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Run 2431 – Born to Run

November 17, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Tighty Whitey

Born Brewing Company

414 36 Ave SE #3, Calgary, AB T2G 1W4

https://maps.app.goo.gl/qXj4ttGrS6Bcd3SW6

RA: Camshaft

Attendance: 22

Running from Born Brewing

The Beginning

Apparently there is a new Bruce Springsteen movie out that has received some attention. As one of Mr. Springsteen’s signature songs is “Born to Run”, Tighty Whitey was inspired to step forward to set a Springsteen themed run from Born Brewing Company. As such, we were inspired to run from Born under a Born to Run theme.

The group arrived in the dark to the run start. Born Brewing is a modest taproom with great beers. Apparently, there was some sort of police commotion in front of the brewery to entertain us.

The group arrived after finding suitable parking. Some socializing prior to the run start.

Eventually, it was time to head outside to an adjacent parking lot to form a circle.

Insane Bolt ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions.

The hare was called into the circle to explain the marks for tonight’s trail.

The pack was released and the group spread out to find the marks for true trail.

The Trail

Off we went in all directions until the marks were found. Mostly industrial backwater.

Up the hill, following flagging then through the cemetery. This is where we cue the Born to Run music amongst the dead to rest folks.

After suitable refreshment, we headed back to Born Brewing Company to settle in for the down down’s

After selecting suitable beers, we waited for the down down’s to start.

The Down Down’s

Camshaft has volunteered to be Religious Advisor for the evening. He prepared his program as we got ready for the performance.

Camshaft went through his material, honouring the hare for setting a fine trail. There were many offences and infractions to be dealt with.

Through a diplomatic progress of threats and intimidation, we were able to identify an RA for next week. Snevil succumbed to the pressure and was rewarded with a down down. Down Down for Camshaft as well.

Camshaft and Snevil – On the Piss and next weeks RA

With the down down’s complete, we pack relaxed and continued to enjoy the fine refreshments that Born Brewing Co. had to offer.

Scribed to Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

A fine trail of between 6 km and 9 km depending on your Eagle vs Turkey persuasion. Fine terrain with some great view points. Level C-Train crossings are always a fun time!

Run, Special Event

Run 2430 – Grey Cup Run

November 16, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Booty Camp and Snow Blower

Booty Blower Bodega

2023 17 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2M 0S7

https://maps.app.goo.gl/nySYrsmw6b2CPVcn9

RA: Tighty Whitey and Stool Stuffer

Attendance: 26

The Grey Cup – A Canadian Football Tradition

The Beginning

We have great hopes that the Canadian Football League will continue to function, and we support their endeavours. As this event is shortly after the MisManagement turnover, remembering that it a thing that we do and is a numbered run can be challenging!

We were pleased that Booty Camp and Snow Blower remembered and volunteered to hot this afternoon run. This is a special event with an afternoon run followed by a hosted feast and finally some sort of football game.

The game was in Winnipeg this year, and featured the Saskatchewan Rough Riders and the Montreal Alouettes. Absent from the roster was the local Calgary Stampeders football team. They, unfortunately, did not make it through the selection process. Hopes for next year!

The weather was surprisingly pleasant for mid November afternoon with sunny above zero temperatures and no snow. As such, setting trail and following marks were not as much of a problem that they could be at this time of year.

The group converged on the starting location and gathered inside in anticipation for the run start.

The hostess takes stock of the home invasion

Given sufficient time to all to arrive, the group was called outside to circle up on the front lawn.

Roaring Nancy with this Irish speaking supporters

Camshaft called the circle to order and we went through the announcements and introductions.

Camshaft getting ready to start the circle

The hare was called into the middle of the circle. Booty Camp made the marks and described their meaning. Snow Blower sends his regrets for not being their personally. Apparently an out of town commitment precluded his attendance in person, but he was instrumental in setting the trail.

Here are the marks. Should be easy to find trail!

Booty Camp pointed in the direction of the run start and the pack was released.

The Trail

Off into the neighbourhood to find the marks. On On was called and the runners dispersed. The walkers received instruction on which way to go and we were all off!

As we meandered through the leafy neighbourhood of Briar Park, we came upon our local shrine to the sport of football.

We chose to take a group shot of the walkers so we could remember what a great time we were having!

Over the bridge across Crowchild Trail and back to the neighbourhood.

Scoobie considers a scooter trip. This has not ended well for others!

As we continued through the neighbourhood, we came upon the regroup vehicle and there was much rejoicing.

Apparently, some were wearing the colours of their preferred team. Here is the evidence!

The group enjoyed the regroup until it was time to head back to the run start to prepare for both the down down’s and the football game.

The Down Down’s

Inside the warmth of the inside, the group enjoyed snacks and refreshments. Much mingling and chatting in preparation for the closing ceremonies, feast and football game.

Tighty Whitey and Stool Stuffer were the tag team Religious Advisors. The refreshments were prepared to our beer wench, Liquor Lots (Sicker Lots).

Stool Stuffer and Tighty Whitey ready to go

Stool Stuffer and Tighty Whitey appointed a choir of Slippy Thong, and Mmmmm Lady Fingers

The program started with a series of down down’s honouring the hare, and other various and sundry offences. A high contingent of sexual offences were called out!

With all done, we gave the RA’s a down down and we on the piss.

Much food and yummy things were enjoyed in anticipation of the big game. Lets see how this will end up!

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

Apparently the runners endured something close to 7 km. The walkers trail was close to 4 km’s. A great trail for the Grey Cup Run.

Run

Run 2429 – Remember’s Eve Hot Strap On

November 10, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Strap On Crampon and Hot Cheeks

Lighthouse Pub

1140 137 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6T6

https://maps.app.goo.gl/fjgZqmDDCwccAdst6

RA: Skewbic Hair

Attendance: 30

Eve of Remembrance Day

The Beginning

We have been lucky with the weather to this point. Snow has happened in other places, including Toronto, but nothing for Calgary yet. Forecast temperature for our running day was 14 C. We all know what is coming, so be thankful for what we have today.

The run date was on the evening prior to Remembrance Day, so wearing a poppy was encouraged. We were pleased that Strap On Crampon and Hot Cheeks volunteered to set trail in the deep South East, precariously close to Fish Creek Park. Start and finish at the Light House Pub, which is Hash friendly.

The group arrived and waited inside for the signal to go outside to circle up. Insane Bolt made the call as the gathered in the outside parking lot that had a streetlight!

Insane Bolt ran the circle. We had a good turnout of 30 hashers set to enjoy the fine trail set by our hares. The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks for the trail.

The hash was released to find the true trail!

The Trail

Off from the parking lot, the pack spread out to find the marks. The starting point of the run has a significant staircase close by. Do you think we are supposed to climb all those stairs?

Off into the wilds of Parkland SE. Many streets, sidewalks, alleys and pathways to discover.

Thankfully there were playgrounds to play in. Some competitive sliding was observed.

Off to find more trail. The marks were found and the trail revealed itself.

There was a pig themed street that caught our attention. Who knew they had such a thing in this neighbourhood.

Not to be outdone, there was also large animal sculptures to observe!

We found some pathways through the forest down to Deer Run SE.

After much fun and frolic, the regroup vehicle was spotted. A great place to enjoy a refreshment and be thankful for the trail we have just enjoyed.

From the regroup, it was off to the pub to get set up for down down’s.

The Down Down’s

The pack settled into the pub and ordered food and refreshments. With limited staff, patience is in order. All things come to those who have patience.

With beer on the tables, it was time to start the down down’s

The Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening was Skewbic Hair. He diligently prepared his program and selected a choir of Mr. PeeeeNut, Hump the Shark, and an abbreviated appearance from Daisy Duke.

With the ceremony complete, it was time to canvas for next week’s RA and finish off the down down’s.

Next weeks RA and down down RA – On The Piss!

After much rejoicing, the evening program was complete.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

The trail was close to 6 km’s. Great weather and a fine trail were delivered by Strap On and Hot Cheeks! Thanks for making this happen!

Run

Run 2428 – Mmmm…. Camshaft

November 3, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft

Kampus Brewing Company

3630 Brentwood Rd NW #800, Calgary, AB T2L 2M6

https://maps.app.goo.gl/1VduFo84Mj6xuFfV6

RA: Insane Bolt

Attendance: 26

Kampus Brewing Company Good!

The Beginning

We are thankful that that Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers stepped forward to set the first trail in November. A transitional time of the season, we have not yet settled into the deep freeze, but we are full on darkness, thanks to the time change away from Daylight Savings Time. We now enjoy sunset at 5:00 pm.

The start location was the Kampus Brewing Company close to the university. Formerly known as Kilkenny Irish Pub, it has reinvented itself as a craft brewery serving some interesting beers. The pack started arriving once they have sorted out parking in this congested location.

The group arrived and got settled in to wait for the trail.

There were others that did not show up on the camera roll, including Insane Bolt. There was likely a circle called to order by Insane Bolt, who went through the announcements and introductions. The hares, Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers were called into the circle to describe the marks

You can imagine what the marks looked like as the pack was released to find the true trail.

The Trail

Off from the parking lot, the pack spread out to find true trail. Off west through Brentwood NW, close to John Laurie Blvd NW with Nose Hill beckoning. Continuing through a combination of streets, sidewalks, alleys and pathways, eventually coming around the Charleswood NW.

Check backs in abundance made the trail tough to find and follow.

Eventually the trail arrived at the regroup location where suitable refreshments were available.

Eventually the runners showed up and a fine time was enjoyed by all. Regroup finished, it was back to the Kampus Brewing Company to get organized for the down down’s.

The Down Downs

Back to the Kampus Brewing Company, the group got set up in a large section at the side of the pub. Plenty of space to find a seat. There were both beer and food special that made everyone happy.

Hump the Shark was particularly pleased with the size and darkness of the beer he chose!

Insane Bolt was the Religious Advisor for the evening, so he assembled facts and fiction to underpin his program.

Camshaft and Mmmm Lady Fingers were called up and thanked for the shitty trail they had set.

A number of crimes and offences were then called out by the RA.

Bashers and those returning from exotic places – Mucky and Scoobie (New Oreland), F4 (Puerto Vallarta)

Shakesbeer making up for no costume for Halloween

The group wrapped up with Insane Bolt declaring us to be “on the piss”. We continued to enjoy the refreshments, food and company of our fellow hashers.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair

Trail Summary

Looks like something around 8-9 kms for those that chose to find all the treacherous check backs set by Camshaft. A fine tour of the Brentwood and Charleswood neighbourhoods.

Run, Special Event

Run 2427 – Halloween Hash Run

October 27, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Abandoned Pussy and Princess Monkey Spanker

Location: Vern’s

622 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1G4

https://maps.app.goo.gl/uP9BpN2sXd9zCQp67

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 25

Ready to Energize!

The Beginning

Halloween is an interesting time of year for some. It brings out some creativity for those that like to dress up! With the Monday run falling a few days before the calendar Halloween, time for a downtown run from a dive bar.

AP and PMS have been magnanimous is setting trail recently, somewhat due to their commitment to the hash, and perhaps some free time afforded them by the teacher strike.

Vern’s is a special place to host a run. Not for the mainstream, they cater to a clientele on the edge of society. A great place to host a dress up hash run! The downstairs location made the vibe even more special!

The hashers assembled in the basement dive bar and a bit of costume appraisal took place prior to the run.

Others in costume were afraid to come into the bar, so we will find them in the circle! Some baseball game was on in the bar, but it was time to circle up outside!

A few additions to the group here!

Insane Bolt ran the circle as we went through the announcements and introductions.

The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks to expect for the circle!

With some explanation on the use flagging and the pack was released. Off we went to find the marks!

The Trail

A hunt for marks began. Some false trails to allow the fast runners to vent some energy, then find and follow the true trail.

Continuing our urban exploration, the start to angle toward the river trail system.

Carrying on through Princess (Monkey Spanker) Island Park, we had both dark pathways and parks.

There was a huge staircase out of the river valley. For those that missed the check, 167 stairs in total. Too exhausted to take any pictures, but the view was spectacular!

Hashers taking it all in.

Hump the Shark trying to get in shape for the remainder of the run

More sites to take in . Of course a run through the Library concourse is good form.

Dodging traffic, people, other distractions then off to the C-Train for a cross town rescue.

Finally, the regroup vehicle was spotted and there was much rejoicing.

Refreshments were enjoyed until it was time to head back to the bar.

Milling about – there was a show for the ones that were there!

Beer was ordered and paid for with cash only. Did not know that we had that sort of thing still around! Down down’s to follow.

Down Down’s

Hump the Shark was the chosen Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. He had quite a task ahead of him with the amount of material generated on trail.

The hares were celebrated for setting a fine trail. Notwithstanding the large distance we had to cover. An epic trail was set and delivered.

Other offences we cited by the RA.

With the down down’s completed, we were declared “on the piss”. Apparently the baseball game was still on for those that were interested.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

The trail ended up to be close to 10 km in length. However, a portion of this was on the C-Train. Thus, personal records were set for the speed of some of those km’s. Great views of the city and an opportunity to see parts of the city not normally experienced.

Hash Extra

Here are some photo’s of the walkers and pictures provided by others!

Run

Run 2426 – Cumming and Going

October 20, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Lazy Cummer and OPP

Location: The Trop Bar and Grill

1501 34 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 2B1

https://maps.app.goo.gl/iFcFVseVg4Qo7voL7

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 25

Bridge over the Elbow River

The Beginning

The high level of enthusiasm for the hash continues as the weather gets colder. However, having hares step forward to set trails has been challenging lately. We are very thankful that Lazy Cummer and OPP who magnanimously volunteered to set this trail. Starting from the Trop Bar and Grill in Marda Loop, the gateway to the challenges of nearby River Park and the toney neighbourhoods with hills and trees.

Traffic issues in Marda Loop have been somewhat resolved. The construction nightmare of the past years is substantially history. Good news is that 33 Ave SW is done. Bad news is that 34 Ave SW is now under construction. The Trop is on 34 Ave.

Once we sorted out the where to park, we came into the Trop to join the major crowd that was there to watch some sort of baseball game. Nevertheless, we packed into our reserved section and got ready to relocate outside to the cold and dark to start the run.

Once inside, we had a full house to content with. Appreciated that we had tables set aside for us.

Our hashmaster, Camshaft, informed the group that it was time to go “outside” and form a circle.

Camshaft went through the announcements and introductions. The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks they had selected for the trail!

Lazy Cummer pointed to the “do not enter” sign in the alley, and the pack was released.

The Trail

Down the alley we went, heading south. If we keep going this way, we will end up in the darkness of River Park.

Through the neighbourhoods of Elbow Park until we found the regroup.

With much milling about enjoying suitable beverages, it was decided to do “outside” down downs … at the regroup. This choice avoids problems with the baseball crowd at the pub.

The Down Down’s

Hump the Shark was the religious advisor (RA). He prepared his program on the spot. He called the group to order, selected a choir of Walk Wanker and Lying Sack of Shit, and began the ceremony.

The hares were called into the circle and rewarded for a fine trail.

We acknowledged our visitors from New Zealand and Edmonton.

Visitors – Recycled Virgin and Very Saggy Testicles (VST)

A number of crimes and offences were acknowledged.

With all the crimes dealt with, the group was declared on the piss by the RA.

Back to the bar for the continuance of the good times. Our arrival time corresponded with some event in the game where the home team went ahead! I trust our group was instrumental in the win.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair

Trail Summary

A fine 5 km trail with many interesting features. Great job by Lazy Cummer and OPP.

Run, Special Event

Run 2425 – Thanksgiving Leftovers Run

October 13, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Abandoned Pussy and Princess Monkey Spanker

Location: Local 403 Eatery

380 Canyon Meadows Dr SE #3133, Calgary, AB T2J 7C3

https://maps.app.goo.gl/zcBALTy24wfXfMLg6

RA: Hardly

Attendance: 14

Thankful for Wet Beaver

The Beginning

The Thanksgiving Holiday is a significant milestone in the calendar. Lots of turkey and family stuff going on. Setting a Thanksgiving Hash Run is getting more difficult as the group gets smaller, and those willing to host are scarce.

For this year, we decided for make the Thanksgiving Run a regular evening run and found two enthusiastic teachers with time to set trail.

Abandoned Pussy and Princess Monkey Spanker volunteered to set trail from Local 403 Eatery and Pub off Canyon Meadows Drive SE. This location is very close to Fish Creek, a harbinger of things to come!

The group arrived in the twilight as darkness for the run is now a thing. We started inside and waited patiently for the group to fill out.

We headed outside to circle up in the diminishing daylight. Needed to get the circle done and out on the trail as darkness will be a challenge for the Fish Creek experience that the hares had in store for us.

Insane Bolt was the Hashmaster of the day. He quickly went through the announcements and introductions prior to calling for the hares.

The hares described the marks they had planned for the trail!

The pack was released to find the marks of the true trail.

The Trail

Off from the parking lot, we headed toward Fish Creek Park to see if we were on trail. A cunning false trail was awaiting the fast hashers. Eventually, the true trail was discovered and the park was afoot!

Off to the dark trails of Fish Creek. Some interesting things were seen, including a wet beaver and a marked tree.

Through the dark pathways, we finally emerged out of the valley and into the neighbourhood!

Eventually, we stumbled upon the regroup after taking the pedestrian C-Train bridge over Macleod Trail.

A bit of mingling in the dark while enjoying the beverages from the regroup car.

PMS figuring things out. Was it really that long and hard?

After a discussion, it was decided to do abbreviated outside down down’s with Hardly as the Religious Advisor (RA).

The Down Down’s

Hardly made up material and we agreed that the choir would be the group! Let’s get this done so we can go inside for more beer!

The hares were acknowledged followed by other accusations. A rant of stories, truth and lies.

After all the stories were delivered, Hardly declared the group “on the piss”.

The group retired to the Local 403 for more refreshments and food. A fine trail was enjoyed by all.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

The trail was somewhere around 6 km through the darkness of Fish Creek! An enjoyable hashing experience was had by all.

Run

Run 2424 – Teachers Strike Run

October 6, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Abandoned Pussy, Princess Monkey Spanker and Hot Cheeks

Location: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub

140 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0A3

https://maps.app.goo.gl/2kNso5oFw7YLvLpf6

RA: Abandoned Pussy

Attendance: 24

#Red4EdAB

The Beginning

Well, the teachers are on strike again. As we have teachers in our group, it was decided that they should host the run on the first day of their strike.

Abandoned Pussy, Princess Monkey Spanker and Hot Cheeks agreed to set trail from Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub on 10 Ave SW, just on the south side of the train tracks. They encouraged the group to wear something red to support their cause.

A good turn out of 24 hashers arrived for the trail. The weather was good and all were eager to run the trail the teachers had set through the beltline and downtown neighbourhoods!

The group assembled outside getting ready for the circle to begin.

Some demonstration from the teacher folks

Our freshly minted Hashmaster called the circle to order. We had visitors and archives plus announcements prior to the introductions.

Camshaft took control and successfully ran the circle, a success for the new Hashmaster.

The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks that had been set for the trail.

The pack was released to find the true trail.

The Trail

Off under the tracks toward downtown seemed like a good idea, until the false trail was found and the pack returned. Eventually true trail marks were found and the pack was On On!

With the true trail discovered, the pack followed the marks and explored the neighbourhood!

Apparently there were some art lovers on trail who took some interesting pictures!

Eventually, the art walk was over and the pack ending up doing outdoor down down’s at a parking lot close to Bottlescrew Bill’s. Abandoned Pussy was the Religious Advisor (RA).

With the down down’s complete, the pack was declared to be “on the piss”. Suspect some retired back to Bottlescrew Bill’s for a debrief.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair, who was busy with wine touring elsewhere.

Trail Summary

Looks like somewhere between 6 km and 8 km through the beltline neighbourhoods.

Hash Extra

Some of us had to endure a wine tour through the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. Will not bore you with the details.

Erections, Run

Run 2423 – Yummy Kippers and Erections!

September 29, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Hardly and Twisty

Location: Bitter Sisters Brewing Company

510 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary, AB T2V 0T3

https://maps.app.goo.gl/MRHPW6rsz86fJ73j6

RA: Stool Stuffer

Attendance: 27

Yummy Kippers and Erections!

The Beginning

As regular as clockwork, the annual Yummy Kippers run combined with the Erections for the group. A many dimensional event, we plan to celebrate Yom Kippur (atonement and repentance), enjoy some golden goldfish, have a run and finally, renew the CH3 mismanagement for another year.

The start location was Bitter Sisters Brewing Company. However, the have short hours on Monday’s, so it was decided to do the ceremonies in the back parking lot with a good streetlight. Sneak into Bitter Sisters prior to closing to enjoy a pint and enjoy the evening.

Hashers began to arrive. The smart ones parked behind the pub while the other ones chose to park in the front parking lot and walked to the run start location.

Hashers assemble preparing for the circle

Princess Monkey Spanker called the circle to order and went through the announcements and introductions.

The hares were invited into the circle to describe the marks they have for the run.

With the marks described, the first mark was a check and the pack was released! Madly off in all directions looking for the true trail!

The Trail

From the staring point, there were many options for the trail to go. Initially, the pack went the “wrong way”, only to conclude that there were no marks to be found.

A snow collection was nearby, which could have been a snow ball opportunity. Opportunity not taken!

With many possibilities to explore, the pack was initially confused.

It was in the alley, and now the pack was on trail.

With the parking lot achieved, it was time to enjoy refreshments and prepare for the outdoor down down’s.

Snacks were available to compliment the refreshments!

The Down Down’s

The group continued to get organized. Chairs appeared and hashers were mingling and enjoying beverages in anticipation of both the down down’s and the Erections!

Stool Stuffer was guilted into performing the Religious Advisor (RA) duties. Some confusion on the timing of the recent Rocky Mountain Hash resulted SS and RB being no shows. Stoolie has volunteered to RA the Rocky Mountain. Thus, it seems reasonable to have Stoolie RA the run tonight!

Stool Stuffer prepared his program. Essentially this is a prelube the “big event”, the Erections! Stoolie declared that all down down’s would have the participants select their own song.

First off, a down down for the hares! A fine trail though the wilds of Kingsland resulting in a fine experience for those who participated!

Various and sundry offences were conjured up. Fashion, shortcutting, and other made up offences.

Menage-a-Trois had a milestone. She cunningly conscripted a stunt double to help with the middle part of the half yard.

With the down down’s done, acknowledged the RA, it was now time for the Erections! Hashmaster Insane Bolt went through the formalities of resolving the MisManagement for the next year.

Insane Bolt checks his gadget for the answers

Erections are a big deal. Volunteering to help the club continue to deliver a great hashing experience is good for the soul. It takes a village to run the Hash, and we can now have a new crew to see us through for another year. The painful details of who is doing what will follow. Short story – PMS steps down. Camshaft steps up. The rest of the bunch continue and all is well!

With the stress of the Erections done, it was off to Bitter Sisters to enjoy a pint before they kick us out.

Pyro even brought his own chair for comfort. There may have been a small problem with who had the keys to the car. Best seat in the house!

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

A moderate trail of close to 5 km’s was enjoyed. Good temperatures and lots of marks made it all good! Thanks for Hardly and Twisty for setting an appropriate trail for us all!

Run

Run 2422 – Insane-in-the-Membrane

September 22, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Insane Bolt and Pyro

Location: Brewsmith Brewing Company

6311 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 0E5

https://maps.app.goo.gl/ceVSQJ77ib2WLAGy6

RA: Skewbic Hair

Attendance: 23

Sunset Is A Thing!

The Beginning

As the summer is now done, finding hares for the fall is equally as challenging. With the current mismanagement counting the remaining number of runs they are responsible for setting, Insane Bolt, our illustrious Hashmaster, felt compelled to volunteer to set trail.

Significant in hash numerology, the run was set for September 22 and coincidentally was Run 2422 . You would think that all would have double 22’s present! Sadly, this numbers fact was not adequately communicated to the pack yet 4 intrepid hashers were decked out in their 22 finery.

He selected a new venue in Bowness NW, Brewsmith Brewing Company, as the run start location. With this start point, we had ample new terrain to explore.

The group starting arriving and got set up in the pub prior to the run start. Some of us who were fashionably late, missed this part of the warm up to the run. Nevertheless, we joined the pack as they were relocating to the designated circle up location.

PMS identified the centre of the circle, and the pack figured it our from there.

Jell-O shots prior to the circle betting started

A reasonable turnout of 23 hashers in remarkable warm weather was a good sign. Unfortunately, the length of the day is getting shorter. Start in the light, finish in the dark. Headlights are something we need to remember to bring! With the Jell-O shorts completed, it was time to get organized.

PMS went through the introductions and announcements. Special run for both Mucky Dip and Hump the Shark. Regular visitors from BC, Pull My Woody and Sticky Lips.

Eventually, it was time to bring the hares into the circle to describe the marks for tonight’s trail.

The marks described, the pack was released to find the marks of the true trail.

The Trail

With the daylight diminishing, the pack headed out along the wide sidewalks of Bowness Road NW.

Scoobie takes a picture of Canada Olympic Park

After much up and down through the forest trail, we came upon a new neighbourhood with a park! Let the play time begin.

Hump the Shark has a plan for this appliance

From the park, it was a series of pathways which lead down toward Canada Olympic Park, including some sunset viewpoints.

Up to the top of the hill, we had to navigate through the commercial businesses leading to the true trail.

Down the hill and through the streets looking for marks. We knew that we had to get over the tracks to make it back to the pub. This provided a great opportunity for train spotting!

Eventually, the train passes and we looked for marks. We found out that Insane Bolt set this portion of the trail and had many check backs in close proximity to the regroup. False trails near the end are demoralizing.

Finally, the regroup vehicle was spotted and we could celebrate the finish of a fine run.

With the regroup done, it was back to the pub to do the down down’s inside.

The group figured out the beer and food options and awaited for the down down’s to begin.

The Down Down’s

Hump the Shark has finally figured out how to get a volunteer to be the Religious Advisor. In the previous week, he had offered up a “free beer” for a volunteer for next week. Foolishly, Skewbic Hair succumbed to the offer last week and was reminded that he was RA for this week.

With work to do, Skewbic Hair handed off his paparazzi duties to Shakesbeer and got busy with putting together a program.

Skewbic Hair soliciting stories from the pack

Do not let the truth get in the way a good story. A number of offences and crimes were invented and the program was ready. A choir of Sticky Lips and OPP were volunteered and we were ready to go!