π Event Details
Everything you need to know for race day!
π When & Where
Date
July 4, 2026
Day Starts
10:30 AM
Location
Saugany Lake, Indiana
Fireworks
At Dusk
Get Directions
Saugany Lake, Indiana β Open in Maps
π Schedule of the Day
10:30 AM
Rules & Registration
Meeting at the Wayne Blough residence (5622 East 800 North) to review all the regatta rules, distribute provided supplies, and go over what is needed for the day.
11:00 AM
Boat Construction & Parade Decorating
Official boat construction begins! Materials will also be available at this time for anyone decorating golf carts or bicycles for the upcoming afternoon parade.
11:00 AM β 1:00 PM
Lunch Served
A complimentary lunch will be served at the Blough residence to keep the builders fueled up.
2:00 PM
The 4th of July Parade
The parade kicks off from the Conservation Club and wraps up at the "Blough Blunder" located at 5663 Saugany Lake.
2:30 PM β 3:00 PM
Boat Launch & Regatta
Head to the water to launch the boats and officially begin the regatta races.
Late Afternoon
Awards & Group Cleanup
Directly following the regatta, awards will be distributed to the winners. Afterward, everyone is asked to pitch in for a quick cleanup of the event area.
6:00 PM
Cookout Dinner
Join everyone over at Saugany Lake Farm (Mary Kay and Tim's place) for a relaxed evening grill-out and dinner, held lakeside at the lake house. (Approx.)
8:30 PM β 9:00 PM
Bonfire & S'mores Bar
The evening wind-down begins back at the Wayne Blough residence with a cozy bonfire and a fully stocked s'mores bar.
Dusk / Dark
Fireworks Viewing
Two great options to watch the night's fireworks display. At the Blough Residence: watch the show outside by the bonfire. At Saugany Lake Farm: perfect for anyone with anxious dogs β relax and view the fireworks safely from the inside lower level.
π Awards
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Titanic Award
Most spectacular sinker
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Fastest Time
Quickest boat to go around the raft and return to the finish line
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Team Spirit
SPIRIT, spirit, let's hear it!
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Best Style
As judged by Neil
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Most Unique Design
Set your imagination free, so long as it floats
π Boat Building Rules
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Boats must be made primarily of cardboard and tape.
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No waterproofing agents (no paint, sealants, or wax).
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Each boat must carry at least one person.
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Life jackets are REQUIRED for all riders.
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Everyone races together β there are no age or skill divisions.
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The course runs out around the raft and back to the finish line.
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Boats may sink mid-race β go down in style and you might just earn the Titanic Award!
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Awards are given for fastest time, best style, most unique design, team spirit, and most spectacular sinker.
π What to Bring
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Life jackets (we have extras, but bring your own if possible)
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Sunscreen βοΈ
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Towels & change of clothes
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Water shoes / sandals
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Lawn chairs
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Patriotic outfits encouraged πΊπΈ
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Dish to share for the potluck
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Your competitive spirit π