Gleaming antique, classic wood boats line docks at Moonlite Bay in Crosslake
Annual Whitefish Chain Antique and Classic Wood Boat Rendezvous takes place
Mike Bray (wearing the white cowboy hat), of Monticello, talks about the intricacies of his boat “The Recovery Room." Bray is a saddle maker who makes commemorative saddles for police officers and military personnel. The boat is named for his wife, who is a cancer survivor. Donna Evans / Echo Journal Correspondent
Saturday morning, June 19, started out overcast, but the clouds cleared and blue skies and mild temperatures made for a perfect day for those attending the annual Whitefish Chain Antique and Classic Wood Boat Rendezvous at Moonlite Bay on Cross Lake.
More than 60 boats showed up to participate in this event that drew people of all ages to enjoy the amazing display. Scroll through the photos below.
Boats lined all the docks at Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant and Bar in Crosslake on Saturday, June 19, for the annual Whitefish Chain boat show. Donna Evans / Echo Journal Correspondent
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1/4: James and Jenna Lee, of Crosslake, were excited to go for a power boat ride provided by Kevin Gardner of the BSLOC Boat Club. Gardner offered free rides to promote the boat club Saturday, June 19, during the Whitefish Chain Antique and Classic Wood Boat Rendezvous at Moonlite Bay on Cross Lake. Donna Evans / Echo Journal Correspondent
2/4: People admired the boats on display Saturday, June 19, at the annual Whitefish Chain Antique and Classic Wood Boat Rendezvous at Moonlite Bay on Cross Lake. Donna Evans / Echo Journal Correspondent
3/4: Sadie Barklage, 4, and her sister, Lucy Barklage, 7, enjoyed looking at the many shapes and styles of the boats on display at Moonlite Bay. The Barklages came from their cabin in Emily to enjoy the boat show. The family's main home is in Kansas City. Donna Evans / Echo Journal Correspondent
4/4: Boats lined all the docks at Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant and Bar in Crosslake on Saturday, June 19, for the annual Whitefish Chain boat show. Donna Evans / Echo Journal Correspondent