As we are now past labour day, who knows what the weather will be like. It could be summer or winter, sunny or raining, but the darkness is starting to appear near the end of the run.
Headlights start to become a thing at this time of year, so remember that. Hot Cheeks decided it time to introduce Swollen Member to the art of haring a run. These are skills that he can use in all aspects of his happy life.
After a bit of adjusting the start location, Local 403 Pub in Canyon Meadows SW was selected as the start location. Access to Fish Creek was important for the success of this run.
The group arrived at the pub and prepared for the fine trail that had been planned for them to follow.
Fancy EntranceFootball game distractions
It was time to head out to the parking lot circle up. A good turnout of over 20 hashers was encouraging to see.
Circle up!Tighty WhiteyPrincess Monkey SpankerBooty CampLiquor LotsKarate Klit
Swollen Member and Hot Cheeks
DastardlyScissor SisterPyroStrap On CramponTwistySlow ClapHardlyKing ShitMucky DipDaisy DukeShakesbeerOPPLazy Cummer
Insane Bolt
Insane Bolt ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions.
Insane Bolt runs the circle
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks.
We have made marksStandard stuffFlaggingAll these marks
This is the chalk I used to mark the trail
The pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
Leaving the parking lot, the pack spread out to find the marks for true trail. A few false trails were explored prior to finding the good marks. Apparently, some of the marks were a little thin from the recent rain, making finding the trail a bit more challenging.
Off we goWe will wait until someone tells us where to goLL returns from the wrong wayThe hare ensuring the pack is going the right waySlow Clap adjusting her headlightShakesbeer PMS with a digit greeting
Narrow trail
This bridge looks goodFalse trailSlow Clap uses hand signals to suggest the directionLL heading outSS walking brisklySwollen Member proud of this markThe fence is to keep the riff raff out
Hashers showing off their best features
So many check marksThis is confusingFish CreekBridge over Fish CreekLook what we found!Well placed flaggingFun times aheadShoes are so clean!Nice and clear water
Scoobie leading the way through this section of the creek
Getting darkerWhere are the beavers?Smart hasher with a headlampThe water is this big!Daisy crosses safelyHot Creeks and Strap On Crampon navigating the rocksShakesbeer making sureScissor Sister wants to keep her gloves dryFinally, the regroup is found
After enjoying the refreshments and the munchies, the pack headed into the pub to prepare for the down down’s, and some sort of spinning wheel distraction.
You could get sucked into this distractionPre down down distractions
The group settled into the pub and figured out that they could get a fantastic deal on a hamburger, with a full pint beer, and the opportunity to spin the wheel, and delay the start of the down downs.
Down Down’s
Eventually, the thrill of the spinning wheel was over. The patient Religious Advisor, Skewbic Hair, now had the attention of the group.
A choir of Tighty Whitey and Scissor Sister was chosen and the program began.
Skewbic Hair RA with choir, Scissor Sister and Tighty Whitey
Hares – Swollen Member and Hot CheeksSlow ClapSo Dry!Down Down for me!Tighty Whitey and Shakesbeer – traffic offencesLL and OPP – Some touchingDastardly – too many stairsHardly – Beaver sightingKarate Klit – Big walking adventure completedInsane Bolt – recent birthday recoveryBlue Balls – Lighter hash cashDaisy Duke – Apple treatmentBeauty Contest WinnersLazy Cummer – GPS failure
Tighty Whitey had to excuse himself from choir duties and Hardly was pressed into emergency choir service.
Hardly saves the choir day!
No volunteer RA for next week, so let’s down the RA and declare “on the piss”
With the down downs complete, the group was declared to be “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
An adventurous trail of some 6 km was enjoyed by the pack. Fine trail set by the veteran Hot Cheeks and the new hare Swollen Member.
Already Labour Day! Where has the summer gone? An afternoon run was offered by Booty Camp and Snow Blower to mark this special day. Of note, there is some sort of football game on Labour Day which is important to the football following hashers.
A brilliant bit or organization enabled the hashers and the football hashers to both be happy!
Timing was important. As such, a sharp 2:00 pm run start time was enforced. This might have created a small problem for the 2:05 arrivers, but that was all sorted.
A circle happened on the front lawn of the hosts house, and Camshaft went through the announcements and introductions.
Camshaft running the circle
Karate Klit (with someone in the background)Mr. PeeeeeNutMmmmm Lady Fingers and Littlest HoeBooty CampInsane BoltDastardlyXXX RayTwistyHot CheeksKing ShitHardlyMouthfulDirty DancerPull My WoodyLiquor LotsPMSCamshaftCan You Hear Me NowAbandoned Pussy
The hare was called into the circle and the marks were described to the pack.
The marks
The pack was released to find the marks.
The Trail
The pack was rewarded with finding marks as they ventured off on the pathways. They are a couple of key bridges that come into play in the neighbourhood. Marks were present.
The walkers formed a line and played follow the leader as Booty Camp lead them to a secret rendez-vous.
Following the trailTrail Treasure
A secret destination was revealed for the regroup. With the football game thing happening, there was a “tailgating” opportunity that was enjoyed by the group.
Hashers on the wayAcross the streetGetting closeHashers converge on the partyBirthday Cupcakes
Someone recently had a birthday!
Tailgating
Post tailgating, the pack was released. Some hung around to go to the football game, while others set off to find the trail back to the start. There was a long trail and a short trail. Both ended up at the same place.
Head?Hashers approachingVantage pointLook at all those hashers down thereHashers with a purposeSecond regroup foundRefreshments are good!
After suitable refreshment, it was back to the house for indoor down down’s.
Nice and warm inside
The group settled down waiting for the down down’s to begin.
Down Down’s
Insane Bolt was able to conduct the down down’s. He got prepared and the beverages were made ready.
Beverages readyInsane Bolt ready
Insane Bolt started by selecting a choir. The combined efforts of Princess Monkey Spanker and Abandoned Pussy were chosen to select the songs.
AP checks her body parts while singing a suitable song
The down down’s started with the hares, followed by a selection of other offenders.
The Hares – Booty Camp and Snow BlowerMouthfulDirty DancerCan You Hear Me NowCamel Song – so fast it was blurryKarate KlitXXX RayKing ShitDastardlyLiquor LotsSkewbic Hair – RA for next weekInsane Bolt is demonstrating how high he can reachDown Down for the hostsInsane declaring the group “on the piss”
With the formal ceremonies complete, the group dispersed. Apparently there was some sort of fast loud airplane thing happening at the football game.
Excitement is everywhereFast loud planes spotted
With the fun an frolic complete, the crowd dispersed to pay attention the the football game. This did not end well for the home team….
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of close to 5 km was delivered to the hares. The distraction of the football game added to the enjoyment of the run.
We were pleased that Shakesbeer volunteered to set trail on short notice. He selected Sandy Beach SW as a starting point. A surprising amount of wilderness and difficult trails are near by, plus the Elbow River!
The group assembled in the recently renovated parking lot and prepared for the circle to be called. Apparently there were some pre run novelties in the form of Jello and something in a small cup.
GatheringChattingYummy treatsThese are really good!
There was a small selection of hashers that were late to the circle. Apparently an unexpected power failure meant access denied to her car. A rescue mission was initiated. As such, early picture taking of the circle was handled by Dastardly.
With the circle called, the group assembled in something that looked like a circle.
A bit of a tilt, but Camshaft held his ground
Mr. PeeeeeNutHot CheeksScissor SisterSnevilPrincess Monkey SpankerSwollen MemberHump the SharkCamshaftMmmmmm Lady FingersSlow Clap and Beer in the RearKarate KlitInsane BoltSnow BlowerRashy Bush and All Hands on DickVa JJSir Pukes-AlotStool StufferHardlyKing ShitBooty CampTwistyBoob Check and Lying Sack of ShitPyroStrap On CramponShakesbeerDastardlyLazy Cummer with assistance from KK
A flurry of activity as the late group arrived to join the circle after rescuing a stranded hasher.
Scoobie arriving late from a rescue mission
Rescued Hasher – Liquor LotsMucky DipScoobie saves the dayReserved parking!
After the interruption subsided, the hare was called into the circle to describe the marks for the trail.
Some like thisSome like thatMany marksThese marks appear to be upside down
With the marks describe, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
From the parking lot, the pack started looking for marks. There was some confusion as the which way was out, as perhaps the end of trail marks were found first.
All was sorted out eventually as the pack disappeared into the dense brush by the Elbow River.
Let us find trailWe were not confident with this choiceSome think it is this wayFollow the packNot sure about thisFinally, we find trail
The trail continued through dense brush with many trees across the pathway that required some climbing to get over.
Beach runBack hereThis looks good!Open pathway
Wide open spaces
Looks like the sun is setting
Cross county
No pickle ballLooks uphill!Stoolie trying to catch ScoobieTime to run!Abby Road crossingLL finds Insane BoltWhat to doNot a good choiceGreat check backThis way looks goodWhere are we going!More bush wackingFound this lovely structureStrap On with confidenceScoobie sneaks a shot of Beer in the RearDam, a dam is approaching!A paradeLove these stairsSome sort of viewFollow the packStrap On takes it all in!Looks like a river from hereA collection of running hashersA walkers convoyHot Cheeks test fitting the hat shit on Booty CampMr. PeeeeeNut tries out a new look
Spotted on the red track
Tennis is noisyFound the blue trackWhere is that red trackWish they could do a better job of spacing these stairsPlayground spottedWe are done having fun
This is a good sign
Then the regroup was found and everyone was pleased.
Moving in to the parking lot
The lawn chairs came out and the group took over a portion of the parking lot.
Close to the regroup vehicleNice lineSir Pukes-Alot having a ballStoolie, before the beer spilledBooty Camp and Scissor Sister have different chairsPMS and Hot Cheeks posingSnevil and Swollen memberHardly and TwistyWho is that next to Mr. PeeeeeNut?Mucky Dip returns
Such a happy group patiently waiting for the down down’s to begin.
The Down Down’s
The beverages were prepared and the Religious Advisor, Strap On Crampon, prepared here program in here very small notebook.
Preparing material for the down down’s
With all the preliminaries done, it was show time. Strap On donned a ceremonial sarong and led the down down’s from the middle of the circle.
I am ready! Are you?
Strap On selected a choir of Dastardly, Lazy Cummer and Rashy Bush. A mostly sitting choir was revved up to sing themselves a song.
Best mostly sitting choir in a while
First off was the hare, who received a down down for setting a great trail.
Shakesbeer – pose 1Shakesbeer – pose 2Sing me a song!
The family that hashes together gets a down down together. Apparently Scissor Sister was associated with this group through salad discussions.
Hashing Family supported by Scissor Sister
Lying Sack of Shit and Snow BlowerKing ShitNew Hat Shit for King Shit from Hot CheeksLazy Cummer and PMS – some horrendous crimeInsane BoltMmmmm Lady FingersSnevilLSOS and Stool StufferBooty CampI suspect these down down’s are for rescuing Liquor LotsIs it getting dark?Scissor SisterInsane Bolt and Strap On Crampon – RA down down
With the down down’s complete, we were declared to be “on the piss”
Immediately after Insane Bolt accepted a beer for the next RA, he remembered his schedule and had to immediately capitulate. Scoobie will pick it up for the next run.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The epic trail ended up to be 7 km through the deepest recesses of Sandy Beach Park. Great views with interesting terrain. A fine effort by Shakesbeer!
With the recent passing of our veteran Calgary Hash House Harrier, Whale Wanker (Tom Wheeler), a tribute run was proposed to coincide with his birthday.
King Shit and On In volunteered to set trail starting from a known location on Kensington Road, Pizza Bob’s. The neighbourhood has hosted many hash runs in the past and was close to Whale Wanker’s was living.
A significant turn out of hashers arrived at Pizza Bob’s and the parking lot filled up with runners (and walkers).
This would be Pizza Bob’s
Once parking was sorted out, the group got larger as more hashers arrived.
Hashers gathering
The group was invited to circle up by Camshaft, who went through the announcements and introductions.
Circle Up!
Scooter Slow ClapStrap On Crampon and Huggy BearBooty Camp and Liquor LotsHump the Shark and Hot CheeksStool Stuffer, Sir Pukes-Alot and Va JJKarate Klit and HardlyTighty Whitey and On InScissor SisterMr. PeeeeeNutFlat and DastardlyMmmmm Lady FingerAll Hands On Dick, Rashy Bush and Slippy ThongJust DawnSlow ClapComes and Goes and Fog HornySucks EverythingNo HareSkully and LumberjackPyro and Cock TaleNot Too Deep and IceBagPyroKing ShitLying Sack of Shit and Boob Check
Knobby, Shack Shock and Daisy Duke
PMS
Shakesbeer
Beer in the RearMouthfulDirty Dancer
The hares were called into the circle to described the marks.
Let us make some marks here…Regular marksYou know what they look likeA sampling of some marks
The pack getting ready to do something
With the description complete, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
Out of the parking lot heading west. Need to find the narrow passageway to the back alley to be on trail. Marks were found that indicated the true trail.
Finding trailBeer in the Rear and Slow ClapComes and GoesA moment of indecisionA fast pace strollPark AheadHump is a swingerAcross the parkShakesbeer post spinningThis could be a spinning thingHow much fun is this!Where to next!More swinningPark Art
This playing is tiring
PMS in strideThe group is followingBack alleyPMS heading to the regroup! In front of Whale Wanker’s placeWatch out for bikes!Back to the pub for the down down’s
Back to the pub, the pack settled in for the down down’s.
Pizza and beerYummy ChattingWaiting patientlySir Pukes-Alot in training
The Down Down’s
Camshaft was the Religious Advisor for the evening. The beverages were assembled and it was time to start the program.
Beverages readyCamshaft ready
The RA announced the choir will be PMS and Strap On Crampon. With great joy and glee, the came out to the front and sang themselves a suitable song.
Here’s to usWe are the best choir ever!Here’s to the hares!Hash archives from historySir Pukes-AlotJust DawnHot CheeksA collection of hashers getting a down downFlat and Tighty WhiteySlippery Armpit and Ben WahScissor SisterHump the Shark and Liquor LotsKing Shit with his emulation of Whale Wanker’s wardrobeHot CheeksAll Hands on Dick, Sir Pukes-Alot and Va JJNot Too Deep and Booty CampIce Bag – 269 Runs
Lumberjack – Shares some Whale Wanker memories
With the program complete, it was time to find a volunteer for next week’s RA. Thankfully, Strap On said she was IN.
RA down down, testing out the blue lighting effect! Camshaft and Strap On Crampon
With the down down’s complete, we were declared “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A relaxing run of close to 5 km’s was enjoyed by the group. Fine trail by King Shit and On In and a fine tribute to Whale Wanker.
We were pleased when Mr. PeeeeeNut volunteered to set trail. He chose an obscure starting point referred to as the Silver Springs Boardwalk. With exacting precision, google maps pointed to a parking lot with limited spaces.
The pack arrived and Dastardly was prepared with Jello shots. The weather was good and a good number of hashers showed up.
Preparation for the run!
The group started to form something like an elongated oval that could pass for a stretchy circle.
King ShitScissor SisterOn In and PyroDastardly and Hot PantsHardlyJust Bobby JoTommy Two FingersCamshaftMmmmm Lady FingersSnow BlowerLying Sack of Shit and Boob CheckMr. PeeeeeNutHump the SharkShakesbeerBooty CampKarate Klit
Camshaft called the circle to order and went through the announcements and introductions.
Circle UpListen to Camshaft
The hare was called into the circle to describe the marks.
I have set marksYou have seen these beforeQuite a collection of marksMake sure to check out the photo op’s
With the marks described, the pack was released to find the marks for the true trail.
The Trail
Off to the north along the sidewalks, until we found the key marks that directed us into the dirt trails in the ravine.
Off you go!This way to startFind the marksView of the ravineSkinny trailScissor Sister leads the wayHump the Shark returns from a false trailNot that way!Down the stairsBoardwalk found
Shakesbeer goes down.
Bow River … looking West!
Shakesbeer reading a sign
View of the Bow River
Canada Olympic Park in the distance
View to the east
Trail found – uphill
Counting crows
Hashers checking out the dog friendly areaScoobie and Shakes beer taking in the viewpointScoobie spotted on the pathway
Through the pathways and parks, eventually the trail arrived at the regroup vehicle.
Regroup foundA cluster of hashers at the regroup
The hashers enjoyed the refreshments available from the regroup vehicle.
Team grey spotted at the regroup
Kai is checking out KK’s features
A short walk back to the start and the group prepared for outdoor down down’s.
Taking over this corner of the parking lot400 th Run trophy makes an appearanceEnjoying the sunsetSunsetPreparing for the down down’sAre we ready yet?
Very important task – filling up the half yard!
Down Down’s
With the beverages prepared, it was time for Twisty to do the Religious Advisor duties.
Beverages readyTwisty ready
Twisty started by choosing the choir. King Shit and Shakesbeer were selected and sang themselves a song.
Choir ready to go!
Mr. PeeeeeNut – HareBoob Check – Confusing on on callsDastardly – slipping and slidingBlue Balls – avoiding mudLSOS – small hornKK – Too much walkingI like to walk for a cause!King ShitHot PantsScissor SisterMmmmm Lady FingersHump the SharkTommy Two FingersOn In and PyroJust Bobby Jo
And then it was time for the milestone award. Camshaft has completed 400 run and gets to hold on to a lovely large trophy until the next hasher makes the mark. A half yard of beer is a suitable recognition.
So many runsI will drink thisHow hard can it be?Start SlowWatch out for the wave!Nearly thereDone!Where will I put this award?Apparently Hardly and Scoobie did something….Down Down for them
To finish off, it was time to convince someone to be the RA for next week. With his half yard done, Camshaft was receptive and said he would do it.
Down down for the RA’s. this week and next week!
RA’s sorted – down down and on the piss!
With the down down’s complete, the group packed up and headed over to a nearby establishment for further debriefing.
What a happy bunch!
All’s well that ends well.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
A fine romp of close to 5 km’s in the wilds of Silver Springs NW. Great trail set by Mr. PeeeeeNut.
We were pleased that Pyro stepped up the hare another trail in August. Starting from the parking lot of the 12 Mile Coolee Natural Area, providing great access to the hills and pathways close by.
The evening of the run was cool and smokey. A group of intrepid hashers showed up for the entertainment that Pyro had prepared.
Extensive pathway networkSmokey sun
The pack found a place to park and mingled before the circle was called.
A cluster of hashers – aggregated by AI
Pyro thinking about all the fun the hasher were about to haveNot the warmest evening in August
Looks like Hardly ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions. Mr. PeeeeeNut tried to be in all the hasher photo’s, using his best photobombing tactics. AI fixed that problem…..
Hardly invited the hare into the circle to describe the marks for the trail.
Hare to the circle pleaseYou know the drill. The marks are what you expect.
With the marks described, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
The trail started off to the east, across Stoney Trail in the the Scenic Acres neighbourhood. Following trail, sidewalks and streets the trail unfolded.
Across the streetThis way or that way?
Lazy Cummer finds a big bridge, and that orange thing in the sky is the sun
Pyro kept an eye on progress to ensure that no one got left behind,
Pyro on top of things
Into the natural area, the trail headed off into the wilderness. Downhill to start then uphill to return.
Hashers spotted…. a collection of walkersLazy CummerUphill stretchShakesbeerStool StufferOPP
Scissor Sister being chased by Rashy Bush
How we like uphill!
Hardly has thisNo one lost that I know of!
Hump the Shark solving the world’s problems
Finishing off, I can hear the refreshments calling!
The regroup vehicle was found and there was much rejoicing.
Regroup found!
The group got set up for outdoor down down’s. Settling in waiting for things to happen!
Why are we waiting!Happy dogs!Can Crusher before
Can Crusher – disappeared
Eventually, things were organized enough to have the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
According to last weeks notes, Lazy Cummer was intended to be the Religious Advisor. However, it appears that Hump the Shark ran the program. I am sure that Lazy Cummer will have his chance in the future.
Hump the Shark imagined the crimes, stories and offences that deserved a down down. Starting with the hare, who , once again, set a fine trail for the hash to follow!
Pyro – hareDown Down!
A series of infractions and observations were duly rewarded with down down’s.
KK – DFLScissor Sister – likes sharing her cornLiquor Lots – Many thistles to enjoyTwisty – Zoo experienceAP – positive parentingHardly and Tighty Whitey – tattling on the RA to the RAOPP – even though the run was close to home, she was lateStoolie and Rashy – recovering from music festivalsKing Shit Blue Balls – for no particular reasonShakesbeer – new eyes find the trailDastardly – brought beers and shooters…. and took the pictures
Down down the RA’s – Hump the Shark and next week Twisty
With the down down’s completed, the pack continued to socialize and perhaps head to the Last Straw Ale House for a debrief.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Close to 5 km’s of great trail set by Pyro was enjoyed by the pack.
Hash Extra
Unfortunately, the scribe was not physically present at the run. Thank you Elon for Starlink that allowed me to create this write up remotely
You know you will have an entertaining trail with Abandoned Pussy as the Hare. She knows the intricacies of the pathway network in Fish Creek and knows what hashers like.
Voltier’s Flats at the foot of Elbow Drive was the starting location. In addition they have picnic areas suitable for the down down cerimonies.
The group arrived to find parking and prepare for the run. The weather was good and we had some out of town visitors.
Apparently the scribe and Religious Advisor were late to the circle, so he had to rely on the kindness of others for the photos of the opening circle.
Picture this full of hashers – the down down location dream
On InHardlyLiquor LotsVisitors – Ure in Trouble and Mother FlockerTwistyScissor SisterAll Hands on DickLying Sack of Shit and Boob CheckVa JJ with offspringLazy CummerShakesbeerSir Pukes-AlotRashy BushStool StufferSticky LipsSacha?Visitor – PillsburyPull My WoodyKrustyBlue BallsKing Shit and Kai
Someone went through the introductions and announcements prior to calling the hare into the circle.
AP and Shakesbeer – AP is the hare
These are the marks
AP was called into the circle and explained the marks to the pack. With all explained, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
The pack followed marks up hill to the neighbourhood of Canyon Meadows. Obviously, some uphill elevation gain to enjoy the pathways that await at the top of the hill.
Top of this hillStreets, sidewalks and pathwaysBridge over a small shoe washLet’s stand around and wait for someone else to find trailEither way?Boob Check following the packWe love playgrounds
How much fun is this?
LL assisted by Lazy CummerShakesbeer finds a place to playAll Hands knows we are heading for wetnessFollow the pack. I can hear the water from here!LL takes the plunge
See…. there were marks
AHOD enjoying the cool running streamA bit slippery when wetTentative crossingOn pathwayLiquor LotsHardly and Lazy CummerAll Hand on Dick (AHOD)ShakesbeerSkewbic HairStool StufferPillsbury cools offPathwayCheckScissor Sister and Shakesbeer
LL and Lazy Cummer
A good sign
The pack found the regroup vehicle and decided, much to chagrin of the hare, that down down’s would not be at the picnic tables, but rather in the parking lot. Apparently the exertion of moving the cooler was overwhelming for some.
Parking lot down down’s
The group sorted out their chairs and beverages, and relaxed in anticipation of the start of the down down’s.
Stoolie and LLSir Pukes-AlotKS and ShakesbeerSticky LipsKrustyOn In – Hash Cash
Best trail ever says AP
Why are we waiting? Apparently a couple of Harriettes were missing. Choosing to avoid the creek crossing, a long and convoluted route back to the start was required. So both Boob Check and Ure-in-Trouble were DFL, causing a delay in the starting of the down down’s.
Found HarriettesLook how dry our shoes are!
With the group assembled, it was time for the down down’s to commence.
Down Down’s
Skewbic Hair was the Religious Advisor for the evening. Arriving late to the circle, he ad to catch up to the pack and rely on other for some tales.
With the beverages prepared by the beer meister, time to get this show on the road.
Skewbic Hair ready to go!
Firstly, a choir was selected. Sticky Lips and Shakesbeer were delighted to be selected and sang themselves a song.
Choir – Sticky Lips and Shakesbeer
Hare – Abandoned PussyEdmonton visitors – Ure-in-TroubleSticky Lips and Pull by Woody – BC refugeesScissor Sister – new to the hashAlso…. photographer as Scoobie is busy being RALL – first in the creekHardly – shoe wash testerLSOS protecting Sir Pukes-Alot from the Fish Creek dragonDragon sortedVisitor Pillsbury – Calgary hashing history currently in Kuala LumpurBoob Check exploring her dragon personalityLost Harriettes
Our antics attracted the interest of some unsuspecting mountain biking people. Have a beer and consider joining the group!
Unsuspecting mountain bikers – down down!
Then we had to controversial shunning of the down down location that the hare was expecting. A Hat Shit transfer opportunity from King Shit to On In.
King Shit and On In On In likes is new Hat Shit
Now, time to find an RA for next week. With some level of cajoling, Lazy Cummer is up to the task. As such, it was time to down down the RA and next weeks RA.
Down Down for the RASelfie
Down down for the RA, this week and next!
With all done, the pack was declared “on the piss”. A nice evening to hand around and continue to enjoy the parkin lot ambiance.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of some 6 km combining both neighbourhoods and Fish Creek. The creek was quite delightful!
Blue Balls volunteered to set trail on a warm summer evening. He has a number of routes in the Signal Hill area that test our ability to find trail and experience both uphill and downhill.
Starting from Buffalo Bob’s Pub, a familiar place for the hash, we gathered in the parking lot to prepare for the trail.
The group started to form something that looked like a circle as they chatted and discussed recent events.
Booty Camp ran the circle as both Insane Bolt and Camshaft were out of town.
Party PumperHardlySnow Blower (with Booty Camp hiding somewhere)Lazy CummerBlue BallsMenage-a TroisNew boot Patti JoScissor SisterAbandoned PussyCan Crusher and Huggy BearKrustyPyroKing ShitTwistyStool StufferHot PantsOn InSwollen MemberStrap On CramponAll Hands on Dick and Sir Pukes-AlotRashy BushHump the SharkMucky DipVa J JSlow ClapShakesbeerArchive – Ice Bag
OPP displays her off spring in training
With the circle formed, we had a special announcement to acknowledge the recent passing of Whale Wanker, (Tom Wheeler) a veteran Calgary Hash House Harrier. He will be missed by the group.
Booty Camp went through the circle formalities and called the hare into the circle to describe the marks.
Blue Balls making marksStandard Marks
With the marks described, the pack was released to find true trail.
The Trail
Out of the parking lot, the pack headed North to find a check indicating a change of direction. Madly off in all directions, eventually the trail was found.
Hardly following the leaderRashy Bush and Scissor SisterBlue Balls keeping things under controlPedestrian bridge across Sarcee
Over Sarcee Trail to catch a view of the traffic as we head over toward Signal Hill.
View NorthView SouthOff the bridgePathway with a sunny dispositionHardly up hill
Photo opportunity
View from Signal Hill
Through the neighbourhoodsNeat and tidy neighbourhoods
A view from the hill
Close to the endBus shelter vandalism is apparently a thingKSKai has a new friendKS and puppy supervising
Following our uphill and downhill experience, the end of the trail was in sight. The view of the regroup vehicle was a welcome sight.
The regroup vehicle found
With a private room in the back, we headed over to Buffalo Bob’s to do the down down’s inside.
Down Downs
On In was the Religious Advisor for the evening. He prepared his program and the beverages for the cerimony.
On In started the program by appointing a choir of Hardly, Snow Blower and Daisy Duke.
On InChoir version 1Choir version 2
The first down down was for the hare, Blue Balls for setting a great trail. Well marked with great views. A little light on playgrounds, but the uphill and downhill made up for this.
Great TrailBlue Balls
A down down for the new boot, Penny Joe.
New Boot – Patti JoArchive – Ice BegSwollen MemberBooty CampMenage-a- TroisParty Pumper and Booty CampJust Patti Jo back againSwollen Member and TwistyKing ShitOn InA tribute to Whale Wanker, with authentic WW shortsNot sure what he is pointing at?
Down Down for the RA, and a volunteer for next week!
With the down down’s complete, it was time to enjoy the company and refreshments.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
Blue Balls set a circular trail of over 6 km’s with a variety of terrain and great views. With great weather and hot temperatures it was a fun evening.
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AP enjoying a special moment. I wonder if she knows that Shakesbeer is not there!
With warm weather and mosquito season upon us, it was great that Mmmmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft volunteered to set trail. Starting from the Bowness Community Centre, great terrain and the Bow River close by to provide great trail options.
The pack arrive and set up in the NW corner of the parking lot. The call to circle up was given by Camshaft and the group assembled in some sort of shape.
A circle in about to form
Swollen MemberHump the SharkLittlest HoeMmmmmm Lady FingersHot CheeksLiquor LotsJust AngelicaKing ShitBeer in the RearSlow ClapRashy BushStool StufferBooty CampAll Hands on DickScissor SisterSir Pukes-alot and Va JJKarate KlitMr. PeeeeeNutOn InWhale WankerPyroHardlyuLying Sack of Shit and Just EsterSnow BlowerTwisty
Camshaft called the circle to order and went through the announcements and introductions.
A circle of sorts
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks that were set. There was some talk about the marks being obliterated by the severe rainstorm the night before, so this will be interesting.
Camshaft, Mmmmm Ladyfingers with help by Littlest Hoe were the hares.
The hares describe the marksMost importantly, there was a regroup
The Trail
The pack was released to find the trail in the Bowness neighbourhood.
This is the way!Camshaft ensuring all is wellWalkers gather Hardly has a missionLiquor Lots and Just AngelicaKK leading Slow Clap, Scissor Sister and Beer in the RearHump the Shark navigates a curb
Playground sighting
Stoolie testing the weight limits of the spring loaded itemKK engaged in teeteringScissor Sister shows us how to slide rightKK and Just Ester teetering and totteringSir Pukes-alot teaching Va JJ how to playHot Cheeks is a swingerAppropriate use of spring loaded playground itemOh No! The shark has no chanceWe can balance thisMr PeeeeeNut contimplatingKai giving Twisty a kissWalkers on the bridgeAI re-invented King ShitView PointMr. PeeeeeNut in a sunbeamHow deep?This deepRashy charging throughA family affairMy shoes need a washOr a mud bathKK acts as a dip stick for water depthGetting wet makes me happyCamshaft pleased that the runners found the trail despite the obliterated marksTourist show of the bridgeArt Shot upstreamArt Shot downstreamLate Scoobie sightingSnow Blower swatting mosquitosSlow Clap racing Beer in the rearLooks like racing
Just Angelica and Liquor Lots
KS and KaiTwistyRashy can hear the regroupStoolie and CamshaftA good signYummy beverages in there
Eventually, the regroup was found and there was much mirth and merriment.
On In finds the regroupWhale Wanker in stridePyro has eyes on the Kayak
Back to the Bowness Community Centre to conduct the outdoor down down’s.
Getting ready for the down down’s
The beverages were assembled and it was time to conduct the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
Stool Stuffer had volunteered to be the Religious Advisor for this week. He diligently prepared his program and started off by appointing a choir of Slow Clap and Karate Klit.
Seem to be missing some of the action pictures, as I would expect the a down down for the choir, followed by the hares to be call up and thanked for the great run.
From Stoolie’s notes, Beer in the Rear – 50 runs
LSOS for doing a bad impersonation. On In for taking a long time to find the regroup.
Twisty for going down on trail and getting kissed by King Shit’s dog Kai.
Twisty went down on trail, and was rescued by Kai
Down down for all runners who did not run through the shiggy.
KK and Just Ester receive a down down
Skewbic Hair for being late…Scoobie and Pyro for being hero’sMmmmm Lady Fingers and TwiatyDown the RA and RA for next week
On In volunteered to be the RA for next week, and down down’s were in enjoyed as we were declared to be “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
A fine trail of some 6 km’s with a river crossing. For those that chose the get wet, a fine time was had.
Krusty volunteered to set a trail in Fish Creek, Voltier’s Flats with help from Slow Clap. It has been a great mosquito season, coupled with the rain and mud to make this venue quite special
The starting point was Voltier’s Flats picnic area. Adjacent to Fish Creek, the chance of getting your feed wet were 100%. We were warned to bring dry clothes and bug spray.
Voltier’s Flats
The group arrived in the parking lot and started to get organized. Plenty of bug spray was a good choice, until it gets washed off at the first water crossing.
Circle Up
The hashers present tried to form something that looked like a circle,
Booty CampHump the SharkLiquor LotsSlippy ThongMmmmmm Lady FingersTwisty and Slow ClapDaisy DukeRashy Bush and Stool StufferSir Pukes-alot and Va JJAdd in All Hands on DickScissor SisterWhale WankerMr. PeeeeeNutJust Ester and Lying Sack of ShitTighty WhiteyBeer in the Rear with LorenzoDastardlyBacchanalShakesbeerXXX RayKing ShitKrustyHardlyPyroJust Monireh
Camshaft ran the circle with the mosquitos circling as well. He went through the announcements and introductions then invited the hares into the circle to describe the marks.
Camshaft would like your attentionSlow Clap demonstrates chalk marksKrusty handles the flour
There was mention of flagging as well. The pack was released to find the true trail.
Off to find the marksStool Stuffer and Whale WankerShakesbeer changing alongThe pack on the pathway!Trail in the sunYet another creek crossing
Avoid falling in
Shoe washOn trailWalkers group shot!Found on trail!All Hands on DickCluster of Walkers
Through the forest, finding trail and false trail, eventually to the beer near sign indicating we were near the end of the trail. The mosquitos will have to find some new blood donors to feed them.
Krusty survives his trail
We think it is time for a refreshment!
A quiet portion of the parking lot as chosen to put our chairs in a circle to prepare for the down down’s.
Chairs in the sun
Orange food group makes all things better
The group settled in and waited for the down down’s to begin.
Down Down’s
The Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening was Hump the Shark. He prepared his program of stories, lies and accusations. Beverages were prepared and the down down’s were ready to deliver.
Hump the Shark ready to go
The RA selected a choir of Twisty and Daisy Duke. They sang themselves a song to demonstrate how happy they were to be selected.
Choir – Daisy Duke and Twisty
First off were the hares followed by a series of crimes and acknowledgements.
Hares – Krusty and Slow Clap
The success of the recent Stampede Campout was acknowledged. A fine weekend of camping and running were enjoyed by a good number of the hash. Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft did the heavy listing, with support by Stool Stuffer and Rashy Bush. Thanks to the organizers!
Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers with Stoolie and RashyWhale WankerVa JJ, All Hands on Dick, Sir Pukes-alotBashing – Hot CheeksShe has the Alanis shirt!
The shoes match the toes
Mr. PeeeeeNutXXX RayCamshaftLiquor LotsBooty CampBlue Balls – there were bikes on trailsJust EsterPyroAll hands on dickKing Shit – birthday boyJust Monireh – Down on trail
All hash shits into the circle
Hash Shit redistribution
Lying Sack of ShitMmmmm Lady FingersSir Pukes-alot proving how valuable he is to the hash
Down the RA’s – Hump the Shark and Stool Stuffer for next week!
With the down down’s complete, we were declared “on the piss”. The group got packed up and headed over to Austen’s Pub for a debrief.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Not the longest trail we have ran, but certainly the most mosquito bites per runner. The creek crossings were refreshing as was the oozing mud on the banks. Never a dull moment but I think the mosquitos were victorious.
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