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Could Port Perry be the home of the original KAPS Drinking Game? Every so often a ‘treasure’ is unearthed that doesn’t necessarily have any monetary value, but perks the interest of the purchaser. Such was the case for Cheyne Dowson last summer while rummaging through items at a yard sale in his native Edmonton. What Cheyne came across was a drinking game called KAPS, so he picked it up for two dollars. It was only after he got it home and unpacked the game board, rule book, beer caps and glasses that he noticed it may have originated in Port Perry. ands of university students may have indulged in similar games over the past 30 years, but there are probably few who know the ‘original’ game could well have its roots right here in Port Perry. KAPS - The Original Drinking Game was introduced to the public in 1980 by the KAPS Gaming Corporation. The address listed on the cover of the game’s ‘Rule Book’ is Box 640, Port Perry, Ont. Inside, Christopher K. Rich is listed as the president of the World Kaps Association and illustrations were provided by S. Weston. It’s not known if either of these men are from the Port Perry area, or if they are in fact pseudonyms. Inan effort to learn more about his find, Cheyne contacted Focus on Scugog, looking for information about how the game originated. This self-pro- claimed student of natural history and Canadiana, is currently writing a book called ‘Collecting Canada’, and the game fits well into his theme. “This was a game with a drinking theme and I’ve always had a soft spot for dark rum and coke - and it’s Canadian too, eh!” he laughs. Researching the internet we find that there is confusion as to where and when the game originated, although one site suggests it goes back long before 1980. Most references to the game today use the spelling “CAPS”, rather than the Port Perry version “KAPS”. Please turn to page 29 Cer Tee l-Val ale M-Vale Me-kxcxeled (-1 cto e-et (N14 (tomer Ta (-x-10 Cee-Lo EE lae | pain in many places of the body. A a A Physiotherapist can help wi CUPUNGTURE OTe Sela ee Ome ke UT: LL MASSAGE THERAPY. ¢ wrist or elbow pain associated with pruning/cutting ¢ knee pain with kneeling No referral necessary. Evening and early morning appointments available. Ras Located in the Physiotherapy Medical Building 462 Paxton St., Port Perry Covered By For an appointment call: Most Extended ASSOCIATES43% SoS°S8S"S36o Cini FOCUS - MAY 2010 29