Lodge School Old Scholars Cruise 2K8

The Lodge School Old Scholars Association certainly did not disappoint when they indicated that The Coffin would return this year. Despite the inclement weather earlier in the evening many old scholars boarded the M.V. Harbour Master vessel in order to usher the the "Return of the Coffin".

I must confess that I too almost changed my mind after witnessing the electrifying lightning display overhead before leaving home. Nonetheless, I braved the weather and joined the others already gathered at the pier.

Shortly after departing the Shallow Draught Complex the festive spirit seem to grip everyone on board, it was as though we all wanted to let loose and release the tensions of a hectic work week.

Later in the evening it was time for prizes and also the "Coffin Ceremony" with Mr. Mapp of the ole school reciting the Latin maxims from olden days at the Lodge. It was definitely a memorable voyage, I am eagerly looking forward to next year to see what the LSOSA Executive Committee has planned for the 2009 cruise.

The paparazzi on board took several photos... check out the event photos and video on Facebook.