Posted by david on Jan 20, 2010 in
Uncategorized Yep, theses guys showed up again for the 2009 Windermere Boat Parade and they brought all the excitement they do every year! Their boat is a fan favorite and the kids especially enjoy seeing their boat every year!
(L to R) Mike Irwin, Will Hawthorne, Lee Dobson and TJ Oakes.
For being the best Boat in the parade they WON a Wakeboard with Boots from Nautiques of Orlando; which NOrl has been a sponsor the last few years.
Posted by david on Dec 21, 2009 in
Uncategorized If you have any photos you want posted to site please send… if you have any photos of the Nautique with (attempted) Antlers & red nose (that was my family) would love a pic – did not see how it looked… to many red cups 
Posted by david on Dec 21, 2009 in
Uncategorized Will have the winner of the Windermere boat parade announcement this week. Sorry for the delay – family and work have taken up much of my time since the parade
Had a great time fighting the rought water and LOVED the turn out – getting better each year – I know there is room to improve and I think we do each year!
Merry Christmas!
Posted by david on Dec 18, 2009 in
Uncategorized Scott Byerly, Brandon Thomas and Nautique will be out on the North side of Bird Island (start of the parade) shooting some video of Nautique boats for next years Christmas podcast. All Nautique boats are welcome to be IN the video!
Nautique will be shooting video around 4:15….
Posted by david on Dec 18, 2009 in
Uncategorized This year we are going all the way around Lake Butler… see map.
Don’t forget to pick up a power inverter for your lights in your boat – this will make the night go much smoother… unless you let the lights go in the water…. i wont say who did that last year 
Posted by david on Dec 18, 2009 in
Uncategorized It looks to be shaping up for great Christmas weather for the Windermere Boat Parade!
Bring blankets – jackets – towels for when someone get wet!!!
Check out weather forecast.
Very Chilly!!!!
Posted by david on Dec 9, 2009 in
Uncategorized Nautique of Orlando is presenting to the Best Decorated Boat in the Windermere Boat Parade a “O’Brien Clutch Series” Wakeboard & Boots (a $390 retail value).
Posted by david on Dec 2, 2009 in
Uncategorized Many boat owners enjoy participating in a Christmas boat parade. The boat parades at Christmas bring joy to onlookers. With the reflection on the water,Christmas lights
have quite an added sparkle. Here are a few tips to help you decorate a boat for a Christmas boat parade.
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Step1
Make a decorating plan for your boat. Decide if there is enough room for aChristmas tree; make sure it doesn’t block the captain’s view so he can safely navigate. Decide if you can use plug in Christmas lights or if you need battery operated lights. Decide on the type of decorations you want to use. For instance, it may be a themed Christmas boat parade requiring special decorations. Keep in mind that the decorations need to be visible from the shore. Small decorations are difficult to see.
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Step2
Buy only decorations and Christmas lights that are rated for outdoor use. If you are using battery-operated lights, make sure you have plenty of batteries on hand. Be sure to check each string of lights before you hang them. Remember that both sides of the boat will be seen if you are making a circle during the Christmas boat parade. The Christmas tree or Santa Claus on a sleigh should be placed high on the boat and in the center, where it can be seen from both sides.
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Step3
Use rope lights whenever possible on your boat. Rope lights are easier to string and won’t get caught on netting or small items. Use bright colored or white lights because the lights will be the background for the rest of your decorations. People watching the boat parade are usually far away and can only see decorations that are brightly lit.
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Step4
Decorate with two or three color combinations only. If you use too many colors, the whole boat will become a blur to the spectators because of the reflection on the water. Place a few more strings of lights to outline the shape of your boat, and the whole decorating scheme will become clear to those viewing the Christmas boat parade. And have fun!
information found at this site.
Posted by david on Nov 30, 2009 in
Uncategorized So this year we have sponsors for the event – with the goal for build for next year…
Nautiques of Orlando – giving out a prize for the Best Decorated Boat.
Zaxby’s Real Chicken, Lakeside Realtors, Red Rocket Studios , Nautiques of Orlando and JPF Development help pay for the marketing cost (doorhangers & West Orange Times Ad).
Posted by david on Nov 19, 2009 in
Uncategorized 2009 Windermere Boat Parade is Saturday Dec 19th! Meeting and Starting point will be held at Bird Island. We are working on extending the parade route to cover more Lake Butler.
