Well, mother nature provided a gorgeous sunny day for the Hopetown Volunteer Fireman´s Fair. Since the government provides no funding, the proceeds from this annual event plus private donations keep this little islands fire brigade (two small trucks and one boat) operating for another year. The area around the post office and docks is festooned with colorful flags, bake sale tables and all sorts of games for young and old. There is also a great selection of silent auction items to bid on as well. We of course gravitate to the food section and try out some rum cake, pink fudge and a spicy Bahamian chicken dish called souse. Before they can begin their in water demonstration, the fire rescue crew is called to rush an injured young man over to the Marsh Harbor government clinic - they are the para medics here as well. On their return they demonstrate their skills at dousing a small pre-set boat fire in the harbor. It was touch and go for a few minutes until their on board pumper started to work. As an added highlight the USA Coast Guard helicopter did several hover-overs. We finished off the afternoon by relaxing with drinks at the scenic Ocean side bar at Hopetown Harbor Lodge.
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