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The 'High School Eats Dick' Polooza

On the 26th August 2006, the first Palooza event of 2006 kicked off. I was noticably absent from the event, and it is the first Palooza I have missed since its inception in 2004. However there are a few that have kept the tradition alive, and the new captain of the Palmerston North chapter has written a few words to document the mayhem that shadows a Palooza event.

Note: Those who have yet to be desensitized by the carnage of Polooza events may be shocked and awed at the following tale. You have been warned…

Carpalooza

Let me tell you a tale. A tale of five heroes, all on a crusade to bring their vision to the masses. The day of this groundbreaking journey would be a day of laughter, betrayal, and celebration. Hearts would be broken; bonds of friendship tested; and respect would be gained. Today is the anniversary of that day. And this is their story.

Encierro - the running of/with bulls

I awoke, startled. My eyes, slowly gaining focus, revealed my blurry surroundings, a messy tent. The taste of sangria still tainted my tongue, which I peeled from the roof of my mouth. A voice, which sounded like it was outside my tent, was yelling something about rubbing with balls. I checked the time - 5.42am.

San Fermin opening day

The Spanish really do know how to throw a party. The opening day of fiestas de San Fermin kicks off at midday. However the events before and after the opening ceremony are far more entertaining.

The Party Professionals

A bus full of antipodeans, two bus drivers and tour guide is how the journey started. It is also how it ended but along the way some epic stories were created, new friends made and a hell of a lot of alcohol was consumed. Except for the stupendous bus journey I can say I had a pretty good time in Spain. The tour company I travelled with were call PP Travel (PP stands for Party Professionals - aptly named). Here’s how it all went down.