The Summit Conservation Club's 2nd Annual Outhouse Races

The town of Summit, NY, was recently shaken with a whirlwind of excitement as the 2nd Annual Summit Conservation Club Outhouse Races took center stage. Under overcast clouds, the atmosphere shifted, and the laughter and good times that ensued lifted the gloom away, leaving only the echoes of joy.

Imagine a race where the participants aren't speeding down a traditional track but rather navigating a semi-circular, muddy course on outhouse sleds. Yes, you read that right – outhouse sleds! The teams took the concept of racing to new heights, building their sleds around the structure of an outhouse. One team member had to sit within the outhouse, while the rest of the team pushed and steered the sled. The sled could have skis or wheels for maneuvering the course.

Before the race, organizers desperately tried to add the little snow available to the track, hoping it would lend some traction to the impending chaos.

The Summit Conservation Club created this eccentric event as a way to combat the winter blues. Recognizing the need for a quirky and entertaining activity during the colder months, they birthed the idea of racing outhouses around a track.

As teams geared up for the race, the creativity in team names stole the spotlight. Teams like "Yabba Dabba Poo" and "Love Shat" had the crowd in stitches before the race even began. The witty and humorous team names set the tone for the light-hearted competition that was about to unfold.

The muddy track added an extra layer of fun, turning the race into a slippery spectacle. Teams struggled to keep their footing, and outhouse rides collided, jockeying for position as if they were in a high-stakes Formula 1 race. The atmosphere was electric, and as a spectator, you couldn't help but feel like you were about to be run over and taken for a ride yourself.

Amidst the chaos, one unfortunate team experienced the ultimate mishap – their outhouse fell apart into the inevitable crapper. However, rather than dampening spirits, the incident only fueled the joy and laughter emanating from the racers' faces. Good sportsmanship prevailed, and the camaraderie among teams added an extra layer of charm to the event.

The races were organized in a round-robin style, with two teams facing off at a time. While the competitive spirit was alive and well, it quickly became apparent that the true winner of the day was the spirit of fun and community. At the end of the day, the results were secondary to the good times had by all and the money raised for a charitable cause – The Joshua Project.

In a world filled with serious competitions and high-stakes events, the 2nd Annual Summit Conservation Club Outhouse Races reminded everyone that sometimes, all you need is a little laughter, creativity, and the willingness to race on an outhouse sled to make a difference in the community. Here's to flushing away the mundane and embracing the hilarity that comes with racing outhouses!

Follow the Summit Conservation Club on Facebook HERE

Learn more about The Joshua Project in Schoharie County HERE

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