The Swimathon

Bode's swim-team had a fundraiser last night--the Swimathon.  Bode got pledges from two wealthy benefactors (Mom and Dad) for $150 if he swam 200 laps, which is 5,000 yards.  The swimmers had two hours to complete the yardage.  Here's Bode helping to set up the lane lines.

Next, we have Bode and Justin getting ready.

The swimathon wasn't the most exciting event, as it was the team just swimming laps.  They could swim them however they wanted--kick boards, freestyle, back stroke.  I was proud because Bode didn't quit and swam all 200 laps in just under two hours.

When he finished, he had his coach sign his lap-sheet.

The boys got some pizza for their hard work.  I took a post-swim picture of the two fund-raising champions.

A couple weekends ago, Bode's YES club went to a cave simulator.  Fortunately the weather was nice (well, not freezing).  Here are some pictures.  First, Bode checking out a stream before things started.

There were a number of activities with some speakers talking about working in caves.  I think everyone got grossed out when one speaker said when you are caving, you can't go to the bathroom in the cave because it can harm the environment.  Thus, you have to go in bags and bring everything out with you (for both #1 and #2--YUCK!) 

They also had a small-space simulator.  They could make the gap smaller and smaller, so the kids could crawl through confined spaces.

Bode seemed to enjoy himself with his classmates.  Afterwards, we went to Waffle House.  Mommy and Bode are goof-balls.

Happy weekend to everyone.