Last weekend, we carried on a proud island tradition by hosting the 4th BCI Olympic Games. This event pits BCI researchers against other STRI scientists from Tupper (the main labs in Panama City), Gamboa (the town accross the lake), and NAOS (the marine labs). Opening Ceremonies were held at the Old Dining Hall:
We had a old-time/bluegrass musical theme, provided by Mary-Jane and Gabs.
And some Chariots of Fire, as the torch arrived, up the very, very steep hill:
The crowd was rowdy, despite the time (closer to 8 am than 9), and the Gamboans were definitely the best dressed!
“Before the Opening Ceremony”
Our Senorita of Ceremonies, Andrea, got the morning off to a great start
The only event requiring actual athletic talent was the volleyball tournament in the morning. After that, it degenerated pretty quickly:
Unfortunately, Axel, who took these photos, left before the slip n’ slide got started. I’m still hunting around for someone with photos from the afternoon, including the slip n’ slide, floatie race, gladiator event, and the Jungle Sextathalon (its an obstacle course). Just as a preview though–I won the bronz metal in the slip n’ slide event!!