浸透了傳統：7月四日在Token Creek樂趣（照片）

探訪野生水槍之戰，這是7月四日遊行的象徵性小溪！查看照片，並感受到這個獨特的慶祝活動的飛濺。

The Token Creek Fourth of July parade isn't your average small-town celebration; it's a full-blown water war! For years, this quirky tradition has drawn crowds armed with water guns, ready to drench anyone and everyone in sight. Think floats blasting paradegoers and crowds retaliating with equal enthusiasm. It's a spectacle you have to see (and feel) to believe!

象徵性小溪7月四日遊行不是您的平均小鎮慶祝活動；這是一場全面的水戰！多年以來，這種古怪的傳統吸引了裝有水槍的人群，準備浸透任何人和所有人。認為Floats以同等的熱情爆炸遊行者和人群進行報復。這是您必須看到（並感到）相信的奇觀！

The Biggest Little Parade in the World

世界上最大的小遊行

They call it the "Biggest Little Parade in the World," and the name fits. What started as a small neighborhood gathering over 40 years ago has exploded into a community-wide extravaganza. Ryan Pertzborn, one of the organizers, notes it's a time to appreciate the military and the land, but let's be real, it's mostly about the water guns.

他們稱其為“世界上最大的小遊行”，名字適合。最初40年前的一個小社區聚會開始爆發到社區範圍內的盛會。組織者之一瑞安·佩茨伯恩（Ryan Pertzborn）指出，現在是時候欣賞軍隊和土地的時候了，但讓我們成為現實，主要是關於水槍。

A Watery Wonderland

水仙境

Temperatures soaring into the high 80s? No problem! The Token Creek parade offers the perfect solution: a refreshing soak. Attendees come prepared, sporting swimsuits and armed with everything from squirt guns to hoses. James Gould, a parade route resident, says it best: "The street is literally a river running down it by the end of the parade.”

溫度飆升至80年代？沒問題！ Token Creek Parade提供了完美的解決方案：令人耳目一新的浸泡。與會者做好準備，運動泳衣，並配備從噴槍到軟管的一切。遊行路線的居民詹姆斯·古爾德（James Gould）說：“這條街實際上是一條河流在遊行結束時沿著河流下來的河流。”

More Than Just a Water Fight

不僅僅是一場水戰

Beyond the aquatic chaos, the parade features classic Fourth of July elements. There's candy, music, and a general sense of community spirit. WMTV’s sports anchor Mike “Jocko” Jacques even MC’ed the event, drawing folks from as far away as Ireland and Belgium! Plus, there's a Kid’s Decorated Vehicle Contest and a bucket raffle, adding to the festive atmosphere.

除了混亂之外，遊行還包括經典的七月四日元素。有糖果，音樂和一般的社區精神。 WMTV的體育主播Mike“ Jocko” Jacques甚至麥克（Mc）舉辦了比賽，吸引了遠至愛爾蘭和比利時的人們！另外，還有一個孩子裝飾的車輛競賽和一個水桶抽獎活動，增添了節日氣氛。

Why It Works

為什麼起作用

Token Creek resident Adam Palm sums it up perfectly: “everyone prepares” to get soaked. It’s an accepted, even celebrated, part of the tradition. This shared experience creates a unique bond, making the Fourth of July parade a true representation of small-town America. As attendee Zach Schoenderger put it, “Everybody coming together, celebrating together – it’s huge.” The pictures don't lie!

Token Creek居民Adam Palm完美地總結了它：“每個人都準備”浸泡。這是傳統的公認，甚至被慶祝的一部分。這種共同的經歷創造了獨特的聯繫，使7月四日遊行成為小鎮美國的真正代表。正如與會者扎克·舒恩德格（Zach Schoenderger）所說：“每個人聚在一起，慶祝 - 這是巨大的。”圖片不撒謊！

My Take

我的看法

Honestly, this sounds like the most fun you can have on the Fourth of July. Who needs fireworks when you can have a water gun fight with the whole town? It’s quirky, it’s refreshing, and it’s undeniably memorable. Seeing photos of kids armed with water guns, adults laughing as they get drenched, and the sheer volume of water being sprayed is something else. I'm pretty sure that Sarah Elmer winning her fourth frozen t-shirt contest in a row is a sign of how special the parade is.

老實說，這聽起來像是您在7月4日可以玩的最有趣的。當您可以與整個城鎮進行水槍戰鬥時，誰需要煙火？它很古怪，令人耳目一新，而且不可否認地令人難忘。看到武裝水上槍，成年人在濕透時大笑的照片，噴水的大量是另外一回事。我很確定莎拉·埃爾默（Sarah Elmer）連續贏得了她的第四次冷凍T卹比賽，這表明遊行有多特別。

So, next Fourth of July, ditch the barbecue and head to Token Creek. Just remember to bring your water gun and a good sense of humor – you're gonna get wet!

因此，下一個7月4日，拋棄燒烤，前往Token Creek。只需記住帶上水槍和幽默感 - 您會弄濕！