Big Smiles and Tons of Boats at Blackhawk Chapter’s 39th Annual Fox Lake Show

The Blackhawk Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society hosted the 39^th Annual Fox Lake Antique & Classic In-Water Boat at Famous Freddie’s Roadhouse on Pistakee Lake in Fox Lake, Illinois.  The show was originally scheduled for Saturday, July 12^th but due to a rainy forecast that day, organizers pivoted to the following Sunday.  We ultimately had a picture-perfect weather day, with members and spectators alike enjoying the show.

The Fox Lake Show is a non-judged show. The classes below are Antique & Classic Boat Society designated categories, and winners are chosen by fellow participants via balloting. The one exception is the “People’s Choice” award, which is voted on by show spectators.  

• Skippers Choice – Gary & Sue Rechcygl 1956 Chris Craft Continental ‘Double Trouble’
• People’s Choice – Howie Granat 1955 Chris Craft Cobra ‘Golden Child’
• Best Runabout – Sam & Mitchel and Amy O’Day 1949 Chris Craft Riviera ‘BAMM’
• 2nd Best Runabout – John Marshall 1942 Chris Craft Special Runabout
• Best Utility – Gary & Darlene Millpointer 1956 Chris Holiday ‘Once Again’
• 2nd Best Utility – Ted & Cindy Cartner 1951 Chris Craft Semi Enclosed ‘Chrysalis’
• Best Outboard – Mike & Jen Furibondo 1956 Ole Lind ‘OVERKILL’
• 2nd Best Outboard – John Spoeri 1956 Aristocraft Typhoon ‘Taifun’
• Best Fiberglass – Robert Roberson 1978 Aristo-Craft Nineteen
• 2nd Best Fiberglass – Greg Schult 1973 Switzer Super Sport 170 ‘Sundance’

Many thanks to Famous Freddie’s Roadhouse for hosting the show (and accommodating the date shift).  And, a massive thank you to Blackhawk members Calvin Seith and Jennifer Gimmell for organizing such a great show! Here are photos of just some of the boats that participated!