Michaela Kane
Last Thursday at 7pm, students gathered at the Haverhill athletic fields to witness the sixteenth annual lighting of the fire, a traditional event everyone looks forward to each year. Starting off homecoming, the Bonfire was a great way to begin an eventful week.
After the playing of the National Anthem, the fire was lit and the festivities began. The bonfire was the first thing spectators noticed as they approached the fields, along with the music that filled the air. Diagonally across the bonfire was the roped of tug of war arena, waiting for its competitors. Behind that was the famous mechanical bull, where there were always people waiting in a stretched out line for their turn. To the left of the bull and past the tug of war, the new Wipeout game challenged all who attempted to cross it.
Each year, the Bonfire holds several activities in order to engage the students, such as the mechanical bull, Wipeout, and tug of war. The mechanical bull, a traditional attraction at the bonfire, was a favorite by the students yet again. A large mass of people eager to ride could always be found waiting in line at the bull, sometimes winding all the way around the machine. Even though the line was long, students still jumped back in at an attempt to beat their previous time. Along with the mechanical bull, Wipeout was easily just as popular. As a new attraction this year, students were not sure what to expect of it, but it proved to be a successful event. In the attempt to complete the course, students kept jumping back in line, no matter how long the wait. It was clear that it was a crowd favorite, and students say they want it back next year. The tug of war provided competition and entertainment for the several teams and spectators that lined along the barriers to watch. In groups of ten, students faced off in the muddy grass in hopes of victory. In an unexpected win, the girls field hockey team beat the football team for their final match.
Although all of the activities were enjoyed by the student body, one of the best experiences for them was the chance to be with friends. When asked what the best part of the Bonfire was, one student concluded, “getting to see my friends.” The Bonfire was the first of many events that brings the students together, giving them the chance to appreciate their school.
Whether it was someone’s first or fourth year at the Bonfire, all around everyone enjoyed it. For those who came for the first time, they cannot wait to go back, and for those of whom it was their last, they said that it was the best year yet.
Each year, the Bonfire holds several activities in order to engage the students, such as the mechanical bull, Wipeout, and tug of war. The mechanical bull, a traditional attraction at the bonfire, was a favorite by the students yet again. A large mass of people eager to ride could always be found waiting in line at the bull, sometimes winding all the way around the machine. Even though the line was long, students still jumped back in at an attempt to beat their previous time. Along with the mechanical bull, Wipeout was easily just as popular. As a new attraction this year, students were not sure what to expect of it, but it proved to be a successful event. In the attempt to complete the course, students kept jumping back in line, no matter how long the wait. It was clear that it was a crowd favorite, and students say they want it back next year. The tug of war provided competition and entertainment for the several teams and spectators that lined along the barriers to watch. In groups of ten, students faced off in the muddy grass in hopes of victory. In an unexpected win, the girls field hockey team beat the football team for their final match. 
Although all of the activities were enjoyed by the student body, one of the best experiences for them was the chance to be with friends. When asked what the best part of the Bonfire was, one student concluded, “getting to see my friends.” The Bonfire was the first of many events that brings the students together, giving them the chance to appreciate their school.
Whether it was someone’s first or fourth year at the Bonfire, all around everyone enjoyed it. For those who came for the first time, they cannot wait to go back, and for those of whom it was their last, they said that it was the best year yet.
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