Event 7 – Go Ape [REPORT]
It was an early start on a Saturday morning, but ten people converged on Bracknell’s Swinley Forest, just outside London, for a day out of Go Ape. Go Ape involves wearing a harness replete with clips, carabiner and a pulley… One almost feels like Batman. Next is a climb up into the canopies of the forest to take on a series of challenges high above the earth – from rope bridges to swinging planks to rope nets to moving logs to tunnels – each section ending with a glorious long zip wire back to the ground.
It was a day of high energy, adventure and excitement. The group bonded and yelled encouragement to each other on each challenge – especially one of the most scary tasks, a jumping drop and zip line into a rope web. The spirit of all-for-one-and-one-for-all was certainly in the air.
At the end of the day we were all exhausted, elated and glowing from our Go Ape adventure. We convoyed to a nearby pub where the food and drink went down so well after our exertions. Everyone said they had an amazing time out, and then asked what, when and where was the next adventure? Well, that remains to be seen!
Testimonials from the day
What an amazing day out! What are we doing next?
– Z (female), 30
Does it get any better than adventures in the tree tops?
– Anon (female), 27
I’m knackered. Again, again, again!
– Alex (male), 34
Photos from the event
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Weekly Notes #11 – Time to get “eventing”!
For the week ending 24th of July, 2011
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This past week has felt really productive, not least because two new AYMP events are up: Event 6 (Climbing at the Castle) and Event 7 (Go Ape). Both of these adventures represent things that people have been requesting; namely more sporty, adventurous type activities. So LET’S DO IT! The climbing will take place in north London and the Go Ape somewhere outside of London, but both will be what people want; fun and active ways to meet a group of like-minded people.
It will be interesting to see what follow-up adventures and relationships may also result in the long term.
Something that made me laugh me this past week
It might be a few years old, but this past week CeCe and I were watching the show “The IT Crowd” and we caught an episode that opened with a hilarious montage on how social networking actually works. One segment shows the lovely lady above, and the voice-over exclaims “[...] and maybe find that special someone.”
Previously I had written some articles (one about Freemium online dating and the other about Location Based Dating) both of which mentioned how quite a few men I know using online dating seem to find more call girls than real girls on some of the dating services they use. I might be late to the party on “The IT Crowd”, but it’s interesting to see how some things don’t change after a few years.
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Event 7 – Go Ape [EVENT DETAILS]
Zipping through trees and all kinds of outdoor adventure – it’s going to be a great day out.
Event details
When: Saturday, 13th of August 2011 (NEED CONFIRMATION BY NO LATER THAN 9th OF AUGUST.)
Cost: £30 for the day + transport + food/drink.
Location: To be confirmed – it will be just outside of London/M25, with links to trains (or we might car share – it will be with http://www.goape.co.uk/)
Weather warning: In the event of rainy weather, please bring waterproof clothing. We can still go ape in the rain!
How to book your spot: If you’re interested in attending, please email me on events@areyoumypartner.com to let me know By no later than the 9th of August. After that a non-refundable deposit will be required to confirm your booking. Look forward to seeing you there!
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