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The Traditions
The Throwing of Change
Inspired by an unexplainable action of Sporadic Jack at Keflavik International Airport, any time a Man is picked up by another Man from an airport, the ride giver must throw a handful of spare change at the ride receiver when offering a welcoming handshake. Inquiries into the odd nature of this tradition are referred to Schmitz the Redeemer for explanation.
The Affluent Salt and Pepper Diner
Comedian John Mulaney has a joke about the repeated airing of Tom Jones "What's New Pussycat?" at the Salt and Pepper Diner, in the greater Chicagoland area. The Weekend of Man has taken this joke to an extreme, culminating in 34 consecutive playings of the song without interruption. At any point a Weekend of Man vehicle is transiting an affluent neighborhood with a median income at least 1.5 times the surrounding metro area, it must be played as loud as tolerable to vehicle occupants, with all windows down.
The Beer of the Pioneers
Each year, a number of Men choose to arrive to The Weekend of Man one day early. A single rule must be observed: They must purchase a two cases of beer: The first is a case of Blatz Light. The second is a 30-crate of the cheapest beer sold at Dino's Liquors, Aurora MN, with a preference towards a 30-crate not previously consumed by Weekend of Man Alumni. Strict adherence to Brotocol #8 is required.
The Smoking of the Pipes
Each year, the Men who choose to arrive one day early engage in a ritual smoking of pipes at sunset. Sporadic Jack supplies the pipes and a variety of cavendish for Men to enjoy. Each Man can select any pipe of his choosing, however there are two that are held separately, that each Man must individually earn.
Each year immediately following the first round of the Ironhead Cup, an epic feast is served to the finest of Men. Called Sausage Fest for its function and its form, it is the first gathering of Men at the temporary Home of Man.
The Marina Rule
Any time a watercraft is in motion on an open body of water, under the power of a gasoline fueled motor (either two cycle or four cycle), "Marina" by Johnny Mandel must be played at a volume loud enough for all occupants of said watercraft to hear, on single-song repeat.
Inspired by an unexplainable action of Sporadic Jack at Keflavik International Airport, any time a Man is picked up by another Man from an airport, the ride giver must throw a handful of spare change at the ride receiver when offering a welcoming handshake. Inquiries into the odd nature of this tradition are referred to Schmitz the Redeemer for explanation.
The Affluent Salt and Pepper Diner
Comedian John Mulaney has a joke about the repeated airing of Tom Jones "What's New Pussycat?" at the Salt and Pepper Diner, in the greater Chicagoland area. The Weekend of Man has taken this joke to an extreme, culminating in 34 consecutive playings of the song without interruption. At any point a Weekend of Man vehicle is transiting an affluent neighborhood with a median income at least 1.5 times the surrounding metro area, it must be played as loud as tolerable to vehicle occupants, with all windows down.
The Beer of the Pioneers
Each year, a number of Men choose to arrive to The Weekend of Man one day early. A single rule must be observed: They must purchase a two cases of beer: The first is a case of Blatz Light. The second is a 30-crate of the cheapest beer sold at Dino's Liquors, Aurora MN, with a preference towards a 30-crate not previously consumed by Weekend of Man Alumni. Strict adherence to Brotocol #8 is required.
The Smoking of the Pipes
Each year, the Men who choose to arrive one day early engage in a ritual smoking of pipes at sunset. Sporadic Jack supplies the pipes and a variety of cavendish for Men to enjoy. Each Man can select any pipe of his choosing, however there are two that are held separately, that each Man must individually earn.
- The Nordic - A wood-carved pipe featuring a nordic viking head. A Man must first show proficiency with a lesser pipe before being granted the Nordic.
- The Richard Talbot - The pipe of Sporadic Jack's Grandfather, the Richard Talbot may only be awarded to a single Man each year. This decision has been delegated (per Brotocol #3) to Sporadic Jack.
Each year immediately following the first round of the Ironhead Cup, an epic feast is served to the finest of Men. Called Sausage Fest for its function and its form, it is the first gathering of Men at the temporary Home of Man.
The Marina Rule
Any time a watercraft is in motion on an open body of water, under the power of a gasoline fueled motor (either two cycle or four cycle), "Marina" by Johnny Mandel must be played at a volume loud enough for all occupants of said watercraft to hear, on single-song repeat.
The Activities
Minnesota Off Highway Vehicle (OHV/ATV) Park
About five miles away from Giants Ridge is the state's only designated OHV park. Its located in a reclaimed mine and is managed by the State of Minnesota. You can rent 4-wheelers and moto-cross bikes and go bombing around until your heart is content. Trails are graded much like ski slopes, offering a variety of terrain for novice and experienced riders.
http://www.ironrange.org/recreation/atv-ohv/
Mine Tours
Built on top of old iron mine tailings, Mine View In The Sky give you a fantastic view of the entire city of Virginia, MN and the now-flooded mine pit that sits adjacent to the town. It's free to go up and get a great view of the Iron Range.
http://www.ironrange.org/attractions/mining/mineview-in-the-sky/
If you'd rather go down 2,300 feet into the earth than several hundred feet above it, you can take a tour of the Soudan Underground Mine. It's on the south shores of Lake Vermilion, about 5-10 minutes East of Fortune Bay.
http://www.ironrange.org/attractions/mining/soudan-mine/
Frisbee (Disc) Golf
Giants Ridge is home to one of the world's largest disc golf courses. Its next to the ski hill/resort, mere steps from The Legend clubhouse and The Giants Ridge Lodge. It will run you a whopping five bucks to play, and has some great views of Giants Ridge as it plays up the ski hill. Follow the link below for a course map and some great pictures of the views from the course.
http://www.giantsridge.com/resort/disc-golf
Biking & Hiking
Giants Ridge maintains several miles of biking and hiking trails. For those that would like to take the "leisurely" version of hiking/biking, there's a "Summit Shuttle" that will drive groups up to the top of the ski hill. Given the laid-back nature of the Iron Range, you might even be able to take a beverage or two with you.
Floatplane Tours
By far one of the most exhilarating ways to enjoy flight, you can tour Lake Vermilion and the surrounding region (including Giants Ridge) from the air! Flights require a reservation and are reasonably priced, so if you want to go, give Van Air a call. See link below.
http://www.flyvanair.com/
About five miles away from Giants Ridge is the state's only designated OHV park. Its located in a reclaimed mine and is managed by the State of Minnesota. You can rent 4-wheelers and moto-cross bikes and go bombing around until your heart is content. Trails are graded much like ski slopes, offering a variety of terrain for novice and experienced riders.
http://www.ironrange.org/recreation/atv-ohv/
Mine Tours
Built on top of old iron mine tailings, Mine View In The Sky give you a fantastic view of the entire city of Virginia, MN and the now-flooded mine pit that sits adjacent to the town. It's free to go up and get a great view of the Iron Range.
http://www.ironrange.org/attractions/mining/mineview-in-the-sky/
If you'd rather go down 2,300 feet into the earth than several hundred feet above it, you can take a tour of the Soudan Underground Mine. It's on the south shores of Lake Vermilion, about 5-10 minutes East of Fortune Bay.
http://www.ironrange.org/attractions/mining/soudan-mine/
Frisbee (Disc) Golf
Giants Ridge is home to one of the world's largest disc golf courses. Its next to the ski hill/resort, mere steps from The Legend clubhouse and The Giants Ridge Lodge. It will run you a whopping five bucks to play, and has some great views of Giants Ridge as it plays up the ski hill. Follow the link below for a course map and some great pictures of the views from the course.
http://www.giantsridge.com/resort/disc-golf
Biking & Hiking
Giants Ridge maintains several miles of biking and hiking trails. For those that would like to take the "leisurely" version of hiking/biking, there's a "Summit Shuttle" that will drive groups up to the top of the ski hill. Given the laid-back nature of the Iron Range, you might even be able to take a beverage or two with you.
Floatplane Tours
By far one of the most exhilarating ways to enjoy flight, you can tour Lake Vermilion and the surrounding region (including Giants Ridge) from the air! Flights require a reservation and are reasonably priced, so if you want to go, give Van Air a call. See link below.
http://www.flyvanair.com/
OK guys, this is going to work and it's going to be hilarious!
Undrafted Jeff - Plotting the hand-in-warm-water trick on The Bobocracy, standing adjacent to a still-awake Bobocracy.
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