Alex throws his water

Alex searches the shed for inspiration. He initially considers using a sprinkler, but is not thrilled with the selection of items available in the shed, believing that none of it will be particularly helpful.

He eventually settles on using a bucket, and fills it with water from the nearby garden hose.

When Alex asks Antoine if he believes that Alex is strong enough to simply throw the bucket of water onto the sauna stones, Antoine is not sure. Alex responds that he believes he has “a decent arm”.

When Alex stands behind the rope and flings the contents of the bucket towards the stones, the water actually gets quite close, but not close enough. Encouraged, Alex refills the bucket, excited to try again.

Alex’s next throw actually travels far enough to hit the stones, but arches too far to the right for any of it to land on them. Alex refills the bucket and waits for the wind to stop blowing before attempting another throw.

On his third attempt, Alex’s aim is true, and the water lands directly on the stones, making them hiss.

Alex completes the task in 3 minutes and 58 seconds, and earns first place.

(Written by Jenny R and proofread by Karl Craven)

(Illustrations collected by Jenny R and adjusted by David Fuller)