Monday, July 29, 2013

Up the Mountain

The last three Monday night ultimate (frisbee) games have been at Redeemer College in Ancaster, but its a very enjoyable ride.
First I climb the escarpment. In local vernacular we refer to the escarpment as the mountain.
Once on top I cut through a wonderful community full of a variety of older and thoughtfully constructed homesI normally object to oversized houses and everything they represent but these are an exception. I should have taken some pics!
Next through the abandoned psychiatric complex.




I think you would agree that it's a bit eerie.  It conjures up images of several horror movies!

Then a stop at Olive & Kiwi's for a coffee. This place is kind of hidden away but worth a side-trip if you find yourself on the West Mountain.

Still trying to figure out the GoPro but this photo was a fun accident.


"Stand aside please. Professional photographer coming through!"
Coffee by My Dog Joe



Cheers!

7 comments:

  1. I used to LOVE Ultimate, and played on a college intramural team. But now, in my old age, that seems like too much running and hurrying. Still love disc golf, however, and would like to play more of it. Glad to see you at it, young man!

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    1. Thanks for the encouragement! At 45 I think I am the elder statesman of the league but my team keeps wanting me back! God bless 'em.

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  2. Creepy cool old building. Is it being remodeled in to something else?

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    1. Not sure about that particular building. It's one of about 20 on the grounds, but yes, its the coolest and creepiest for sure!
      The local college bought all the grounds to expand and are indeed tearing some down and remodeling others.

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  3. It's amazing what you learn from blogs. I had never heard of ultimate frisbee until today!

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    1. Its pretty amazing to watch the flow of a good game. Very rhythmic and fluid when its done right.
      I'm sure youtube offers some wonderful action.

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