Thank you all for coming to the show. Overall, it was a huge success. I'll have results and pictures posted some time this weekend.
We had an amazing show last year even though we got a lot of rain. We implemented some new technologies that went over quite well and we were able to donate $3,000 to Autism Surfs. This year we will be sponsoring Wayne Hall Walks.
Wayne Hall is a local musician who was paralyzed from the waist down at the age of 11. He is currently raising funds to purchase an exoskeleton that will allow him to walk again.
At the age of 11, Wayne Hall’s life was catastrophically altered when another child, playing with a handgun, shot him accidently. Surviving a .357 shot to the torso was against the odds but Wayne overcame the first of many obstacles; living.
Despite losing most of a lung, gallbladder, and half of his liver Wayne was able to eventually breathe without a ventilator but was paralyzed from the waist down. He spent the better part of his childhood recovering from his wounds that left him scarred and paralyzed. Regardless of being confined to a wheelchair & being told it was impossible, Wayne channeled his energy into writing music, playing guitar & singing.
Since graduating college with 3 degrees, Wayne has become an accomplished song writer, musician & vocalist despite a plethora of setbacks and obstacles. To date, he has released 2 albums and is currently working on a third; all the time battling continued medical setbacks.
In spite of a mountain of medical setbacks, Wayne has been a beacon of hope, inspiration and positivity to his family, friends, community & beyond. Wayne is now in his early 30’s and has escalating medical needs and minimal insurance assistance.
At this time, Wayne could use the help of his friends and community. The cost for technology that will greatly improve Wayne’s quality of life can seem daunting for the individual but as a community, the cost is minimal.
At the age of 11, Wayne Hall’s life was catastrophically altered when another child, playing with a handgun, shot him accidently. Surviving a .357 shot to the torso was against the odds but Wayne overcame the first of many obstacles; living.
Despite losing most of a lung, gallbladder, and half of his liver Wayne was able to eventually breathe without a ventilator but was paralyzed from the waist down. He spent the better part of his childhood recovering from his wounds that left him scarred and paralyzed. Regardless of being confined to a wheelchair & being told it was impossible, Wayne channeled his energy into writing music, playing guitar & singing.
Since graduating college with 3 degrees, Wayne has become an accomplished song writer, musician & vocalist despite a plethora of setbacks and obstacles. To date, he has released 2 albums and is currently working on a third; all the time battling continued medical setbacks.
In spite of a mountain of medical setbacks, Wayne has been a beacon of hope, inspiration and positivity to his family, friends, community & beyond. Wayne is now in his early 30’s and has escalating medical needs and minimal insurance assistance.
At this time, Wayne could use the help of his friends and community. The cost for technology that will greatly improve Wayne’s quality of life can seem daunting for the individual but as a community, the cost is minimal.
Bugs on the Bayou is the brainchild of Kusten Kreuzers of the Emerald Coast, an air cooled Volkswagen club in Okaloosa County Florida. The City of Niceville and Eglin AFB were kind enough to allow us the use of the Mullet Fest grounds for our annual car show. This means that we have plenty of room to grow this show to become the largest VW show in the region. Plan your vacation around this event because we are located just minutes from the most beautiful beaches in the world!
Proceeds from this event will be donated to Wayne Hall Walks.
Proceeds from this event will be donated to Wayne Hall Walks.
Date: Saturday September 16, 2017
Registration is 8–11. Judging begins 11:00. Awards ceremony at 2:30.
Dash Plaques for first 100 entries & trophies for each class.
Registration is 8–11. Judging begins 11:00. Awards ceremony at 2:30.
Dash Plaques for first 100 entries & trophies for each class.
Swap meet sites are available for FREE! Send email to bugsonthebayou@gmail.com for more information.
LocationBugs on the Bayou is located at the Mullet Fest grounds on State Rd. 85 N, Niceville FL, 32578
Map of area |
CostRegistration is $15 if you register online by Sept 8th and $20 at the gate.
Vendors spots are available. Send inquiries to bugsonthebayou@gmail.com |
Show ClassesPre 1958 Bug
58-64 Bug 65-67 Bug 68-79 Bug Super Beetle Type III Ghia Thing Early Bus Late Bus Camper Special Interest Hood Ride/Rat Rod ...And four "Best of" awards |
EventsRaffle Prizes all day (tickets $1)
50/50 drawing Vendor Demonstrations For the kids we’ll be having a hula hoop contest, a coloring table, and many other activities. Food and Beverages will be available for purchase |
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