Adventure group go axe throwing
Sixteen members of the Adventure Group met on Thursday 23rd March at the Boom Battle Bar in Exeter for a taste of axe throwing and Crazier Golf. Axe throwing looks simple enough, but proved to be surprisingly tricky. However, most of us experienced the satisfactory ‘thunk’ of a well thrown axe on more than one occasion, and a £10 prize for the highest score was announced. Both Kerry Sherwin and John Vick showed a remarkable aptitude for throwing axes, but whether the skill had been gained in this life or a previous incarnation remained a mystery. However, Graham Winchester came through strongly with his last few throws to be awarded the prize.
Crazier Golf was also scored individually with four people playing at a time, and if my companions hadn’t placed a limit of 10 strokes at each hole I’d still be there. The initial result was a draw between Mary Mansfield and Barry Baker. Their 22 strokes each suggest a misspent youth. A thrilling playoff was arranged, and Mary was awarded the £10.
It was an entertaining afternoon doing something I doubt any of us would have tried outside the group, and I’m sure we’re all looking forward to whatever Deborah has in store for us in April.
Michael Heyden
