Thursday's street party was fantastic, even with the rain (real Desert Storm) on Thursday night, the enthusiasm for the event could not be dampened One hundred and three beautiful almost out of this world boats displayed the best in today's performance marine hardware and with them some of the most outrageous tow vehicles that could be found anywhere. A great big thank you to all who participated as $17,270.00 was raised to help grant more wishes in the future. His brave acceptance and passionate embracing of his difficult life made a huge impression on all of us. Then he spoke to the crowd on Friday evening as the auctioneer fired up the crowd for the benefit auction. One young man, Jack, who had his first ever Powerboat ride, asked to came back on Friday and participate in the Poker Run. Rides were given to over 192 family members of the Make A Wish Foundation Clients and children from Havasu for Youth, one of our long time charities. The "Putin on the Wish" event on Wednesday with the Platinum Powerboat Club proved to be a touching experience for all involved. After the wakes have settled and the waters of Lake Havasu are finally back to normal (if there is such a thing), Jim Nichols (event organizer/promoter of Desert Storm) has been able to break down the numbers and the winners of the 2010 Desert Storm Extravaganza.ĭesert Storm raises $27700.00 for Charities!
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