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Friday and Saturday, July 23 & 24, 2010
Second Annual Torch Lake Rendezvous
Antique & Classic Wooden Boat Show

Held each year in July, Cruising for the Cure Torch Lake Rendezvous is a non-profit charitable event organized by the Jane H. Thie Memorial Fund, Inc. which receives community support and sponsorship from several local business leaders and individuals recognized in our event programs.

Nestled in the quiet Harbors of Clam River, adjacent to beautiful Torch Lake near Bellaire, Michigan, the Cruising for the Cure Torch Lake Rendezvous is an in water antique and classic wooden boat exhibition, parade of boats, and photo shoot dedicated to the memory of Jane H. Thie. Net proceeds from the event go to the Jane H. Thie Memorial Fund, Inc. and benefit the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, Michigan’s only hospital focused solely on cancer, in its efforts in advancing ongoing research in the early detection and eradication of pancreatic cancer.

Classic and antique wooden boats built prior to and including 1969, as well as boats of wooden construction built post 1969, that are home to Antrim County’s Chain-O-Lakes region will be on display.  Most of these vintage entries are actively used during the summer months and arrive by water from Lake Bellaire, Clam Lake, Elk Lake, Lake Skegemog, Torch Lake, and other tributaries of Antrim County’s picturesque Chain-O-Lakes.

One addition to this year's event is special guest, Chris Smith.  Chris Smith, grandson of the legendary Christopher Columbus Smith, founder of Chris Craft, is an abundant source of knowledge concerning various construction methods used in the production of numerous Chris Craft models.  There are plenty of memorable stories which accompany Chris's knowledge as he worked in many of the plants which produced the antique wooden gems many enjoy.

This year we are hosting a pre-show "Party on the Pier" at The Dockside the evening before the boat parade.  The cost is $20 per person.  Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.  Call (248)680-6687 to order tickets.

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Cruising for the Cure is very thankful for the generous support from local business, law enforcement, friends, and family.  A special thanks to sponsors who make this event exceptional.