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.
Insane Bolt runs the circle
The hares described the marks they had planned for the trail!
MarksLike theseAnd theseChecks and check backsAll good and ready to go!
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 we goFish Creek?Perhaps notMarks this way!Blurry RashyShakesbeerEvidence of a markParade of lights!
Off to the dark trails of Fish Creek. Some interesting things were seen, including a wet beaver and a marked tree.
Wet BeaverIn the darkWhile trail settingBeaver swim timeArt ShotSharp teeth at workNot much light
Through the dark pathways, we finally emerged out of the valley and into the neighbourhood!
LC has a bright onePMS following the lights
Eventually, we stumbled upon the regroup after taking the pedestrian C-Train bridge over Macleod Trail.
New regroup vehicleYummy beverages!
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!
Hardly – RA
The hares were acknowledged followed by other accusations. A rant of stories, truth and lies.
HaresShitty Trail?Insane Bolt – Suspect it was a racistBright light bunchShakesbeerStoolie, Rashy and Insane BoltAP for somethingKing ShitOn InMucky Dip – Not getting lost
After all the stories were delivered, Hardly declared the group “on the piss”.
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.
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.
Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub
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 folksVisitor – Cheap N EasyVisitor – Blowing Ho’sMmmmm Lady FingersAbandoned PussyTommy Two FingersSlippy ThongRashy BushShakesbeerStool StufferMenage-a-TroisLiquor LotsKing ShitComes and GoesSnow BlowerOPPLazy CummerThe return of Whale WankerOn InPyroDastardly
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.
Camshaft – HashmasterSuch a good circle!
The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks that had been set for the trail.
T for on trailOther marks as well!Such suckers…. They have no idea!
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!
Off we goNice shirtTrail markingBack from the false trailSucked inI am sure this is a better directionBack to the beginningHa…. suckers
With the true trail discovered, the pack followed the marks and explored the neighbourhood!
TTFStoolie this wayStoolie that wayAre these marks?This wayBag inspectionUrban viewsSidewalksStreetlightsFinding TrailArtwork sightedOPPFull moon shotBeltline walkMatching shirtsArtSame art?Marks here!Park foundRed zoneHappy walkersFeeling blue
Apparently there were some art lovers on trail who took some interesting pictures!
Full moonMuralAP takes a callLets huddle hereSelfieFeeling RedEvidence of a markMarks for sureArt ShotSecret message
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).
Regroup somewhere?Where are we?Follow me!A blur of funGuess who?MinglingHaresGroup funKing ShjitSnow Blower and Lazy CummerShakesbeerAPfinger pointingLiquor Lots for somethingShakes tests a blanketShakesbeer
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.
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 circleMucky DipPMSStrap On CramponAbandoned Pussy CamshaftHardlyLying Sack of ShitStool StufferSnevil tuning her shoe lacesSnevil with good shoe lacesBooty CampPyroSlippy ThongRashy BushInsane BoltTwisty with the Yummy KippersHump the SharkHot Cheeks and MMMM Lady FingersLazy CummerDaisy DukeKing ShitOPPOn In
Princess Monkey Spanker called the circle to order and went through the announcements and introductions.
Pay attentionReady for the hares!
The hares were invited into the circle to describe the marks they have for the run.
Dual markersTwo chalk coloursFish marksTwisty’s marks in pinkHardly’s marks in yellow
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.
This way?Trepidation
It was in the alley, and now the pack was on trail.
Finally some marksCatching up to the FRB’sWhy are they coming back?Something about a back check coming up!Will someone please figure this out!Team orange has this I found a mark!Someone has a small penisEven dead trees have characterShakesbeer too happyMucky on trailRacistsDown down the stairsSlippy Thong smiling!Down Down!Up Up!High density = lots of cars parking Muck Dip blurring to the finish
With the parking lot achieved, it was time to enjoy refreshments and prepare for the outdoor down down’s.
RegroupEncampment set up
Snacks were available to compliment the refreshments!
Snacks!
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!
Why are we…………….WaitingBeverages ready!
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.
Stool Stuffer ready for RA duties
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!
Here’s to the Hares!
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.
Ready to nail this!Ready – beginStunt Double continueVery helpful….. and done!Hash Shit come out to playWhat did we do to deserve this!Onesie of shame has a new ownerLooking smart!Yes I deserve this!
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 in progress
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!
This is how Pyro rocks!
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!
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.
A new brew pub in Bowness
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.
Off the find the circle u p 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.
Booty CampSnevilLiquor LotsLazy CummerShakesbeerInsane BoltKing ShitPyroInsane BoltPull my Woody and Sticky Lips (and Sacha)XXX RayMucky DipOn InLying Sack of ShitStool Stuffer Snow BlowerTwistyHardly
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.
Pinky saluteNobody is paying attention
Eventually, it was time to bring the hares into the circle to describe the marks for tonight’s trail.
We have marksPyro has the big chalkStandard marksThis plus flaggingSmall chalk with Insane Bolt
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.
Pyro points out the wayPack is releasedUrban sidewalk startOff and runningLooking for TrailPMS running steadyLazy Cummer makes a signalIt might be this way?How hard can this be?Big street. Cross it?Shakes beer on the huntLooks like a checkNo place like GnomeGarden party locationGetting darkerLooks like uphill!Can you read the logo?Snevil in the forest. Getting darkerUphillDirt uphillScoobie takes a picture of Canada Olympic ParkScoobie’s picture
After much up and down through the forest trail, we came upon a new neighbourhood with a park! Let the play time begin.
SwingerSliderGravity will deliver meSafely DownSynchronized swingingSnevil has a lookReadyDoneHump the Shark has a plan for this applianceShakesbeer goes upside down!
From the park, it was a series of pathways which lead down toward Canada Olympic Park, including some sunset viewpoints.
Bye Bye sunGoat trailBreaking trail
Up to the top of the hill, we had to navigate through the commercial businesses leading to the true trail.
H with some grafittiPMS lostWhere are the marks!Trail through the bollards
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!
Front of train this wayContainers galoreShipping in action!Many carsSnevil thinkingPatiently waiting for the train to cross
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.
Regroup is here!OPP and Mucky DipInsane BoltHump the SharkLSOSKing ShitStool StufferShakesbeerXXX RayDastardly
With the regroup done, it was back to the pub to do the down down’s inside.
Getting set up in the pub
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!
Singing the choir a songDown down for the choirHaresFine TrailSnevil upSnevil downRambunctious walkersSwingersDown DownDone!Hardly and XXX Ray – Technology on trailMucky DipKS and Mucky669 Runs!Pull My WoodyLSOS with a hash shitInsane gets a hash shitHump the Shark – 350 runsDown 1Down 2!Various offencesDown Down the RA“On the Piss”
With all the down down’s completed, the pack was declared “on the piss”.
A fine evening with a great trail from a new venue that appears to be Hash friendly!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
The Trail
A fine effort of something like 8 – 9 kms. New terrain with new challenges. Thanks to Pyro and Insane Bolt for making this happen.
We have been having trouble finding people to set runs. We have openings in the future that need to be filled. As of last week, this run did not have a hare. Thankfully, Hot Cheeks succumbed to run setting frequency guilt and volunteered to set trail. She managed to conscript Menage-a-Trois to not only help, but to host the venue.
The pack arrived to Menage’s leafy neighbourhood and found a parking place. A good turnout of close to 30 hashers was a good sign. We had to follow the marks to the back yard which was our assembly point.
Still daylight at the beginning, we pack mingled in the back yard in anticipation of the run start.
Mingling in progress
PMS called to pack to circle up in the front yard. The pack complied and a circle formed on the front yard.
XXX RayHardlyTwistyShakesbeerPyroMmmm Lady FingersKing ShitPMSHot PantsStrap On CramponLazy CummerInsane BoltSnow BlowerMucky DipMenage-a-troisJust JillMmmmm Lady FingersHot LiquorHump the SharkSnevilHot Cheeks and Booty CampKarate KlitLying Sack of ShitCamshaftTighty WhiteyRashy BushStool StufferSlippy ThongF4
PMS ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions.
PMS runs the circle
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks. With much enthusiasm, the hares described the trail they had planned for us!
Some sort of danceTrail is this longFollow these marks!
With the instructions done, we were released to find the trail markings.
The Trail
The pack spread out to find the marks. After some well placed check backs, the true trail was revealed.
King Shit on the moveCatching up with the packDownhill goodLower Mount RoyalRashy not convinced to go uphillShakesbeer tailing Slippy ThongSun on the buildingsTaking over 17 th ave SWTwilight approachingFollow the sidewalkShakesbeer photo bombPMS returns from a false trail explorationShakesbeer using the barsLazy Cummer poses on a mushroomFrom the park to the stairsStair masteringUphillView Point 1View Point 2Walkers SunsetHares off into the sunsetHop scotch challengeField crossingPlay GroundPlay TipsSo much fun!
Following marks we made it back to the regroup, which happened to be at the same place we started. We set up chairs and enjoyed refreshment in the backyard.
Comfy chairsGreat view!Not movingWhen are the down down’s startingWhy are we waiting?
As the beverages were prepared, the activities progressed to the down down’s.
Down Down’s
Hump the Shark performed the role of Religious Advisor. Dastardly did a fine job of organizing the refreshments.
Dastardly preparing the refreshmentsHump the SharkBeverages ready
Hump the Shark chose a choir. Lazy Cummer and Strap On Crampon were selected to deliver the songs to match the crimes.
RAChoirFind a songHaresHot Cheeks and MenageDrink it down!Just JillInsane BoltLate finishersLater finishersBlurry KKStool StufferRacistsHash Shit and Hat Shit redistributionPyroBooty Camp perhaps?Stoolie and RashyMenage-a-troisBooty Camp, Tighty Whitey and Snow BlowerScoobie rewarded for future RA dutiesRA declares the group on the pissInsane looking for trouble
With the down down’s all done, we were declared “on the piss” after the RA received a down down.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
A fine trail through the neighbourhoods of Upper Mount Royal, Lower Mount Royal and Cliff Bungalow. Close to 5 km’s of trail were enjoyed.
September is a month of transition. Weather can be anything and darkness now begins to intrude on the hash runs. The length of the day is decreasing at an alarming rate. As such, end of run in twilight and down down’s in the dark. Time to dig out the headlights!
Snevil volunteered to set trail starting from Stanly Park, west parking lot. Mature neighbourhoods, steep slopes, Elbow River and some great views were all part of the experience.
The group converged on the west parking lot and a good turn out of 30+ people were present. Something like a circle started to form as every got organized for the Hash Mattress to call the group to order.
Pack assemblingHardlyF4Rashy BushStool StufferMenage-a-TroisTwistyHot CheeksSlippy Thong and Mmmmm Lady FingersCamshaftXXX RaySnow BlowerKingshit and Liquor LotsShakesbeerComes and GoesPittsburg Visitor – Drag QueenOn InRoaring NancyLying Sack of ShitDastardlyBooty CampLazy CummerSnevilHump the SharkStrap On Crampon and Huggy BearInsane BoltPyro
PMS attempted to get the circle together and went through the formalities of announcements and introductions.
PMS runs the circle
The hare, Snevil, was called into the circle to describe the marks.
Snevil in the circle
Listen to my instructionsMarks and flagging
Snevil declared that the pack was released to find the marks she had cleverly left on only vertical surfaces.
The Trail
From the parking lot, the trail drifted by the swimming pool and the tennis courts only to squeeze down into a steep dense forest trail.
Follow the packKS going uphillMucky Dip charging aheadStoolie following F4ProcessionAlleysInspectionRoadworkSunset and hill topBring your own musterDownhill HardlyRideau BridgeElbow RiverWest side of Elbow RiverParksFieldsHare encouraging us to keep goingUphillHistory LessonRiverdale footbridgeRiverdale alleySandy BeachBritannia Viewpoint
Parks are fun!Bug looking for customersLook what I foundIt is big and green!RegroupFuzzy crowdLate regroup arrivals!
From the regroup, we headed back to the picnic area for down down’s. The group assembled their chairs and things in anticipation of the forthcoming ceremonies.
Getting ready for down down’sA good line upGetting dark!OPP – late arriverPMS signaling
The Down Down’s
Insane Bolt was appointed Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. The group decided that the last one to arrive gets the privilege of RA duties. A win-win situation.
Insane and helpers organized the down down beverages.
This is a very important task!
Insane Bolt burst into action. A choir was appointed and the program gegan.
Insane Bolt – RaHot Cheeks and Booty Camp – Choir
Insane Bolt went through his list of crimes and acknowledgements. Much to celebrate for such a fine run.
Hare – SnevilWe ran no evil!Archive – Comes and GoesVisitor – Drag Queen from PittsburgAuto hashingPMS PMS hands over hash shit to XXX RayKing ShitLiquor LotsSlower groupHump the SharkOPP – Hash Shit receiverDastardly – Fine RegroupOn the PIss – RA declares
With all crimes and punishments delivered, we were declared “on the piss” by Insane Bolt. The group packed up in the darkness and dispersed,.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
It looks like 7 to 8 km’s of fine running. Even the twilight could not temper the pack enjoyed. Fine trail by Snevil.
Hash Extra
Apparently, some pictures were taken from the walkers trail. Looks like they had a great time as well!
Labour Day signals the end of summer. No more wearing white. It is also a big football day in Canada with Edmonton and Calgary teams inconveniently playing in the afternoon.
Booty Camp and Snow Blower have a great place for afternoon runs. With a great location and a fine backyard, no better place to start and finish trail on a hot summer afternoon.
The group found street parking and gathered in the backyard.
HardlyTwistySnevilLying Sack of ShitBooty CampSnow BlowerHump the SharkLazy CummerBlue BallsCan You Hear Me NowKnight StalkerAuntie FrankHash Test DummyPMSBa Ba BeerPyroHot CheeksAbandoned PussyCan CrusherDastardlyXXX Ray
Time to run, so PMS called the circle to order and went through the program of announcements and introductions. Booty Camp and Snow Blower went through the marks. The pack was released to find true trail.
The Trail
Off into the Capitol Hill neighbourhood to find the marks. Looks like the trail ran through Confederation Park and meandered through the streets and alleys.
Playground action was enjoyed. Hashers were scaring off the small children from the vicinity.
Wait for your turnTwisty tries big circle swingHardly and LSOS checking things outKnight Stalker practicing stationary yogaHot Cheeks considering a career in pole dancingAP provides assistanceCan Crusher on the barCYHMN and Crash Test Dummy plotting somethingThere is a hash song based on this tree featureProgressing the trailA quick paceSmall library inspectionTeetering and totteringHump the SharkPMS in strideLazy CummerSnevilOut of the shadowsPMS displays two digitsInside viewPathway policeSkewbic Hair approvedLooks like a circlePrecautionary presence
Eventually, the regroup was discovered and a refreshment was enjoyed by the group.
Beverages goodA fine run
After the regroup was completed, the pack migrated back to the Booty Blower Bodega backyard (B4) for down down’s.
The Down Down’s
The pack assembled in the back yard, getting ready for the entertaining program that was about to be delivered.
Preparation for the down down’s
Abandoned Pussy was the Religious Advisor and likely a group choir.
AP and SnevilBlue BallsPMS and LSOSHot CheeksLSOSBa Ba Beer and Can CrusherKnight Stalker , PMS and Lazy CummerTopography assessmentHaresYounger hashersKnight Stalker, PMS, and Lazy CummerHot CheeksLooks like someone has the onesie of shameOooops – Hope nobody sees thisNo down down for Hump the Shark
Once the down down’s were over, there may have been some distractions in the neighbourhood with the football game shenanigans.
Noisy distraction
All done, the group was declared “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Looks like a solid 6 km’s according to this summary on Strava.
Hash Extra
Apparently, they have this football thing on Labour Day in which the enemies from Edmonton come to visit the champions from Calgary. The Game ended as it should with the home team defeating the Edmonton squad.
Hump the Shark has been prolific at setting runs recently. I think he takes great pleasure setting runs to make the pack suffer for not setting trail. Hump went over the top on this run by setting a long trail, a great trail, and a mosquito rich experience.
We were warned to be ready for bugs, but we did not think we would need a full bug proof suit.
The group assembled at the Fish Creek Boat Launch parking lot at the end of Bow Bottom trail SE. A good turnout including visitors and new boots.
A warm evening, the circle started to form in a fog of bug spray.
The group was in chattering mode until Insane Bolt called the circle to order.
Migrating DickHump the Shark in Bug Repellent clothingKing ShitCamshaftHot PantsHardlyBlue BallsShakesbeerOttawa visitor – EltoucheOttawa visitor – La ToucheVisitor – Spontaneous CombustionVisitor -From DenverLying Sack of ShitBooty CampSnow BlowerStool StufferSlippy ThongDaisy DukeDastardlyInsane BoltOn In and PyroTwisty and Mucky DipOPPLiquor Lots
Insane Bolt ran the circle going through announcements and introductions.
Insane Bolt runs the circle
The hare was called into the circle to describe the marks for the trail.
Many bugs on trailI have made some marksHere are the marks for the trail
Flagging was described and the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
The pack dispersed to find the trail. With many trail options, it took some time to discover the true trail. Eventually, marks were found and the pack followed on.
Looking for trailThis way I thinkLooking goodRunning for the sunTrail goes “under” highway 22X. Unknown territory!Birds nest – big typeWide trailPerfect mosquito trailBeaver snacksUphill to the sunGreat views!Trail this wayPark foundSo many choicesSliding funSuccess!Daisy readyGood slide!Migrating Dick at restOPP following LLStoolie joins the paradeThrough the forrestDownhillDeer spottingBlending inOPP and Hump the SharkDownhill is good!Mosquito breeding areaTrail by the golf course
Daisy Duke used his enterprising skills to find beer supply on trail. I am sure the golfers have this happen all the time.
Daisy Duke supports the golf club
Eventually, the trail lead back to the parking lot where the regroup vehicle was waiting with cooled refreshments and bug spray for the pack.
The Down Down’s
The group found their chairs and prepared for outdoor down down’s. On In volunteered to be the Religious Advisor (RA). He put together his story from his snitches on trail and prepared for the ceremony.
On In chat festBlue Balls and Hump the SharkHot Pants telling a storyExhausted hashers waiting for down down’sVisitors from OttawaHot Cheeks doing hash cashVag of Despair making a point
On In called the group to order and we were ready to begin.
Down Down’s are ready!
On In needed a choir, and Skewbic Hair and Migrating Dick were selected.
Choir – readyA gaggle of visitors and a newer bootLying Sack receives an accusationVaj of despair LSOS gets a down downDaisy Duke and TwistyHump the Shark – Great Trail!Never a better mosquito trail!
Apparently, Hump the Shark was rewarded with the Hat Shit for the despair he had inflicted on the pack with the mosquito swarms.
I deserve thisDrink finishedLooks good on meI will wear this hat shit proudly!Bashing without hashingHappy to be here!Mmmm Lady Fingers and Blue BallsSome notable offenceLooks like Hot Pants has the hat shit again!Down Down’s done – On the Piss!
With the down down’s complete On In declared the group to be “on the piss”.
The group then retired to the Lighthouse Pub for a post run conference.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail in new territory was delivered by Hump the Shark. Good bug spray is important. Distance was in the 8 km range.
Summer is a wonderful time in Calgary. Problem is, that people disappear on vacation and the Hash has to go begging for hares. Thankfully, Strap On Crampon volunteered to fill the void in the calendar and took it upon herself to set a fabulous trail for all to enjoy.
The start location was on the edge of Fish Creek Park and Lake Bonaventure off Canyon Meadows Drive SE. As such, will the be getting our feet wet with shiggy in Fish Creek or a romp through the neighbourhood? Have to be there to find out.
The group began to assemble in the parking lot getting ready for the run.
Pub has a patioCircle forming in the parking lot
A group of 22 hashers turned out on a fine warm evening.
Stool StufferPyroOn InLiquor LotsStrap On CramponDastardlyHot CheeksImmigrant DickRashy BushShakesbeerMucky DipSlow ClapDastardlyHump the SharkLazy CummerBlue BallsHardlyStool StufferCamshaftMmmm Lady FingersKarate KlitTeam Yellow – Skewbic Hair, Shakesbeer and Hot Pants
On In ran the circle in the absence of any current hashmasters. He went through the announcements and introductions.
On In runs the circle
Strap On was invited into the circle to explain the marks. All in chalk (yellow) with no flagging.
MarksMore marksThere you go!
With the marks explained, the pack was released to find the marks for the true trail.
The Trail
Off from the parking lot, we headed down toward Fish Creek Park. This was a false trail and, as such, now pointed us into the Lake Bonaventure neighbourhood to find trail.
Off we goSidewalks with marksAlleys in gravelBack alley adventure
Finally, a playground came into play. Hashers were pleased with the opportunity to use the swings and the teeter totter.
This looks like funLL and Hump the Shark competitive swing How high!This is funAvailable sandbox toys
A view of Lake Bonavista on the other side of the fence
More fun was had with a surprise snow pile. There was some snowball throwing which is currently out of season. Snow angel opportunity for those that like wet clothing.
Take this!Careful!RelaxingA bit dampBack on trailRegroup soon?Look at the size of that HThis is a big one!
The trail followed the high bank of Fish Creek Park to end up in a parking lot close to the pub where the regroup was ready to go.
Beverages enjoyedFine trail!
Back to the pub to get set up on the patio for down down’s.
Chatting and eatingChatting and waiting for beerLooks like someone is orderingWhy do we have no beer here?
The Down Down’s
The beverages were prepared and ready for down down’s. Special milestone runs for a couple of hashers!
Beverages ready!Dueling half yards
Lysing Sack of Shit volunteered for Religious Advisor duties. He called for a choir of Shakesbeer and Hump the Shark.
Listen to your RAChoir – Sing yourself a song!
First down down’s for the hare. Strap On did a fine job of setting trail using a large amount of yellow chalk.
You are so lucky to have me!Beer is good!
Team yellow was recognized for their matching outfits. This was done via telepathy.
Team YellowOn In and DastardlyBashers – Hot Liquor and Menage-a-troisHash shit with new carrotI am keeping this hash shit because I like it!Mucky and Hardly – DFLLC and LL suspiciously late
And now for the big event. Stool Stuffer celebrating 300 runs, Dastardly 1200 runs. A tandem down down event.
ReadyLet’s do thisSteady!No problemLast dropDone – time for a shirt changeJust about doneJob Done!
With the down down’s complete, we were declared “on the piss” by the RA.
On the piss!
The group settled down to eating, drinking and socializing.
Strap On happy the trail is done!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Some 5 km’s of trail through the streets and alleys of Lake Bonaventure SW with playgrounds and fun.
Another successful White Dress run completed. Slow Clap organized a great charity event with the process going the the Autism Aspergers Friendship Society. Months in the planning, with help from Hot Quickie and Beer in the Rear setting trail.
Thankful for all those that signed up in advance, at the better rate, to help get a handle on the numbers. The later sign up folks paid a small premium for the later sign up. All is good as 26 participants, in White Dress splendor converged on the random parking muddy parking lot close to the railway tracks.
The circle starts to form
A fine range of white dress finery was on display. Special attention to the accessories and Village Tags that show the investment in the cause.
Here is the fashion show.
Slow ClapMmmmm Lady FingersCamshaftLying Sack of ShitHump The SharkTSOHSnevilBooty CampSnow BlowerShakesbeerFurry GenitalsSlippy ThongLiquor LotsKarate ClitLicker QuickerHot QuickieNew Boot 1 – PaulNew Boot 2 – SimonOn InDastardlyJust KirstynMucky Dip and Skewbic HairBeer in the Rear and her brother Allan
Tommy Two Fingers ran the circle and went through announcements and introductions. We had some new boots and archives joining the group.
Tommy Two Fingers running the circle
Nice circleWhen is this going to start
With our proximity to the train tracks, there were opportunities for the trail conductors to “blow the horn” to acknowledge the group!
Train traffic needed to be worked through
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks for the trail. Two versions available: Green chalk for walkers and Orange chalk for the runners.
Walkers marksOver there on that pole
Runners marks – follow these and keep on trail
The hare had illuded to a nominal 10 km run for the running bunch, and 6 km for the walkers. See if this was what we actually ran in the summary. Spoiler…. way longer.
The pack is instructed to disperse and find the trail marks. The pack was released in a flurry of white costume.
The Trail
Confusion ran rampant as the pack headed out to find true trail. Of course they went of madly in the wrong direction until the true trail was figured out.
Not that way…..Hot Quickie keeping the pack in lineNovelty vehicle spottedThis way, on this side of the streetKK has this under controlStanding around positionWhy are we waiting?Snevil expressed her happiness with the length of the lraffic lights!Kirstyn, Licker Quicker and LLSnevil happy to be hereAllan and Beer in the Rear
Along the sidewalks, construction, and many street crossings interfered with the fluid pace of the pack. Eventually, some longer stretches were found to keep the pack moving.
Mount Royal elevation changes were navigatedLiquor Lots charges up the hillHot Quickie keeping us on trackFalse trail return trudge
The the maze of small streets and treed neighbourhoods, the trail unfolded. Eventually, as we descended through Cliff Bungalow, the first stop of the trail was upon us. The Unicorn Pub on 4th street SW was a welcome break from the first leg of the trail.
Patio happinessNice placeThan can’t be rainBeer good!
The beer was good but we were informed that time was up and we have to get back on trail if we plan to finish the the next leg of the trail.
Leaving the Unicorn Pub, we headed off toward the Elbow River and Lindsay Park over the bridge.
Off to the next stopLindsay Park this wayElbow River
The packed headed over toward the Stampede grounds to see if they could entertain the security guards that considered the white dressed runners some sort of invasion.
I have the mapStampede groundsNot that way….Not that way!
Photo opportunity
LL posing like a windmillShakesbeer sporting his designer labels
We observed the Cirque do Soleil tent under construction as well as other projects as this part of down is being reconstructed. Artwork by the entrance to the convention centre apparently has some connection to Snevil’s daughter.
TTF attempting to mount
The walkers found a photo opportunity not to be missed.
Look where we are!
Close to Macleod Trail, the regroup vehicle was spotted and we could enjoy more parking lot refreshments.
3rd stop – regroup beverages
Much mirth and merriment were enjoyed as hashers were reveling in the joy of the run and the beer they were drinking at this second stop of the trail.
Bottom contactMucky explaining somethingTSOH attentively listening to Hot QuickieKK, LL and TTF solving the worlds problemsNew boots eat chipsPhotogenic bunch
A group shot for the charity group was taken to prove that we were there and all dressed up!
Group picture – Charity is Autism Aspergers Friendship Society
From the parking lot, the pack was released once again to go and find the trail. The East Village and downtown were beckoning.
Ready to go!KK following On In to the next stopYou are number 6Serious paceShakesbeer posingHump the SharkSnevil and Hot Quickie Beer in the RearMucky and LLSelfie time!
Library tour
The gate is there to protect youStephen Avenue MallClose to the next stopSomething looks fishy hereNice feel!
With the next pub in site, the group was excited to have another refreshment opportunity at the other Unicorn Pub on 7th ave SW.
Beer and chatHaving funAllan and Hot QuickieMucky Dip with a Velvet FogLiking the lookBeer goodBest white dress run ever!
A fine time was had at stop 3, but it was eventually time to go and find the end of the trail. Enthusiasm for following true trail was waning for some, but others charged on to rack up the big km’s. Ultimately, we end up back in the parking lot where we started and prepared for down down’s.
Happy we are mostly doneMore beer here!Are we not cuteDrunk yet?
Time for down down’s. The group formed something like a circle and the Religious Advisors were chosen as Booty Camp for the walkers, and Hump the Shark for the runners.
RA’s – Hump the Shark and Booty Camp
A choir of Camshaft and Shakesbeer were chosen to provide the songs for the down down’s.
Choir – Camshaft and Shakesbeer
Ready to go!
Primary hare – Slow ClapOrganizersScoobie and MuckyTWOHDastardly – under the weatherNew bootLiquor LotsKirstyn – might have got a nameBest value village dress everHump had a storyCamel songNew bootsShoes availableWho needs hairIt wasn’t meReal dealValue Village fashion showPlan to return this after the runPaid way too muchBashing without hashing
Down Down’s continued until they were done. A bit difficult to follow but successfully completed. The On In was declared to be Craft Brewing for those that needed more refreshments. A fine time was had by one and all.
On the piss.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Craft happeningWill this ever end?
Trail Summary
As hard as it is to believe, the advertised 10 km run was more. Great trail and thanks to the organizers for an epic trail with great stops.
Hash Extra
Plenty of pictures were provided. Here are some additional shots for your viewing pleasure.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
