the permit next year.
There was only one drawback to the fireworks display… The fishing has really slowed down over the last couple days, and will likely get worse really soon since they are treating the weeds next week.
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July 9th, 2008 at 9:07 pm
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