A seaplane visits Lakeport, Calif., during the 2010 Clear Lake Splash-In. Lake County News file photo.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – The 32nd annual Clear Lake Splash-In is scheduled Friday, Sept. 23, through Sunday, Sept. 25, in Lakeport.

Organized by West Coast Seaplane Pilots Association, this is the oldest and largest seaplane gathering in the Western United States.

Arrivals and Registration begin Friday, Sept. 23, at noon, with most activities scheduled for, and aircraft arrivals expected on, Saturday, Sept. 24.

Several flying contests will take place on Saturday accompanied by constant arrivals and departures.

The event utilizes the Natural High School field on North Main Street for onshore parking and display of amphibious seaplanes.

Land planes use nearby Lampson Field and local volunteers will provide shuttle services to and from the venue.

Community support from the county of Lake, the city of Lakeport, the Lake County 4H Citizenship and Leadership Group, the Lake County Public Works Department and the Lakeport Regional School District has made this the local, successful event it has become.

Strong interest in the event from the surrounding communities creates a popular event for families throughout the region and hundreds come to see the planes on exhibit in Lakeport.

Seaplane pilots from throughout the region and from out-of-state attend to show off their planes and see others.

Approximately 50 seaplanes are expected to attend, making an interesting day of flight and ground displays.

Water bombing contests and spot landing contests Saturday afternoon will allow pilots to showcase their planes and flying skills.

See www.clearlakesplashin.com for complete information. Further details will be posted on the Web site as times and events are confirmed.

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