photos by Jared Boyd

In order to protect the identities and possibly the well-being of the people involved, theTelegraphassured all members of the Bucket Brigade that neither their faces nor names would be revealed. TheTelegraph, however, does not necessarily condone the persecution of tubers.

Step one: Fill five-gallon bucket with water. Step two:Carry bucket onto bridge. Step three: Dump water on unsuspecting rivergoers. Step four: Return to step one and repeat.

 

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