2009 Krewe of Choctaw River Parade Rolls on the River

Saturday was glorious!  The weather was absolutely perfect, thanks to the efforts of the Medicine Man, as the Krewe of Choctaw celebrated with their annual River Parade.  The morning started off at Front Street Station in Gretna, with a breakfast buffet prepared by owner Joey Istre and his wife Pam.

Suitably fortified, we made our way across the street to the Gretna Ferry Landing to board the Steamboat Natchez.

We were greeted by the Officers and Captain along with the crew of the Natchez

As passengers began boarding, the calliope was playing our song...

And the party began!

The view of the city was incredible:

The fireboat guided us up and down the river, spraying streams of water into the air

I hope you can join us on Valentine's Day as we parade through the streets of Algiers, Terrytown and into the City of Gretna.  Visit the Krewe of Choctaw for a map of the parade route.

Happy Mardi Gras and Hail the Chief!

All photos and content copyright Lisa Heindel, 2009.  West Bank Living.  All rights reserved.