Bob Stopper, whose many distinctions are listed in this article, and Steve Boerner have contributed photos in this post. Bob was an invitee aboard Colonial Belle, and Steve chose various locations along the Canal.

Below, that’s the Fairport Firemen’s Band on board the Belle.

Bob writes “Thank You Fairport, The Seneca Chief Extravaganza,  Captain Tammee and the Belle, the Fairport Band, all the beautiful boats, especially the Tom Grasso, and a wonderful crowd. Thanks for the invitation to be a part of such a special day!”

On behalf of Dispatches and myself, I say “Thank you, Bob.”