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Blowing Up Basehor

Keith Mark of MRA lights up freedom's way with 4th of July bash

Blowing Up Basehor
Keith Mark of "Shawn Michael's MacMillan River Adventures" has a wide patriotic streak and an affinity for setting off a huge fireworks display.

If you happen to be outside Kansas City, Kan., on June 29 and hear loud noises and some large explosions, don’t worry. It’s probably just Keith Mark celebrating his American freedoms.

Mark, who owns the huge spread in the Yukon Territory that’s the focus of “Shawn Michael’s MacMillan River Adventures,” celebrates the Fourth of July in a big way with barbecue, music, fellowship and fireworks. At his Basehor, Kan., residence, Mark holds what he calls a “Freedom Day Celebration.”

“We celebrate our American freedoms every day,” Mark said. “One day a year, we invite family, friends, co-workers, business associates...

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