2.30pm

Final instructions and the countdown, and the Big Bulb plant began with a trumpet fanfare from District Governor Bernard, followed by a duff starting pistol shot, eventually a shot went off and the plant began

Dibbers at the ready

We made the decision to bring the challenge time forward to 2.30pm, it was becoming clear that possibly there would be a short fall in the expectation of numbers that would turn up. As some people had already been there an hour, an early start seemed a good option.

Getting Closer

Our stewards began positioning planters around the grounds ready for the challenge, it was decided to attack the grounds from several points. Above are some of Rotarys Geo-caching friends.

Young Planter

One of the younger planters with a new trowel
ready for the off.

Can't beat a good cuppa

District secretary Phil, enjoying a nice cuppa

Briefing

Our numbers were swelled by the support of fellow Rotarians in our District, the call for help was answered far beyond my wildest expectation

A number of Rotarians had already done their own planting of bulbs earlier in the day, and then travelled to support us. When like minded people get together it's amazing what can be accomplished.

Early Arrivals

Everyone was in place by 12.30pm, although the world record challenge was to begin at 3.00pm. A few planters arrived very early!