2024 Consumers Energy Community Royale Parade
Interactive Program

Kicking off today’s parade are our friends at the Traverse City Police Department

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Grand Traverse County K9 Unit

Following the Traverse City Police Department is the Grand Traverse County K9 Unit.
The K-9 Unit is part of the Field Services Division. Deputy Jackson Bradley with partner Thor, Deputy Shane Roelofs with partner Jocko and Deputy Kyler Rosin with partner Kalo are currently assigned as K-9 officers. Our K-9 units are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to serve the needs of the citizens and visitors of Grand Traverse County.

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The Traverse City Fire Department and their 1936 Pumper.
The Traverse City Fire Department was organized in 1876 and was located in the 200 block of East Front Street. Horse-drawn hose carts were utilized by volunteers to fire scenes. Volunteer firefighters included prominent local businessmen J.W. Milliken, B.J. Morgan, J. Martinek, and Julius Hannah, son of Traverse City’s founding father, Perry Hannah. In 1890 the station moved to 118 Cass Street and remained there until 1974.

The first steam fire engine was purchased in 1895. It was horse-drawn and had a pumping capacity of 500 gallons per minute. A second steam engine was purchased in 1901. These steam engines remained in service until the Fire Department motorized its fleet in the 1920s. The first regular motorized fire engine was an American LaFrance pumper with a pumping capacity of 1000 gallons a minute. Today the Department operates 2 Pierce Velocity engines and 1 KME engine as a backup. TCFD also operates a KME Aerial Cat Ladder Truck with a 100’ tower ladder for the taller buildings in our area.

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The Young Marines is the national youth leadership organization for both boys and girls who's mission is to provide quality youth development programs that nurture and develop it's members into responsible citizens who live a healthy drug free lifestyle. By using the guiding principles of leadership teamwork and Young Marines learn the importance of self-confidence, academic achievement, and service to veterans good citizenship and community service. The Young Marines "Strengthening the lives of America's youth"

External Link: http://Www.youngmarines.org/traversecity

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Thank you to Consumers Energy for bringing us the 2024 Community Royale Parade and helping us to celebrate the Past, Present & future of the Grand Traverse Region. With consumers energy you can Count on Us to provide you with reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.

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The Kiwanis Club of Traverse City celebrates 100 years of service this year, having been chartered on November 26, 1924. Kiwanis focuses on youth-based initiatives in the greater Traverse City area. Some of the projects we are known for include: the American Flag Project, the 3rd Grade Dictionary Project, the Kiwanis Norte Bike Mas Safety Program, and the Kiwanis-Record Eagle Ski and Snowboard School at Mt. Holiday. The Kiwanis Club of Traverse City meets weekly, on Tuesdays at noon, at Kirkbride Hall. We are always accepting new members with a desire to give back to the youth of our community. Visit our website for more information about our growing and active organization. kiwaniscluboftraversecity.org

External Link: http://kiwaniscluboftraversecity.org

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Serving northern Michigan veterans for over 90 years your local VFW prides themselves on building comradery among veterans, family members and their communities. District 13 covers all of Northern Michigan from Leelanau to Alpena and Gaylord to Mackinac Bridge. These members and their families continue to serve others through local events and fundraisers.

External Link: http://www.vfw2780.org

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Mobile Medical Response (MMR) is proud to provide 911 ambulance response to Traverse City and the surrounding areas. We wish you all a safe and fun Cherry Fest!

External Link: http://www.mobilemedical.org

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The Official Marching Band of the National Cherry Festival.

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Celebrating 100 Years.

Wunsch Farms is a sixth generation cherry and apple farm located on
the Old Mission Peninsula. They are celebrating their 100th year growing
cherries in Northern Michigan this year.
Isaiah Wunsch is the CEO of Wunsch Farms and the owner of 120 acres
of Peninsula Township orchard land. With his mother Barbara and
siblings Raul and Adele, he operates over 1,000 acres of fresh market
cherries and apples, which are distributed throughout the upper Mid-
west and the world.

The family prides themselves on their ability to deliver a particularly
high quality product to our customers. In addition to our fruit sales,
we also offer complete at al la carte orchard management service to
neighboring farms.

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National Cherry Queen Carmen Beemer is the 22-year-old daughter of Gary Godley and Shannon Beemer of Wayland. She is a 2020 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and a 2024 graduate from Michigan State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture with a minor in Crop and Soil Sciences.
Erin Eckerle is the 24-year-old daughter of Brian John Eckerle and Lynn Marie Henry of Petoskey. She is a 2018 graduate of Petoskey High School and a 2020 graduate of Michigan State University where she studied Human Biology.

Marlee Lane Harrison is 23 years-old and the daughter of Judy and Brad Harrison. Marlee is a 2019 graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy where she majored in Dance. She also attended Alma College on a partial dance scholarship. After the COVID pandemic she returned to Traverse City to redirect her education toward Cosmetology, earning her Cosmetology License in 2021.

Tessa Nico is the daughter of Brandon and Jessica Nico of Elk Rapids. She is a 2023 graduate of Elk Rapids High School and is entering her sophomore year at Central Michigan University where she is majoring in Broadcast and Cinematic Art with a minor in Sports Management.

Sophia Stiles is the 19-year old daughter of Wayne and Marlene Stiles of Traverse City, Michigan. She graduated in 2022 from Saint Francis High School, and is entering her junior year at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio where she is studying to obtain her Bachelors Of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre.

External Link: http://cherryfestival.org/bequeen

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Explore the more than 1,400 square miles of the Olympic National Park with Cherry Knoll Elementary led by Prince Waylon and Princess Azaliah.

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Olivia Grace & Company is a prestigious organization of passionate entertainment professionals committed to producing the highest quality character entertainment - outside of a Theme Park. Whether they’re focused on creating unique offerings tailored for a local audience or developing innovative and immersive experiences, their team works together to bring magic to guests every opportunity they get.

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Greetings from the Redwood National Park.Woodland School's Prince Gabe and Princess Mara are taking a drive through the iconic Chandelier Tree. It's over 2000 years old and reaches 315 feet into the sky!

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Coming to us from Sun Prairie, Wisconsin and under the Direction of Matt McVeigh, Mark Davison and Ryan Fitz is the Sound of Sun Prairie Marching Band!

The Sound of Sun Prairie is a voluntary, extra-curricular marching band. It is comprised of 8-12th grade students who have an interest in performing with percussion and wind instruments or color guard.

The purpose of the Sound of Sun Prairie is to provide an environment in which students can learn to work cooperatively toward common goals, the power of positive attitudes, personal responsibility, self-motivation, individual sacrifice for the good of the group, and striving to work to the best of one’s ability at all times. It is a student-centered organization that promotes personal growth and student leadership. The band’s philosophy is based on the belief that learning to be successful in marching band involves the same process as learning to be successful in other endeavors and that understanding the process for success is the most important part of attaining success.

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Built from Basswood from Shady Lane in Leelanau County this Ford Convertible from 1935 helps to showcase the past of the Grand Traverse Region.

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The United States Air Force Honor Guard is the premier drill and ceremonial unit of the United States Air Force. Their primary mission is to provide military honors at Arlington National Cemetery, where they perform more than 1,000 funerals per year. They also support more than 2,000 high profile ceremonies and events every year, including presidential and congressional events, retirements and promotions at the Pentagon and within the Capitol region, major sporting events, and the Presidential Inauguration. They have performed in the NYC Veteran's Day, Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl, Disneyland, Rose Festival, McAllen, Tucson Rodeo, MLK Houston, Pegasus, Indy 500, Chicago St. Patrick’s, Savannah St. Patrick’s, Krewe of Bacchus, and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parades.
Now, as one of the Air Force's oldest organizations, the Honor Guard continues to serve the Chief of Staff of the Air Force as the face of the Air Force to the American and global public. Airmen of every enlisted rank, and both company and field grade officers, volunteer and are competitively selected from their peers in more than 200 different Air Force career fields to serve in the Honor Guard, making the Honor Guard the standard for discipline and military professionalism.

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Each year Grand Traverse Bay Gymnastics teaches over 1,000 recreational gymnasts at their location in the Grand Traverse Mall. In addition, their highly successful competition team has won numerous state, regional, and even national championships. The banners you see honor this year's gold medal champions. Recently, the GT Bay Gymnastics competition team moved into a new 9,000 sf space near Pit Spitter stadium.

External Link: http://www.gtbaygymnastics.com

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Hits 106 KHQ - Northern Michigan's #1 Hit Music Station - With Ashley Z 6-10 in the Morning, and Fish in the Afternoon

External Link: https://www.106khq.com/

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Blair Elementary visits the Grand Canyon! Princess Addison King and Prince Finn Coddington took a picnic to the Colorado River to view the magnificent waterfall and rapids.

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Who you gonna call?!!! The Cherryland Ghostbusters are once again supporting the Alzheimer's Association fundraiser Walk to End Alzheimer's being held September 28th at Hull Park in Traverse City. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. To start a team or donate visit alz.org.

External Link: https://www.alz.org/gmc?set=1

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Welcome the 728 Marching Cadets.

The 728 Cadets, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non?profit organization and was established August 18, 2008. It serves the students enrolled in District 728 schools or home schooled within the district boundaries. Students are provided the opportunity to learn and compete in the marching arts, showcasing their skills in music, performance, marching techniques, theater and dance through summer street marching, winter drumline, winter color guard, and winter winds performance education programs.

External Link: http://www.728cadets.org

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We have Prince Evan and Princess Sadie representing Buckley Community Schools. The school’s theme is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The float includes some of the prominent destinations at the National park including Sulfur Banks, Rainbow Falls and the Mauna Loa volcano featuring an eruption of cherries and smoke.

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ATA Martial Arts of Grand Traverse invites you to start your martial arts journey today!! Martial arts is great for all ages, our students range from 3 years old to 78 years young!! Stop in for traditional martial arts, self defense, kuntaw, Krav Maga or any of our specialty seminars!!

External Link: HTTP://www.atatraversecity.com

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"Welcome to Eastern Elementary's beautiful float! Riding with pride are our very own Princess Florence and Prince Jack, both spirited first graders. This year, we celebrate the North Country National Scenic Trail.

Our float showcases the wonders of Michigan's section of the trail. Picture the amazing waterfalls, like those at Tahquamenon Falls, Sable Falls, and Wagner Falls. See the famous Mackinac Bridge, standing tall and proud. Our float has lots of green trees, just like the ones you’d find on the trail, home to many animals.

Feel the coziness of a campfire, perfect for toasting marshmallows and sharing stories under the stars. And don’t miss the colorful wildflowers, just like the ones that grow along the trail.

Princess Florence and Prince Jack remind us of the wonder and adventure that await on the North Country National Scenic Trail. Let's celebrate the beauty of Michigan and the spirit of exploration embodied by our young royalty!"

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2 Ole Broads and 3 Buddies Band featuring George and Butch Broad, winners of the 2023 Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame

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Central Grade School invites you to discover the rich history of Keweenaw National Historical Park in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We honor the regions storied past as a copper mining hub with replicas of a mine entrance and the iconic Quincy mine. Please join our mine workers as they celebrate history’s brave miners and the natural beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula!

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The Northern Mitt VDub Club sponsors of the annual “Blessing of the Bugs”. Our club offers friendship and goodwill, all VWs welcome!

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Lhamas, chickens, pigs, lambs, horses, cows; oh my! The Northwestern Michigan Fair along with 2023 Fair Queen Miss Kelsey Bott are looking forward to celebrating August 4-10. The Fair and the Livestock Council help provide a venue and education for approximately 800 4-H youth serving 5 counties
to participate in the week long event after spending the last year learning about their projects and club activities. There with be Livestock shows, the 4-H Auction, nightly Grandstand events, live music, and Arnold Amusements. We hope you are "Goin to the Fair"!

External Link: http://northwesternmichiganfair.net

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The Junior Royals who are representing the Courtade Elementary Cougars are Prince Miles and Princess Reese. Take a hike with these Cougars through the National Park, Bryce Canyon. Starting at Sunset Point, and continuing on the Cherry Festival Loop, you will get a clear view of hoodoos, irregular columns of rocks. In the center is one of the iconic hoodoos, known as Thor's hammer, and look there! A cougar sighting, one of the many wild animals that make their home in Bryce Canyon.

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The KidZone is a creatively-wired, kid-focused, volunteer-fueled, Christ-centered, best hour-and-a-half-of-your-week kinda place! Every Sunday morning we meet for an awesome time of singing praise to God, playing wacky games, giving our offering around the world, praying to our Creator, and teaching right out of the Bible! Come hang out Sunday at 10AM! The New Hope KidZone: Where Every Kid Counts!

External Link: http://newhope.cc

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Picture Yourself At Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with Princess Emmy and Prince Lawson! Glen Lake Community Schools is thrilled to represent this stunning natural beauty that was the first national lakeshore established in the United States. Located only 200 miles from Traverse City in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a kayak trip around Lovers Leap (pictured here with our Royalty) is a breathtaking way to see why these unique sandstone cliffs are a national treasure.

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Miss Curwood Festival 2024 Marisa Rose

Marisa is the daughter of Scott and Becky Rose. She attends the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor where she is majoring in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She is a member of the Women In Science and Engineering Residence Program at UofM and spends her free time watching football, going to the gym, listening to Taylor Swift, and hanging out with her family, friends, and dog, Duncan!

Miss Curwood Festival Teen 2024 Madison Strauss

Madison Strauss is the daughter of Wendy Strauss and Joe Strauss. She attends Owosso High School. Madison is a majorette in the Owosso Trojan Marching Band. She is a member of the Varsity Dance Team as well as a member of the Owosso FFA. Madison enjoys spending time dancing at Ashleigh's Dance Shack and working out at Fitness Coliseum. She likes going to school events, participating in activities in the Owosso community as well as spending time with friends and family including her twin sister, Mackenzie.
Madison is humbled and honored to represent the Curwood Festival and the Owosso Community.


Miss Curwood Princess 2024 Nevaeh Lopez

Nevaeh is the daughter of Korey Lopez and Christina and Richard Scharf. She is currently a fourth grader at Central Elementary School. Nevaeh is a competitive dancer at Ashleigh’s Dance shack. In her spare time, she loves drawing, playing basketball, dancing, playing with her friends, spending time with her family, and cuddling her two cats Grayson and Itty Bitty kitty.

External Link: http://www.curwoodfestival.com

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The Dream Team is a co-ed baseball league formed to include youths and young adults, age 8-26, with disabilities. Players are paired with partner-players from local high school athletics who provide assistance as needed. The Dream Team originated in 2015 with 21 players (2 teams) and have grown to 80+ (6 teams) the past few years.

Come to a game! You will not believe what you see and how great you will feel. You will not be disappointed. Our schedule is on our website. DreamTeamNMI.com Check us out!

External Link: https://www.dreamteamnmi.com

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1930 Model A street rod
I've been told by many it is a chic magnet

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Immaculate Conception Elementary School- Princess Lydia Okorn and Prince Jack Rialson- representing the Dry Tortugas National Park located west of Key West, Florida. The float highlights Fort Jefferson, which is the main attraction of the Dry Tortugas. It also emphasizes the tropical nature of the park, where many visitors snorkeling or kayaking to experience the amazing shipwrecks and coral reefs. Get paddling, princess Lydia and prince Jack and friends!

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A rare orchard tractor, less than 3,000 of this model were produced. Extensive flaring and fenders allowed the tractor to be operated very close to orchard trees without damage to tree branches or the tractor.

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Representing the Homeschoolers of Northern Michigan is Prince Von Grant-Wagner and Princess Aveline Meerman. They showcase Acadia National Park. At this park resides Cadillac Mountain, which is the first place to see the sunrise in the United States. This float celebrates this iconic feature with a cherry sunrise. Found on this national park island are rocky coastlines and ocean waves that you can see represented on the sides of the float. At the park, is the only nesting location for the Atlantic Puffin in the United States. Here, they are shown eating cherries. Throughout the float are Maine’s recognizable lobsters, also found munching on cherries. Many reclaimed materials were used for this float. The sun was created with wood from naturally fallen trees on a family farm, as well as pallets. The pine tree on the float was planted by the Princess’s mom as a child, which was lost in a recent storm. The Acadia sign was hand painted by a mom of a former Homeschool Cherry Princess. After researching Acadia National Park and having fun trying to highlight it with this float, these royal families cannot wait to see its beauty firsthand!

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Howls from your local Traverse City Great wolf lodge. Deemed as Michigan’s Beast Indoor water park come enjoy our Eater park and lodge at all times of the year.

External Link: http://www.greatwolf.com/traverse-city

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Evergreen Community Group is an Adult Social Group that specializes in social events to promote friendship, healthy living and appreciation for arts, community involvement and environment works. We are free to join and open to all adults! Check us out @ Evergreen-MI.org
Evergreen - Growing Together!

External Link: http://Evergreen-MI.org

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On behalf of Grand Traverse Academy, Princess Beatrix and Prince Marcus, welcome you to Denali National Park. Home to the largest mountain in North America, Mt McKinley stands over 20,310 ft tall. Often called "the world's coldest mountain, Temps can reach -90*F with winds up to 150 mph. Denali National Park is the 3rd largest National Park in the U.S.A. spanning 6 million acres. Enjoy hiking, guided tours, camping, fishing, mountain climbing and so much more!

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Every Girl Scout has their own curiosity, dreams, and talents—so when they come together to decide which of the thousands of Girl Scout activities to try, the sky’s the limit. Whether visiting an animal shelter, camping, hosting a dance-off, or filming a movie—they’re learning to take risks, trust their gut, and team up with others for good.

The secret sauce holding it all together? Joy.

Forever friendship is a powerful thing. It’s what gives Girl Scouts the confidence to be themselves, unapologetically. It’s what makes them feel safe enough to try new things and cheer each other on in tough times. It’s the support that can get them up on tough mornings, help them raise their hand in class, and even climb to the top of a mountain.

The GSMISTS council is a large council with most of northern lower Michigan. These amazing girls have earned their bronze, silver and gold awards. They even have one girl scout who earned the medal of honor for saving her brother's life. Let's hear it for these amazing girls who are awesome future leaders!

External Link: http://www.gsmists.org

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Kingsley Elementary School, class of 2035, would like to welcome you to the world’s first national park, Yellowstone National Park.

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2023 Gaylord Alpenfest Queen Sara Flood, first runner up Paris Taratuta, 2023 Alpenfest Princess Amelia Cottrell and court

External Link: http://www.gaylordalpenfest.com

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The National Cherry Festival Kids Club is a family friendly event centering on providing free activities for kids of all ages. From craft projects with Home Depot and Michaels to games and face painting, there is fun for everyone. Come on in and make some memories!!

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"Lakeland Elementary presents
Prince Axle and Princess Gianna!
Prince Axle you normally can find dirt biking and playing with his brothers, and Princess Gianna you’ll find doing crafts and singing Karaoke. They are showcasing the Mammoth Cave National Park found in Cave City Kentucky where people travel from all over to go camping there and do cave tours. The famous cave is what the city is named after it’s such a magical place to visit!"

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Jeep Babes Michigan Chapter is a 501c3 supporting local communities all throughout the state of Michigan. Together, all women with a shared love for all kinds of Jeeps, join forces to raise money for veterans, animal shelters, supporting small businesses and donating time to other non-profits in an effort to build up those around them. With over 4,500 members, you can catch the babes hitting the trails, getting dirty, and encouraging other women to love the sport of offroading and teaching others how to work on their own ride.
You can follow all the amazing adventures these Babes are up to by visiting their public Facebook page.

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"Lake Ann Elementary, Prince Lincoln Ruoff and Princess Emma Guzinski present the Badlands National Park in South Dakota. Established in 1939, the Badlands were redesignated a national park on November 10th, 1978.
The Badlands earned its name by presenting many challenges for travel to native tribes and early settlers. Surviving the bitter winters, searing summers, rugged terrain, and few water sources that are normally muddy and unsafe to drink, make this landscape live up to its name.
Badlands National Park is home to many resilient creatures, including some of the most endangered species in North America. The wildlife of this park includes Bison, Prairie Dogs, Pronghorns and Black-footed Ferrets, as well as many species of birds.
Layers of the rock formations in the park correspond with different moments in geologic time. The oldest dating back 69-75 million years ago when the area was covered by a shallow inland sea. A variety of fossils can be discovered within the park. The area now included in Badlands National Park is considered to be the birthplace of vertebrate paleontology in the American West. You can see some of the fossils discovered in the park under our Royals feet.
The Royals got creative to incorporate cherries into this harsh terrain. We used pin cherries to represent some the sparse vegetation found in the Badlands and juice from cherries was used to color layers in the rock formation.
Congratulations Lake Ann Elementary Husky Pup Royals!

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Traverse City Area Public Schools presents the Middle Fiddles! The Middle Fiddles is composed of middle school students from both West Middle School and TCAPS Montessori.

External Link: http://www.tcaps.net

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"Introducing the enchanting float by The Children's House: ""The Royals of Isle Royale""!

Join us in welcoming Prince Jack and Princess Ava as they take you on a magical journey to the pristine wilderness of Isle Royale. This stunning papercraft representation captures the essence of Michigan's only National Park, located in the northwest corner of Lake Superior.

Isle Royale is a hidden gem, accessible only by seaplane or boat, offering an unparalleled adventure for nature enthusiasts. This expansive archipelago consists of 450 islands, each teeming with diverse wildlife. As you marvel at the float, imagine the majestic moose, industrious beavers, cunning foxes, soaring eagles, and the elusive wolves that call this unique habitat home.

The Children's House invites you to experience the beauty and serenity of Isle Royale through the eyes of Prince Jack and Princess Ava. Let your imagination soar!"

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Northern Pediatric Therapy provides Speech, Language, Feeding, and Lactation services to Traverse City and surrounding areas. We love helping children meet their full potential through the power of therapy.

External Link: https://northernpediatric.com/

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Old Mission Peninsula School is proudly showcasing the beauty and splendor of Joshua Tree National Park. The families worked hard to incorporate many homemade and natural elements, including the Joshua tree, wooden bench, boulders, fire pit and park signage. Wildflowers adorn the float and the sunset backdrop adds color to the desert landscape.

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Ladies & gentlemen welcome the 2024 Lancer Marching band hailing from Bullock Creek High School in Midland, Michigan!

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"Grand Teton National Park is a stunning national park in Wyoming. Tall and proud, the Tetons rise dramatically from the grasslands, cutting through the bluest skies and brightest sunrises. Established as a national park in 1929, this federal park boasts a diverse ecosystem with 310,000 acres of terrain.
Found within the park is the large and pristine Jenny Lake. Formed by glaciers 12,000 years ago, it is estimated to be 256 feet deep and encompasses 1,191 acres. Jenny Lake's shorelines offer beaches and rocky outcrops that are perfect for fishing for Lake Trout.
Hidden Falls trail is a 4.9 mile round trip route from Jenny Lake that eventually leads adventurers to a beautiful 100-foot waterfall in the middle of a forest, presenting hikers with views that are both charming and secluded, making Hidden Falls one of the most visited destinations in the park.
Grand Teton National Park forest gives way to the Alpine Fir tree, it stands supreme with pinecones near the top that are dark purple in color. Flowers spotted throughout the meadows include the yellow Showy Golden-eye, purple Lupine and red Indian Paintbrush.
The mountain range, lakes, waterfalls and meadows are accented by the presence of the park's resident wildlife. Black bears, grizzly bears, Bald Eagle, wolves, elk, squirrels and skunks are just a few that call the Grand Tetons home.
Few landscapes in the world are as striking and memorable as that of Grand Teton National Park.

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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Traverse City Cherry Festival parade! Today, we are proud to highlight Memories Traverse City Rental, the city's premier rental company offering a wide range of outdoor recreational equipment. Located right here in Traverse City, Michigan, Memories Traverse City Rental is your one-stop destination for all your adventure needs.

Whether you're looking for side-by-sides, jet skis, pontoon boats, double-decker pontoon boats, deck boats, and more, Memories Traverse City Rental has you covered! With a dedication to providing top-notch service and a wide selection of equipment, they are committed to making your outdoor experiences unforgettable.

Need equipment on the same day? No problem! Memories Traverse City Rental is here to ensure that you have everything you need for a fantastic time exploring the beauty of Traverse City and its surroundings. For all your outdoor rental needs, remember Memories Traverse City Rental - where the fun begins!

External Link: http://Memoriestc.com

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Prince Lorenzo & Princess Briar invite you to join them on a tour of Zion National Park. As Utah’s first National park, this American treasure features massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink & red that soar into the brilliant blue sky.

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Here come the makers of the best little donuts in all of Traverse City -- Peace Love & Little Donuts!

External Link: http://peaceloveandlittledonuts.com

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Please welcome the 2024 Miss Mancelona Court! The Mancelona Bass Festival welcomes you the first weekend of every June.

External Link: http://www.mancelonabassfest.org

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Princess Avery Machuta and Prince Elliott McNeill representing Silver Lake Elementary School and Crater Lake National Park in Oregon. Crater Lake was founded in 1902 as the 5th National Park. It is known for its crystal blue water and is the deepest lake in the United States. It was initially created by an imploding volcano, which left the remaining peak, now known as Wizard Island.

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Please welcome Miss Bellaire 2024, Alexis Bacon and her court, Whitney McBee and Mallory Massey. They are excited to be here today and would love for all of you to join us the third weekend in August for the Rubber Ducky Festival in Bellaire!

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"Willow Hill Elementary presents to you The Everglades National Park featuring Prince Wilder Rosekamp and Princess Nova Sepell.
The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States spanning more than 1.5 million acres, which is only 50% of what it used to be. Believe it or not, the Florida Everglades is actually a 60-mile-wide river moving 2.5 miles a day, and only has two seasons which are Wet and Dry.
The Florida Everglades is home to more than 750 different seed-bearing plants of which nearly a fourth are listed as endangered or threatened. The park is also home to nearly 800 different animal species including 16 that are endangered or threatened. These animals include more than 360 bird species, 300 types of fresh and saltwater fish, 40 different mammals and 50 species of reptiles including the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist.
Aside from providing shelter and protecting scores of wildlife, the Everglades is an important asset to humans as well. One out of every three Floridians rely on the Everglades for drinking water, that’s over 8 million people relying on the Everglades for drinking water.
Over one million people visit the Everglades National Park Annually, many of them taking an air boat tour of the area.
Prince Wilder and Princess Nova, hope you all have a happy 4th of July and a Great Cherry Festival.

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Traverse City Area Public Schools Sunshine Bus provides summertime access to free food and basic needs for all children. To find a Sunshine Bus stop near you, visit tcaps.net

External Link: http://www.tcaps.net

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"The Pathfinder School proudly presents our 2024 Cherry Festival float, inspired by the breathtaking Glacier Bay National Park. Our float showcases the park's natural beauty through hand-painted orcas, towering glaciers, lush greenery, and a camping scene.

Design Elements:
Hand-Painted Orcas: Highlighting our float are hand-painted orcas, symbolizing the majestic marine life of Glacier Bay.
Towering Glaciers and Lush Forests: Glittering glaciers and verdant forests scene capture the park's awe-inspiring landscape.
Camping Scene: A cozy camping scene, complete with tents and a toy campfire, reflects the adventurous spirit of exploring Glacier Bay.
Iconic Pathfinder Bear: Our beloved Pathfinder bear stands proudly on the float, representing the school’s mascot and our connection to nature.
Educational and Community Focus:
This float ties directly to The Pathfinder School's mission of fostering environmental stewardship and experiential learning. Our first graders, along with parents, collaborated to create this float, emphasizing our commitment to hands-on education and community involvement.

Celebrate with us at the Cherry Festival as we honor the natural splendor of Glacier Bay National Park, showcasing the power of education to inspire future generations."

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Local sign company building a state wide image!

External Link: https://proimagedesigninc.net/

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This is Ivan Arnold ‘s original truck & band organ display trailer. Their children & Grandchildren took the time and effort to restore both to their original beauty. Ivan and Agnes arnold and Arnold Amusements are natives to traverse city, both have been proud Ambassadors of the National cherry festival for 60+ years. Their legacy will be continued through their wonderful family.

External Link: https://arnoldamusementsinc.com/

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The Salvation Army Youth Programs embrace area youth with understanding and love! Regardless of circumstance, The Salvation Army provides positive social opportunities that help build character, decision making, and leadership skills with Christian values. Local youth enjoy summer camp, explore music, their creativity, participate in sports, build friendships, and character that empowers confidence for today, tomorrow and life.

External Link: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/traversecity/

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Here comes Prince Jaidon and Princess Addisyn representing Traverse Heights Elementary. The Prince and Princess are enjoying the view of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore at the Lake Michigan Overlook. The Sleeping Bear Dunes opened in 1970 and gets 1.6 million visitors per year! Be sure to stop by the lakeshore this summer, but remember to take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints.

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Traverse City Fencing Club promotes fencing in the local community and empowers fencers of all skill levels.

External Link: http://tcfencingclub.com

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Our float represents Alley Mill located in the Ozark National Scenic Riverway. The kids are boating and fishing along the river’s edge.

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Members of UA Local 85 have been providing northern Michigan communities with plumbing and HVACR services for over 130 years. Our members have a long heritage here and are proud to call northern Michigan home!

External Link: http://ualocal85.org

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Prince Nash, Princess Lillian, and the first graders at Traverse City Christian School invite you to take a trip with them to Rocky Mountain National Park! The wonderful thing about the Rockies is that there is something for everyone in every season! Take a hike and smell the flowers in the spring, camp under the stars in the Summer, have a cozy fire in the fall, or explore the wonders of the winter trails! We hope you'll consider taking a ride on the rushing rapids with us, and join us in celebrating the rocky mountain national park!

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