In a truly American twist on Fourth of July celebrations, Alaskans in Glacier View have found a new way to commemorate freedom without the dog-stressing, pollution-inducing use of fireworks: launching cars off a 300-foot cliff.
The tradition, known as the Glacier View Fourth of July Car Launch, began in 2005 when a local resident decided to dispose of his totaled Volvo by sending it crashing off the edge. Over the years, the event has evolved into an Independence Day extravaganza dedicated to “F Day” — freedom, faith, family, food and fun.
(And don’t worry about the environmental impact: After the festivities, the cars are recycled.)
