Parade Photos

Wednesday, July 4, 2012 - 19:30
  • Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department Chief Albert O'Neal leads the parade.
  • Grand Marshal Kenny Ballance. Whooo-hoo!
  • The Dune Dogs rock out every year at the annual Fireman's Ball. This is what they look like when they're not on stage.
  • Aaargh, mateys! There were girl pirates . . .
  • and boy pirates, from the Caribbean.
  • They captured a mermaid, but not a prize.
  • Newly retired, but never retiring, teacher Mary Ellen Piland won first place in the 'wheels' category.
  • So many golf carts. Nary a golf course. 2nd place in 'wheels' went to the Temple family.
  • Teeter's Campground won for Best Float. Who doesn't love a red solo cup?
  • The party never stops for the Ocracoke Parasail crew, who sprayed a welcoming mist on the crowd and took home 2nd place for Best Float.
  • Tomater, by Van O'Neal, earned loud applause from the crowds and 3rd place for Best Float.
  • America Rocks. So does the Ocracoke Coffee Co. crew.
  • Some rock harder than others.
  • Blue Heron Vacation Rentals handed out hot dogs and smiles.
  • "I can sew" was one of the few bike entries this year. Stitch on, sister.
  • Remembering Andy Griffith and other North Carolina natives that made life just a little bit better.
  • Ride the Wind Surf Shop's float captured the zeitgeist, with piping plovers ruling the beaches.
  • Poseidon still lords over the sea, if not the seafood industry.
  • Just because you're not in the parade doesn't mean you shouldn't dress up!
  • U. S. A. Need we say more? Happy Birthday, America!
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