We used a very systematic way to pack up the books, splitting into two highly skilled teams and starting at opposite ends. Tom Oakes' team finished first, but had less volume. John Huftalen's team produced the most volume, but lacked in the superior sheet-reading skills clearly evident on the Oakes' side of the room.

Scott Sala handing the marker to Tom Oakes as the other team goofs off in the background.

After the shelves were cleared both teams merged into one de-bricking unit.

Scott moves a finished box out of the room under the direction of evil-librarian Huftalen.

Finally done, after 2-3 laborious hours, we sink into familiar ground by grabbing icy beverages to cool our weary hands...and our thirsts.

Chris insisted he get in a few shots, suffering from photographer's-omission syndrome.

And the sled dog arrives to later haul out the boxes...

One last shot with our reward at hand.