Lake Union Mooring on the 4th of July

Annual July 4th Fireworks: Lake Union Boating Spectators Anchor Locations The sponsors for the 2011 Lake Union Fireworks show is being sponsered by One Real Productions. The NYBA (Northwest Yacht Brokers Association) board of directors voted unanimously to donate to the 2011 4th of July fireworks over Lake Union in Seattle. One Reel Productions has secured about 80% of the total $500,000 necessary to fund the display. Local sponsoring companies such as Microsoft and Starbucks made major contributions totaling $300,000 but the community still needs to make up the remaining $200,000. The Family 4th at Lake Union relies upon the annual support of corporations and individuals to make possible this Celebration by the People, for the People. If you would like to make a donation please go to One Reel Family 4th at Lake Union web site to support this wonderful Seattle tradition. On the water this year (2011) there will be an extended safety zone for boaters on Lake Union. This is the same as last year (2010). Generally large crowds pack Gas Works Park to watch fireworks shot from a barge in the lake. In past years, boaters could raft 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 closing 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, PLEASE be patient and be safe. A larger map showing the boat anchorage designated by the Harbor Patrol can be found at: Family 4th July 2011 Anchorages in Lake Union . 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 of Seattle 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. This year, fireworks displays around Puget Sound will burst forth, not necessarily on Elliott Bay but in other parts of Puget Sound. Government Vessels will have the security zones in effect. One Reel 206.816.6454 or press@onereel.org FAMILY 4TH AT LAKE UNION NOTICE TO MARINERS Regarding the Family 4th at Lake Union: On Monday July 4, 2011, boat moorage on Lake Union will be restricted to the area south of the fireworks safety zone. Buoys will demarcate the safety zone around the fireworks barges. Navigational buoys will also mark a channel way in the SE sector of Lake Union. Beginning at 9pm on July 4th marine traffic will not be allowed to enter Lake Union until the termination of the fireworks display. A detailed map outlining these areas is attached. This notice is in correlation with the annual Family 4th at Lake Union event at Gas Works Park. This free, daylong event is open to the public from noon to 11pm on Independence Day. The event culminates at approximately 10pm with a worldrenowned fireworks show set within the natural amphitheater of Lake Union. For more information on the Family 4th at Lake Union visit family4th.org or press@onereel.org. For more information, visit onereel.org. Please visit the "One Reel" web site for more information. We will continue to post more information when it is available. The Harbor Patrol Telephone number is : 206.684.4071     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.     Be safe and have a wonderful holiday season.