It’s that time of year again! The Big Lake Spud Fest parade is fast approaching.

We invite you to be a part of the fun. This year’s parade will be held June 28, 2008. Line up begins at 9:00 a.m. and no one will be allowed into line up after 10:00 a.m. The parade begins at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Groups with numbers of people should meet some where before 9:00 a.m. and enter into the line up together The route will be the same as last year, down Eagle Lake Road from Park Avenue turning onto Minnesota Ave. and ending at the High School parking lot.

Just a reminder on our candy policy as you plan your entry. If candy is to be distributed, it is to be handed out by those walking with your entry, not thrown from your float or vehicle. Our intent is not to discourage you from giving out candy; in fact the kids look forward to it. Safety, however, must be our first priority.

Due to the amount of litter left behind after the parade the last couple of years and in an effort to reduce the amount of garbage the parade generates, distribution of flyers, posters, stickers, etc is not permitted. Thank you for honoring this policy.

In order to help reduce the cost of putting on the parade, there will be a minimal $35.00 entry fee, and for non-profit organizations there is no charge. Also this year we will be judging all entries and cash prizes will be awarded. First place will receive $100.00, second place will receive $75.00 and third place will receive $50.00, so be creative.

Please return the enclosed entry form with the complete details of your entry by June 6. You will be notified by no later then June 20, 2008 of the number and line-up information.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to call the Spud Fest Hotline and we will return your phone call as soon as we can. Call us at: 763-262-FEST (3378).

We hope you can join us this year and look forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,