2006 Lighted Boat Parade

Saturday, December 1st, the Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce hosted their 20th Annual Lighted Boat Parade under skies that mercifully cleared long enough for the parade to complete the route between Port Isabel and South Padre Island. Spectators were treated to 17 vessels decked out in a variety of holiday themes. Judges at the White Sands location had the challenging task of choosing the top three in each category which were announced at Sunday’s awards ceremony. Winners received cash prizes and prize packages. The Lighted Boat Parade Committee and the Port Isabel  Chamber of Commerce were very pleased with this year’s great turnout and the quality of decorations adorning boats in the commercial, power and sail categories.   A beautiful display and a great way to celebrate the Christmas season in a warm climate. Who needs snow?

2006 LIGHTED BOAT PARADE WINNERS!

1. Commercial Boat	1st Place - American Diving/Double Sunshine 2nd Place - Rick Ekstrom/Towboat US 3rd Place - John Ferrone/Southern Wave
2. Large Power Boats 23 feet and over	1st Place - Gary Meschi/Sol Mate 2nd Place - Jason White/Four Play 3rd Place - Jack & Barbara Rodina/Sea Shack
3. Medium Power Boats 18 - 22 feet	1st Place - Terry Hansen 2nd Place - Lorne Jonsson/Transom Note
4. Small Power Boats 17 feet and under	1st Place - John Olvera/Play’n Hookie
5. Large Sailboats 26 feet and over	1st Place - Rocky Poovey/Night Magic 2nd Place - Large Sail-Jim White/Olivia

JUDGING:
Vessels were judged based upon the following criteria:
1. First impression
2. Theme
3. Special Effects
4. A 10 point bonus was awarded to entries completing the route to Louie's Backyard on South Padre Island.