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2007 July
4th Fireworks: Lake Union Boating Spectators Anchor Locations
 On
the water this year (2007) will be an extended safety zone
on Lake Union, where large crowds pack Gas Works Park to watch
fireworks shot from a barge in the lake. In past years, boaters
rafted between the barge and the crowd on shore. This year,
boaters viewing the fireworks, will be allowed to anchor only
at the south end of the lake, far from the crowds. The Montlake
and Fremont channels will be closed between 9 and 9:30 PM
and Harbor Patrol will not allow any more boats to enter Lake
Union until the fireworks show is finished. So get there early
if you want to watch the show from your boat! You may consider
using a double anchor to fix your boat in position. Please
be courteous with those around you. Other boaters may swing
on only one anchor so be careful how you anchor, be patient
and be safe.
The
established mooring adjustment location is a safety measure
- vessels have in recent years intruded into the Coast Guard
exclusion zone around the barge. The zone is maintained by
the city Harbor Patrol.
In
Elliott Bay, the Coast Guard's jurisdiction, boaters watching
the fireworks display are reminded that 500 yard security
zones remain in place around all Navy Vessels. The main Fireworks
barge will be located due south of piers 90 - 91 in Elliott
Bay and be visible from all of Elliott Bay according to the
Coast Guard.
The
sponsors for the shows are Washington Mutual (Lake
Union - show begins at 10:00 PM) and Ivers Restaurants
(Elliot Bay show begins at 10:00) Please visit their web sites
for more information. For more information on music coordinated
with the fireworks visit http://www.wamufamily4th.org/index.html
and
for the Ivars fireworks on Elliott Bay, visit
http://ivars.net/News_Home/news.html
Lots of festivities for all during the day.... visit
the WaMu
site.
The
Harbor Patrol Telephone number is : 206.684.4071
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Salmon
Bay Marina is pleased to furnish information
relating to the 4th of July festivities located on Seattle
waters. If you are looking for a boat to enjoy the year
around boating capital, please visit our page on boats
for sale. Salmon
Bay Marina Boat Listings
We
have covered and open moorage available and sublease
slip service for short term tenants. Moorage
available.
Additional
boating information can be found on our web links page
including tidal info, boat repair info, things to do
in Seattle etc. Boating
Links.
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Be
safe and have a wonderful holiday season.
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