Please save the date for this semi-annual gathering for our Detroit Lake / Santiam River area. Convened by the Detroit Lake Foundation for the purpose of information, conversation, and connection.

Detroit Lake Foundation is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Update:

The Detroit Lake Foundation Lake Level Committee would like to update you. As many of you know, our group began meeting last October to try and come up with ways to keep the lake full for the recreational season. This was a much bigger task than any of us thought. When we began the only communication about the lake level or water predictions was between the Marina owners and the Army Corps of Engineers. That communication could have been better, so we decided it was time for our group to be involved.

One of the ways we became involved was by reinstating the Federal Lake Meetings, which had previously occurred before the fires. These meetings aimed to foster open communication among all agencies operating within the Santiam Canyon, including representatives from the Army Corps, Oregon Marine Board, Marion County Sheriff, Forestry, and Oregon Fish and Wildlife. When these meetings were discontinued, communication among the agencies suffered. In April, we revitalized these meetings and also incorporated Lari Rupp from the Marion County Excavation project. Currently, we have yet to have a representative from Oregon Fish and Wildlife join our discussions, but we hope to include them soon.

These meetings occur biannually, once in the fall and once in the spring. The feedback from all agencies has been overwhelmingly positive. Discussions regarding changes to forest closures, lake levels, or issues within the lake or Santiam Canyon usually take place before they occur.

We have been staying informed of the Marina excavation project. Marina owners are in favor of the excavation plans for their specific sites. Lari Rupp provides us with monthly updates, and as of now, everything is proceeding smoothly.

There are numerous factors involved in safeguarding lake levels and ensuring the sustainability of the Santiam Canyon. While our progress may be slow, it is undoubtedly heading in a positive direction. One significant achievement this spring was securing weekly meetings with the Army Corps, where we discussed rainfall, snowpack, and weekly predictions for lake levels. In August, it appeared that Detroit Lake Marina might not last until Labor Day, and we urgently requested the Corps to find a way to retain enough water to sustain them through the season. Remarkably, the Army Corps managed to accomplish this for us. Although many tend to blame the Army Corps for inadequate lake levels, the truth is that they are not solely responsible. Numerous elements contribute to effective lake management, including snowpack, rainfall, flood management, river temperatures, and fish habitats, among others. In our current climate, we are confronted with challenges such as global warming, diminishing snowpack, and environmentalists actively advocating for water rights. This past year, Green Peter Reservoir experienced its lowest water levels on record, leading to a significant die-off of Kokanee salmon and adversely affecting Sweet Home's drinking water supply. Additionally, we witnessed the removal of a dam in Klamath Falls to restore the salmon run.

What the future holds for our cherished lake is uncertain. We must be ready to safeguard Detroit Lake, the waterways of the Santiam Canyon, and Salem's drinking water. Our group is facing challenges in breaking down barriers and expanding our knowledge. Our next step is to find a partner who can assist us in obtaining the information we need to stay informed about ongoing issues and to amplify our voice at the Federal Level.

Join us for a late July evening of great music, food, and libations at the Detroit City Park.

July 27, 2024

Gates open at 5 p.m.

Tanna Nikole opens the show at 6:30 p.m.

Scotty Alexander plays at 8 p.m.

Beer and Libations are provided by Oregon Beverage Service.

Food Carts include: FrostBite, Taqueria Los Paditas and more!

Merchandise will be for sale at a table near the stage.

VIP Seating will be available soon!

Interested in sponsoring? Click here.

Donate to the 2025 Fireworks Display.

Live Music, Beer Garden, and tons of fun. View the fireworks from the best spot in Detroit.

Lexi Tucker opens the show at 5:45 p.m.

Live Band: Chris Tardiff and Showdown at 7 p.m.

Food Carts

Beer Garden

Yard Games

Thank you to our Fireworks Over the Lake title co-sponsors: Siegmund Excavation & Construction and Davidson’s Masonry, Inc.

Get ready to party as the fabulous Lexi Tucker lights up our stage next weekend! She'll be kicking off the festivities before the amazing Never-2-Late Band (Friday) and Showdown (Saturday) take over. Detroit just can't get enough of her and we're all pumped for her return. It's going to be a blast!

4 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Beer garden and food carts open.

5:45 p.m. - Lexi Tucker - Show Opener

7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. - Chris Tardiff & showdown

Line up at the Detroit City Park at 10:30 a.m.

Parade begins at 11 a.m.

Prize awarded to the best dressed rig.

A parade map will be available soon.

Free entry.

Get ready to party as the fabulous Lexi Tucker lights up our stage next weekend! She'll be kicking off the festivities before the amazing Never-2-Late Band (Friday) and Showdown (Saturday) take over. Detroit just can't get enough of her and we're all pumped for her return. It's going to be a blast!

5 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Beer garden and food carts open.

5:45 p.m. - Lexi Tucker - Show Opener

7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. - Never-2-Late Band

One of Detroit’s favorite bands is stepping into the spotlight on July 5th at Detroit City Park to raise money to light up the sky with dazzling fireworks! Get ready to groove with the Never-2-Late Band, belting out classic rock hits that will have you dancing on air. Dive into the fun with a beer garden, delicious food trucks, and lawn games while soaking up the tunes. A suggested donation of $10 per person unlocks a world of excitement. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to rock out with you soon! 100% of the proceeds will benefit the 2025 Fireworks over the Lake.

5 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Beer garden and food carts open.

5:45 p.m. - Lexi Tucker - Show Opener

7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. - Never-2-Late Band

Join us for a magical acoustic evening with the sensational songwriter, Kelly McGuire! Snag your comfiest lawn chair, and your favorite drinks, and meet us at Kane’s Marina’s picnic spot at 6 p.m. on the 4th of July! Get ready to dive into the stories behind Kelly’s chart-topping tunes like "Boat in Belize" and "Rich Man," along with the foot-tapping "King of the Island" - winner of the Texas Troubadour Song of the Year award. Who knows, Kelly might even give us a sneak peek of his latest tracks from his upcoming album!

This shindig is proudly presented by Kane’s Marina and Detroit Lake Foundation. All the moolah raised will support the water level committee's mission to keep the lake waters high and the fun times rolling longer into the season.

Don't miss out on the fun! See you there!