Boat Parade Havasu

[Riveratz]

For the night of the parade are there usually a lot of people on the shore with boats? Should you launch early or? Been many years since I have been there for that. I have heard that last year was not that good but my son will get a kick out of it.

[riverroyal]

it was blowing hard,only 12 boats I think.Plus it was freezin

[Havasu_Dreamin]

If the weather holds, it's great. Last year was real cold and real windy which was no fun at all. I personally think it is better to just sit on shore without the boat. Take down a portable firepit some grub and you are good to go. I heard they have something like 60 boats signed up this year.....

[HavasuSelect]

I heard they have something like 60 boats signed up this year.....
Wow, that's quite a few boats. I was considering putting the boat in but I think I'll take your advice and just sit on shore.

[GHT]

I heard this year there are going to be more Rhinos than boats.... :rolleyes:

[Phat Matt]

I heard this year there are going to be more Rhinos than boats.... :rolleyes:
And one Artic Cat. :)

[Kilrtoy]

And one Artic Cat. :)
Why GHT is not going, I know BIGDOUG is :boxed:

[RiverRatMike]

should be nice and cold for the parade. Thurs and Friday the lows are in the low 30's here in Havi. But I'm still going to go watch it.

[voodoomedman]

Hoping it works out and we can go. Will just drive down to the channel. I still don't understand the channel mentality with boats. Go through all the trouble of launching and stuff just park the boat in the channel. If I need music in the channel I can take a boom box, I can also take a cooler and a couple of chairs for a lot less trouble and expense than pulling out the boat, launching, retrieving and then doing all the cleaning. If I put the boat in the water it is to actually go boating.

[a catered life]

Hoping it works out and we can go. Will just drive down to the channel. I still don't understand the channel mentality with boats. Go through all the trouble of launching and stuff just park the boat in the channel. If I need music in the channel I can take a boom box, I can also take a cooler and a couple of chairs for a lot less trouble and expense than pulling out the boat, launching, retrieving and then doing all the cleaning. If I put the boat in the water it is to actually go boating.
agreed 100%

[Throttle]

I will be there friday nite but no on saturday nite... golf cart and heater!
if there are any boats with lights, it will be better than last year! too windy last year and it was the coldest day of the year.

[raff]

agreed 100%
Looks like it will be to cold and windy for the boat this weekend :mad:
Hey we need to talk about this weekend give me a call after work today.

[Phat Matt]

What I don't understand is driving to Havasu and not launching the boat. :rollside:

[Phat Matt]

# Friday: Sunshine. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the mid 40s.
# Saturday: Abundant sunshine. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 40s.
# Sunday: Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 40s.

[voodoomedman]

What I don't understand is driving to Havasu and not launching the boat. :rollside:
I'll give you that but if it goes in the water I have to a do a Parker Damn run at the minimum. I like to do stuff in my boat I can't do with the car or by walking.

[little rowe boat]

What time does the boat parade start???

[Mrs.Racer277]

What time does the boat parade start???
I think I read 6 pm

[Havasu Luvr]

ANy one up for a Topock run? My crew and a few other boats are heading up river for lunch and drinks. Than it back down for the parade.

[phebus]

I will be there friday nite but no on saturday nite... golf cart and heater!
if there are any boats with lights, it will be better than last year! too windy last year and it was the coldest day of the year.
Cameron, the parade is Saturday night only this year. They are having a dress rehearsal on Friday night, but it isn't mandatory, and I'm not sure how many boats will be there.

[UnionJack]

What I don't understand is driving to Havasu and not launching the boat. :rollside:
totally agree

[raff]

# Friday: Sunshine. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the mid 40s.
# Saturday: Abundant sunshine. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 40s.
# Sunday: Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 40s.
:) :rolleyes:
Friday
Dec 01 Clear
Hi: 63° Lo: 36°
Sunny skies. High 63F and low 36F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph.
0%
Saturday
Dec 02 Clear
Hi: 66° Lo: 40°
Sunny skies. High 66F and low 40F. Winds N at 15 to 20 mph.
0%
Sunday
Dec 03 Clear
Hi: 64° Lo: 41°
Sunny skies. High 64F and low 41F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.

[shadow]

It is windy and cold right now.Blowing like a MOFO i'd guess 30-40 mph winds.
Lake looks like the series deadliest catch.Hope it clears out by the weekend.

[Redneck]

ANy one up for a Topock run? My crew and a few other boats are heading up river for lunch and drinks. Than it back down for the parade.
call me

[Mrs.Racer277]

:) :rolleyes:
Friday
Dec 01 Clear
Hi: 63° Lo: 36°
Sunny skies. High 63F and low 36F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph.
0%
Saturday
Dec 02 Clear
Hi: 66° Lo: 40°
Sunny skies. High 66F and low 40F. Winds N at 15 to 20 mph.
0%
Sunday
Dec 03 Clear
Hi: 64° Lo: 41°
Sunny skies. High 64F and low 41F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.
Wind for Saturday. :yuk:
See ya soon :)

[Phat Matt]

ANy one up for a Topock run? My crew and a few other boats are heading up river for lunch and drinks. Than it back down for the parade.
When are you heading up? I'll check with my crew and let you know.

[Robert1050]

And one Artic Cat. :)
And One Th!nk.
I've never driven down to the channel before with the Kart - can you go through the park & just drive down to the water's edge (like the cops do in the summer)?
Robert

[UnionJack]

liquid lunch

[Phat Matt]

And One Th!nk.
I've never driven down to the channel before with the Kart - can you go through the park & just drive down to the water's edge (like the cops do in the summer)?
Robert
People just drive down. I think you just need to keep the sidewalk clear.

[Havasu1986]

And One Th!nk.
I've never driven down to the channel before with the Kart - can you go through the park & just drive down to the water's edge (like the cops do in the summer)?
Robert
Theres a dirt road in the Javelina Cantina parking lot that gets you down by the water.

[Havasu Luvr]

When are you heading up? I'll check with my crew and let you know.
11 or noon, you tagging along?
Kenny, calling now, answer your phone

[CornWater]

It is windy and cold right now.Blowing like a MOFO i'd guess 30-40 mph winds.
Lake looks like the series deadliest catch.Hope it clears out by the weekend.
Suck it up....
:cry:

[Phat Matt]

11 or noon, you tagging along?
Kenny, calling now, answer your phone
I just might. I have to talk to everyone coming with me first though...and Jen. :D

[UnionJack]

what time you thinking of launching?

[Phat Matt]

OK. Sounds like we are in for a run up to Topock. :)

[BOBALOO]

IM OUT!!!!! :cry: :cry: :cry: :mad:
I've got TOO MUCH to do at home before the drywall contractor starts Monday.
Have a safe and fun weekend everybody.

[pixilatedpussy]

I will be there friday nite but no on saturday nite... golf cart and heater!
if there are any boats with lights, it will be better than last year! too windy last year and it was the coldest day of the year.
Sat not Fri here! Then I hear there is gonna be one hell of a PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :crossx:

[Throttle]

Sat not Fri here! Then I hear there is gonna be one hell of a PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :crossx:
just up the street from me too! and I gotta fly back to the oc sat nite for a day... have some jack for me!

[pixilatedpussy]

just up the street from me too! and I gotta fly back to the oc sat nite for a day... have some jack for me!
Why are we always so screwed up on our dates???? :mad: I will have a jack for you....but I prefer Rumplemintz on a cold Havi night! :rollside:
You comming to Chueys next Friday? I was kinda hoping you could help me with these toys??? Then again...I love men in uniform....I might just have to drive myself & a couple of the ISL ladies to your station to drop them off! :crossx: :rollside:

[Throttle]

Why are we always so screwed up on our dates???? :mad: I will have a jack for you....but I prefer Rumplemintz on a cold Havi night! :rollside:
You comming to Chueys next Friday? I was kinda hoping you could help me with these toys??? Then again...I love men in uniform....I might just have to drive myself & a couple of the ISL ladies to your station to drop them off! :crossx: :rollside:
yeah, you and those boys really know how to fill the calendar... I am going to home in havi with my kids and will miss melissa's event... I am bummed! I just can not keep up with all the things going on... Its funny that you say you love a man in uniform cuz you always ask me to take it off! (hehee). I will save myself the embarassment! You are always welcome to come by the fire station with or without toys, bring the boyz.... but don't forget the ladies too! :rollside:

[bignet]

I hear Tom Brown will kicking off the festivities by streaking across London Bridge....anyone else get that email? :rolleyes:
:crossx:
bignet

[Throttle]

I hear Tom Brown will kicking off the festivities by streaking across London Bridge....anyone else get that email? :rolleyes:
:crossx:
bignet
lets just hope he does not jump :cry:

[shadow]

Record number of boats registered this year 62 enteries.

[catman-do]

OK. Sounds like we are in for a run up to Topock. :)
I might be game for a topok run as well.

[Riveratz]

If you do launch your boat for the parade which is better? Windsor or Havasu marina?

[phebus]

It's going to be cold, so I would pick the Marina.

[catman-do]

We should be out on the water bright and early. I just saw that it was supposed to have 35mph gusts though.

[Phat Matt]

It's going to be cold, so I would pick the Marina.
Saturday
Sunny...breezy. Highs around 70. North wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 35 mph.
Should be a fun day on the water. Bring on the white caps. :D

[CornWater]

Is the water level still up?? High enough for a run up to Topoc? And what time is everyone leaving???

[Phat Matt]

Is the water level still up?? High enough for a run up to Topoc? And what time is everyone leaving???
Lower Colorado River Operations Schedule
Releases from Davis and Parker dams will vary from about 2,000 cubic feet
per second (cfs) to 22,000 cfs during a 24-hour period. River levels will
vary during the 24-hour periods with the higher levels coinciding with
periods of peak hydroelectric power generation. Levels below the dams are
usually highest during the afternoon and early evening. Average daily
releases may vary in response to changing conditions.
Average daily releases and midnight lake elevations for the week, as well
as anticipated averages for the following 2 weeks, are scheduled as follows:
Parker Davis Hoover Glen Cyn
Dam Lake Dam Lake Dam Lake Dam
Average Havasu Average Mohave Average Mead Average
Release Elev. Release Elev. Release Elev. Release
Date (cfs) (ft) (cfs) (ft) (cfs) (ft) (cfs)
---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- -----
Nov 27 6500 447.6 8500 634.5 8600 1126.8 10100
Nov 28 5500 447.5 8500 634.5 8600 1126.9 10100
Nov 29 6500 447.5 8500 634.5 8600 1126.9 10100
Nov 30 5000 447.5 8500 634.4 8600 1126.9 10100
Dec 1 7800 447.3 8000 634.6 11200 1126.9 13000
Dec 2 7800 447.0 7000 634.8 9500 1126.9 13000
Dec 3 7000 446.7 7000 634.9 9500 1126.9 13000
Average 6600 8000 9200 11300
Dec 4 to
Dec 10 5800 446.4 8700 635.7 10500 1126.9 13000
Dec 11 to
Dec 17 5600 446.2 7900 636.8 10500 1126.8 13000
Current Lake Powell storage is 12,446 thousand acre-feet (KAF) (51 percent
of capacity). Lake Mead storage is 14,018 KAF (54 percent of capacity).
Total system storage is 34,210 KAF (58 percent of capacity). Lake Powell
elevation is 3607.15 feet.
Yesterday, the average Colorado River flows were 866 cfs near the Yuma
Fourth Avenue Bridge and 1,827 cfs at the Northerly International Boundary.
The average release from Painted Rock Dam was 1 cfs and Alamo Dam was 25 cfs.
The Morelos Dam diversions for the week of 27-Nov-2006 are expected to be
1,967 cfs.
ALL RIVER USERS should remember that fluctuating river flows may conceal or
create natural hazards such as moving sandbars, gravel bars, unstable
riverbanks, floating or submerged debris, or other unfamiliar obstacles.
Caution should be exercised while using the river between Davis Dam and the
Mexican Border at San Luis, Arizona.

[Havasu Luvr]

Should be a fun day on the water. Bring on the white caps. :D
This usually weeds out cerain peeps. Just follow Matt through the upper basin. "E" Tickets are known to dredge a channel just from the vortex of that haul design..... :) All water levels are normal and should NOT pose any problems for peeps who run this part of the river....

[trailerpark_tj]

What time is everyone headed up? We'll probably head up that way too...unless they serve Jager shots there :crossx: :crossx: :crossx: !

[Phat Matt]

What time is everyone headed up? We'll probably head up that way too...unless they serve Jager shots there :crossx: :crossx: :crossx: !
I plan on launching between 10 and 11 at Windsor and then head up.

[voodoomedman]

At 10 or 11 I plan on drinking in the comfort of my own garage while waxing the boat. :D
So who's gonna save a spot at the front of the Santa line for me? I hope it's not too busy to see him on Saturday night.

[cc322]

At 10 or 11 I plan on drinking in the comfort of my own garage while waxing the boat. :D
So who's gonna save a spot at the front of the Santa line for me? I hope it's not too busy to see him on Saturday night.
Me too, hope it's to windy where I can wax the baot outside at the condo.

[voodoomedman]

Me too, hope it's to windy where I can wax the baot outside at the condo.
If it's windy then when I'm done waxing my boat I can push her back in her place and then you can get most of yours in my garage and wax it block the rest with the trucks and your good to go.

[GHT]

It is going to be COOOOOOOLLLLLDDDDDD this year...

[voodoomedman]

It is going to be COOOOOOOLLLLLDDDDDD this year...
Not if your drinking whiskey

[SHAKE-YO-AZZ]

ANy one up for a Topock run? My crew and a few other boats are heading up river for lunch and drinks. Than it back down for the parade.
mmmmmm maybe

[SHAKE-YO-AZZ]

This usually weeds out cerain peeps. Just follow Matt through the upper basin. "E" Tickets are known to dredge a channel just from the vortex of that haul design..... :) All water levels are normal and should NOT pose any problems for peeps who run this part of the river....
sounds like fun :crossx:

[Phat Matt]

It is going to be COOOOOOOLLLLLDDDDDD this year...
It was cold last year. Just bundle up!

[cc322]

If it's windy then when I'm done waxing my boat I can push her back in her place and then you can get most of yours in my garage and wax it block the rest with the trucks and your good to go.
I like the way you think.....sounds like a good night for some Chivas Regal....yummmmy :)

[voodoomedman]

I like the way you think.....sounds like a good night for some Chivas Regal....yummmmy :)
I think you quoted the wrong post.
You drink your scotch and when your ready for some Tennessee Whiskey or some Bourbon come talk to me.
:rollside: :rollside: :rollside:

[cc322]

It is going to be COOOOOOOLLLLLDDDDDD this year...
Ok here we go....sounds like a good night for some Chivas...

[cc322]

I think you quoted the wrong post.
You drink your scotch and when your ready for some Tennessee Whiskey or some Bourbon come talk to me.
:rollside: :rollside: :rollside:
Well since you offered the hell with the scotch, Im going straight to your house. :)

[voodoomedman]

Well since you offered the hell with the scotch, Im going straight to your house. :)
Well in that case. I've got a bottle of 25 year old Guatemalan rum. I'm red blooded American but this stuff makes me proud of my Guatemalan heritage.

[raff]

It is going to be COOOOOOOLLLLLDDDDDD this year...
Just like last year..
Today: Sunny. High 69F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight: Clear with gusty winds developing late. Low 43F. NNW winds at 5 to 10 mph, increasing to 15 to 25 mph.
Tomorrow: Sunny with gusty winds. High near 70F. Winds N at 15 to 25 mph.
Tomorrow night: Windy with clear skies. Low 43F. Winds NNW at 15 to 25 mph.
Sunday: Sunshine. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 40s.
see you all there..
Mark out

[Mrs.Racer277]

It was cold here last night when I rolled in. Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr 38 is cold for Havi.
Beautiful today so far no wind and the sun is shining. :) :idea:

[Windy]

It was cold here last night when I rolled in. Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr 38 is cold for Havi.
Beautiful today so far no wind and the sun is shining. :) :idea:
We'll see you soon Bday girl. :)

[Mrs.Racer277]

We'll see you soon Bday girl. :)
YIPPY YIPPY YIPPY :p :p :p
I can not wait. How is the knee???

[Mrs. Bordsmnj]

We will be there too!!! Along with Riverbound and Badblown.
See you all tomorrow!! :rollside:

[Mrs 2LKHVSU]

We've packed our truck to the tippy tippy top with sweaters, jackets, blankets & beverages! to keep us warm.

[a catered life]

pulling out of palmdale right now...

[Mrs.Racer277]

pulling out of palmdale right now...
Have a safe trip and see you soon. :)

[trailerpark_tj]

We will be there too!!! Along with Riverbound and Badblown.
See you all tomorrow!! :rollside:
You guys be careful, you've never seen life past the Parker Dam and you may be alarmed by the wildlife :p .
Hopefully we'll hook up with you guys tomorrow.
TJ

[SHAKE-YO-AZZ]

Have a safe trip and see you soon. :)
no see you soon

[Mrs. Bordsmnj]

You guys be careful, you've never seen life past the Parker Dam and you may be alarmed by the wildlife :p .
Hopefully we'll hook up with you guys tomorrow.
TJ
LOL!!! Will you meet us at the dam and be our safari guide?? :p
We will hook up for sure!!!
:rollside:

[Mrs.Racer277]

You guys be careful, you've never seen life past the Parker Dam and you may be alarmed by the wildlife :p .
Hopefully we'll hook up with you guys tomorrow.
TJ
Now that is funny :) Don't scare them away TJ :p

[Mrs.Racer277]

no see you soon
:) :) :)
Drive Safe

[catman-do]

We are leaving bright and early in teh morning. Should be on the water by 10!

[RiverRatMike]

I hope the wind doesn't get too bad. Here is what was issued for today and this evening.
Lake Wind Advisory remains in effect from 10 am PST /11 am
MST/ this morning to 7 PM PST /8 PM MST/ this evening...
A lake Wind Advisory remains in effect from 10 am PST /11 am MST/
this morning to 7 PM PST /8 PM MST/ this evening.
A weather disturbance diving south across Utah today will bring a
reinforcing shot of cool air and an increase in northerly winds.
North winds will increase over the lakes during the morning
hours...peaking at 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph from mid
morning through early evening. The winds will begin to diminish
after sunset.
A lake Wind Advisory means that winds in excess of 25 mph will
create hazardous boating conditions on area lakes. The strong
winds will create choppy waters and generate large waves which
could capsize or swamp small craft.
Boaters should exercise caution if venturing out onto area lakes
during the advisory period...or consider postponing their
activities until after the winds subside. Avoid the open water
and stay close to shore or in protected coves and inlets.

[shueman]

WOW....could be a COLD one out there 2-nite.... :220v:
The Refuge golfers are going to have some fun shots as well... :)

[Mrs.Racer277]

Blowing here this morning in the north end of town. :yuk:

[RVRGIRL]

Haven't gotton any wind on the South Side of town. Cold but sunny out.
Keeping fingers crossed for a really nice day and evening...... :p

[Mrs.Racer277]

Haven't gotton any wind on the South Side of town. Cold but sunny out.
Keeping fingers crossed for a really nice day and evening...... :p
Lucky you. It is really blowing here.
Fingers crossed. :p

[RVRGIRL]

Lucky you. It is really blowing here.
Fingers crossed. :p
I REALLY hate the wind.... :yuk: :cry: :rolleyes: :crossx: :mad:

[Mrs.Racer277]

I REALLY hate the wind.... :yuk: :cry: :rolleyes: :crossx: :mad:
You and me both. Sucks

[vmjtc3]

Just looked out at the water, look's a little choppy not to bad. Wind seems kina light down by windsor were we are. Hopefully it wont be bad :220v:

[ClownRoyal]

Just down at the Channel. Not bad at all. Already boats and people staking out there spots.

[vmjtc3]

windy as a mofo and still cold :mad:

[Throttle]

Missed all of you last night for the parade... it was pretty quiet down there! All the boats looked great! It is windy today though so who knows what you will be up against... have fun and be safe!

[ClownRoyal]

Just down at the Channel. Not bad at all. Already boats and people staking out there spots.
Wind is now picking up bigtime.

[RiverRatMike]

just got home from the LHC boat parade and it sucked bad! Very cold with 35 mph wind gusts, and blowing sand. Stayed and watched about 30 boats go by, but after that I was out of there. The boats look really neat. I was like a ice cube when I got in my truck.

[Nord]

Time for a pic thread here...................anyone?? Anyone???