To the Avalon Spouter asking who's idea it was to have "Patriotic" Theme for the 4th of July Boat Parade ( since that is political). Sorry, but last time we looked, Patriotic is Red, White & Blue......... not just Red or Blue.........! To all the boaters that were in the Parade- Great Job! Although, next year lets see Bubbles rather than Water Balloons, since it is THE BAY ( that needs to be protected).