Post #244430 by Eleio the fleet on Sat, Jul 22, 2006 3:23 AM

For those wishing a “just the facts” breakdown of the event and who won what, please scroll to the middle of this post.

On Saturday, September 16th, 30 fearless adventurers gathered upon the beaches of an Island known to some as Hyland Hills Adventure Golf, jointly dedicated in cause and competition to discover the survivors of an ill fated flight and the priceless treasure of the tikis , rumored to be aboard. After taking on provisions, acquiring guides and honing their putting talents, the stalwart explorers (grouped in teams of two) checked their compasses and stepped into the unknown.

Soon after beginning their trek, the adventurers came upon a deserted village, near the ruins of a once great civilization.

After a short survey of their surroundings and a quick spot of tea, the adventurers posed for photographs before stepping back into the brush and resuming their quest.

Soon, after spying the last of the ancient ruins, the jungle growth thickened immensely, slowing the parties progress to a near crawl.

After what seemed to be days of persistent putting, the adventurers finally broke through to a river, where they discovered the final resting place of the ill-fated aircraft.

Finding neither survivor or treasure, the adventurers pushed on and after putting through seemingly endless expanses of jungle brush, avoiding the local wildlife and enduring a freezing wind, which felt as if the elements themselves were attempting to block their path, the party finally stood before a strange enchanted idol.

Spitting at and taunting the daring explorers, the idol offered promises of great treasure, should they complete a final challenge. Their quest nearly ended, each team eagerly stepped forward and confronted the idol, putters at the ready, and after completing the required task, disappeared from sight until none were left.

After a moment of darkness, each team awoke to find themselves seated within a great and exotic hut, attended by smiling island villagers and illuminated by a shining red lantern. Soft tropical tones tickled their ears, while the aromas of delicious pu-pus and tempting tropical drinks delighted their senses. Weary from their long journey, the adventurers soon found their spirits renewed as they consumed the fine repast and drenched their thirsts with a delicious beverage said to be created from the mighty volcano itself.

As good spirits infected the group, conversation rumbled and laughter roared throughout the room, until one of the villagers approached the crowd and told the mighty band that their arduous deeds had been witnessed and that some had earned the right to posses a piece of their tiki treasure, reclaimed from the downed aircraft.

Both by announcement and by contest, teams and single members of the group were called forth and recognized for achieving various accomplishments throughout the journey and were given dazzling objects, created by only the greatest of the oceanic artists.

Village Elders-Voodoo Vixens (Taboo Table from Beachbum Berry)

Best Tiki Attire competitors:

MatterHorn

Monty

Helz-Tiki Winner!!(Vintage Papua New Guinea Ancestor Figure from Tiki Toys)
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Most Holes In One-Brian of Papakole Kanaka (Bronco Coco Mug from Rum Demon)

3rd Place-Wave Riders (Tiki Pendants from Tacky Tiki)
Apologies to the Wave Riders: David and Jody, but your picture was badly blurred.

2nd Place-Blue Hawaiians: Monty and Kris(Blue Hawaiian art print from Tiki Cargo)

1st Place-Papakole Kananka (Trobriand Island Ceremonial Paddle from Oceanic Arts)

After many were recognized and numerous treasurers awarded, the adventurers lingered in the magical hut for a while longer, but soon yearned for the comforts of their homes. So, with sweet sorrow, the group of adventurers, once strangers, but now bonded into Ohana, made their goodbyes and posed for final photos before leaving the hut and eventually journeyed back to their homes, promising themselves that they would return once more.

Tiki Links 2007, coming next August!

Denver Ohana sign was created by: Tiki-el

Tiki Links Sponsored by the Denver Ohana
Event Creator-Eleio the Fleet

[ Edited by: Eleio the fleet 2006-09-26 00:24 ]