Hardly and Twisty love setting trail for the hash. They are very skilled at creating a unique hashing experience with each trail he sets. Starting from the Nose Hill Park view point, off 14 Street NW, the wilds of Nose Hill are calling out for the hashers to enjoy.
Run Start Location – Pecker Point
The group gathered in the parking lot and got organized. Apparently, the amount of rain of late has vastly improved the mosquito population. They are abundant, angry and looking for blood.
The circle was conducted and the hare described the marks for the trail. No photographic evidence provided, but trust me it all happened.
The pack was released and headed out to follow the buzz of the bugs.
The Trail
Off through the trails to the top of Nose Hill to take in the great views. Here is some evidence that there was some hashing done.
Gravel pathwayDirt pathway into the bushView from the top
Hump the Shark looking for hashers
Parking instructionsA lively colourful groupDiscussion on whether uphill is the answerKarate Klit – had a cameraView Point
The high point of the trail was the regroup, of course. Hump the Shark found the hidden beer in the swamp, much to the delight of the mosquitos.
I know where the beer isMy favourite part of the trailFollow my lead!Happy to be wet againKK at the swampLike a lakeside resort
The beer at the regroup was very good, and then it was time to scurry away to the shelter of Moose’s Beanery and Bar close by for inside down down’s.
Down Down location
Down Down’s
Back to the protection of the Pub, it looks like Hump the Shark was the Religious Advisor for the down downs. It is not clear if there was a choir, or just songs by the group. Here are some random shots
Orange shirts in abundanceLazy Cummer settling inA happy throng of hashersHardly and Twisty matching haresLinked drinkingLiquor Lots argues with Hump the SharkSlow Clap down down with styleShakesbeerKarate Klit making a fitDown Down KKF4 and LSOSOn InPyro and Roaring NancyA picture of a picture
Some of the notes received described the role that the mosquito’s played in adding to the enjoyment of the run.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Something close to 5 km, once the GPS was turned off on the way to the pub. Epic trail that I was not able to enjoy.
August long weekend is a great time for a holiday or to be out of town. As such, finding a hare to volunteer to host this holiday afternoon event is sometimes a challenge. Thankfully, Liquor Lots succumbed to the pressure to host the run, and start/finish at her fancy house.
Keeping with the tradition of rain, rain and more rain, the trail was wet. I am sure that some folks are happy with the wet and soggy ground, but others are concerned that too much rain can be a problem. Not a problem if you like to harvest mushrooms on your front lawn, but some who live near the Elbow River remember the flood of 2013.
An afternoon run saw 12 intrepid hashers brave the wetness to show up for the run. Circle up in the backyard, waiting for the rain to pour down in earnest enjoying Jell-O shooters to mentally prepare for the run.
Jell-OPack mingling
Looks the Hashmasters were not to be seen as On-In stepped up to run the circle. The group formed up in the alley behind the house and started to get ready for the afternoon trail.
DastardlyOn InLying Sack of ShitKarate KlitShakesbeerHardlyLazy CummerSlow ClapF4TwistyRoaring Nancy
After the pleasantries, On In called the hare into the circle to explain the marks.
Gravel is perfect for making chalk marks!
With all the marks fully described, the pack was released to find the true trail.
The Trail
With the abundance of alleys, streets and pathways in the Erlton neighbourhood, the pack was afoot. Marks were called and the pack joined in following the marks to great viewpoints and interesting terrain.
Early stagesPicking up the packHardly at speedLSOS on the narrow trailsLook like a reckless slideRibbed for your lying pleasure
Are we not the coolest?
I can do this!Good swingingThat ribbed thing looks tempting
More pathways and weather to contend with at the run progressed. The hash likes it wet, so this is a great thing!
Hardly rainingF4 has this under controlFollow LC and all is goodRiver nearbyFeels rightStoolie is confidentFollow Roaring Nancy and all is good!How could this be wrong?We are sure about thisMovable hash markLSOS comingLSOS goingConvenient stairsBoth sides of the streets coveredShakesbeer modelling his rainwearRoaring avoiding the bike lanesOur hare showing some thighNot sure what makes Slow Clap happy?Look like uphill towards the end!
Soo much fun with the harriette
And then it was done. The hash assembled in the rain protected garage shelter perfect for down down’s. It look like lots of chairs were present and the hash jammed in to the confined space for more fun and frolic.
Down Down’s
The pack set up and mingled in the shelter of the garage.
Lots of space. Can even plug my electric car in here!
The pack got cozy in the garage anticipating a great finish from the Religious Advisor, Lying Sack of Shit.
A bit hydrated from the runA bit of a strip show for those that paid attention!Dastardly temping the harrierettes
Eventually, it was time to get the down down’s started. Lying Sack of Shit chose a choir and it was time to get rolling.
To the hares for setting a fantastic trail. No bitching about the light attendance or the shitty weather. Great sports and they are welcome to set trail many times in the future!
This is serious. What a fantastic trail!
A parade of down down’s followed with most guilty of some offence or another misgiving.
Late cummerFinished trailRain proofStoolieShakesbeer drinking beer!Hardly and Twisty are happyBeer drinking goodSomething wrong hereNot sure what caused this alcohol abuse….Floor washing?
Apparently, someone wore new shoes to the hash. You would think they would learn, but , at the discretion of the RA, swilling from your new shoes is appropriate. Lazy Cummer is much smarter now.
Take this insoles outCarefulNot too fastThis tastes amazing!Good to the last drop!LL claims the nice butt awardSo happy about thisAlmost discrete change artistSecond place in the butt competitionFr came lateOn In got a ride back to the on inRoaring Nancy – ArchiveThis RA gig is a lot of work! On the piss!
An epic afternoon run that was enjoyed by all that were there, Your scribe, Skewbic Hair, had to live vicariously through the pictures and notes he was provided the write this up in absentia.
Beach life in Grand Beach , MB is spectacular.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of some 6 km was enjoyed by the pack. The great neighbourhoods and interesting terrain made it very enjoyable. Great work by the hares!
Camshaft has a significant birthday and could think of nothing better than to set trail to honour his dwindling days of 69. It has been a good year, but all good things must come to and end.
The phycological trauma of changing your digits to new numbers can be difficult for some. However, it is also a time for celebration! Why not set the trail and host the pack back at your house so that everyone can have fun! Sounds like a good plan.
We are having the wettest July ever here in Calgary. It would be fitting to drive to the run in the brilliant sunshine only to have the clouds roll in and dump rain on our circle. I believe that this was the plan all along, and we were not disappointed.
The pack gathered in the parking lot of the Dalhousie Canadian Tire, close to the pedestrian bridge. A solid turn out with archives and new boots were encouraging to see!
Do you think those dark clouds are heading our way?
The circle assembled as everyone was happy it was not currently raining.
Veggie WankerShakesbeerDastardlyHot PantsHump the SharkHardlySlow ClapLying Sack of ShitStool StufferInsane BoltRashy BushTwistyF4New Boot – Migrating DickKing ShitOPP and Liquor LotsMmmm Lad Fingers and CamshaftKarate Klit and Daisy DukeBlue BallsLazy CummerPyroSlippy ThongMucky DipDirty Dancer and MouthfulSkewbic Hair
Insane Bolt conducted his Hashmaster duties and called the circle to order. A round of announcements and introductions followed.
On cue, the hares were invited into the circle and the rain started simultaneously.
Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft – haresRainThings are getting damp quicklyRaindrops keep falling on my marks
The hares went through the marks for the epic trail they had planned. The pack was released as the rain intensified. Do I really need to get my raincoat? Good question.
Camshaft pointed out a direction and the pack was released.
The Trail
As the rain intensity increased, the hare was helpful in giving us clues as to where the true trail was. With parking lots and traffic lights, the pack got a bit split up. Nevertheless, marks were found and the trail was followed.
This wayConfusionDedicationThe pack is thinkingThis is the best rain ever!Alley strollFinally a playground
A reminder of proper playground etiquette
This park has rulesNice rubber groundToo wet to playOff to the next park
Should we give this a try? Rain sucks….
Having FunThis sucksWet, but not in a good wayChecking the water flows on the pathwaysCheck backThis way looks promisingFalse trailHow deep could this be?Is that brightness on the horizon?We demand a shortcutHare conferenceYes, the rain is relentingIs that sun coming to warm us up?Regroup with sunShoe wash
Looks like a rainbow to us
After taking in the regroup refreshments and noting how quickly the weather had changed, we took in the views of the rainbow then headed back to the parking lot. Down down destination hosted by the birthday boy.
Happy walkers
We convoyed the short distance to get ready for the down down’s inside.
The Down Down’s
Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft hosted the down down’s from their nearby address. It was a logistical challenge to get the people and the gear into the cozy basement location. Mission accomplished as most folks shed their wet shoes and socks to go for the barefoot look.
Cooler coming throughMingling with bare feet
There were many good things happening with food, drink and birthday cake, acknowledging Camshaft who is opening up the book on a new decade.
This will all be eaten soon!
Hardly was the Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. He prepared his program with the challenge of how many hash shit’s can we get to the birthday boy?
Hardly read to goCamshaft have a seat!
Choir was selected and the festivities commenced.
Choir – can we sing a song to us?And we did!
First in the procession of hash shit’s was one that Skewbic Hair diligently dragged around the wet trail. A fine addition to his costume.
I hand this over with prideBest hash shit everBlue BallsTwisty and BBStool StufferShakesbeer offloads the Hat ShitImmigrating Dick – new to the groupHump the SharkMucky and ScoobieBlue Balls againDirty Dancer and Mouthful – archivesInsane Bolt – Onesie of shame ready for a new person King Shit with his new onesieMore hash shit for CamshaftMilestone runLSOS for somethingThanks for hostingYes we had fun!Are you happy with all of this?Slippy Thong supporting the structure of the houseThis post is not moving!Forgot the hares – Great Trail!
Here’s to the hares!
After a significant effort, Hardly declared the group “on the piss” so we could continue of mirth and celebration of Camshaft’s birthday.
On the piss!
A fine celebration for the birthday boy as well.
You can have your cake and eat it too!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km or so, with a much appreciated minor shortcut to improve our trail enjoyment. Lots of new territory in the wilds of Dalhousie to explore.
With Stampede over, it was time to get back to a normal schedule of hare raising and run setting. It is summer, and hares are in short supply. Thankfully, Hump the Shark volunteered to set trail and had great plans to introduce the group to the margins of the city. He selected Elliston Park SE for the start location, at the East end of 17th avenue (International avenue). Close to the finer neighbourhoods of Forest Lawn, Penbrooke Meadows and Applewood Park.
The Park location includes the site of the former Hub Oil Refinery, which burned down in 1999.
The weather has been variable in recent days, and the run happened to coincide with massive rain. Some of us were delayed in getting to the run start due to road flooding on Glenmore Trail. Thanks for the pictures of the run start with Dastardly provided.
Gathering of the umbrella’sRain protectionHappy to be herePre lubeDaisy under coverCircleLooking forward to thisRain rain go awayThis will be great!Need a bigger umbrellaThis is funVery happy here!
Apparently, the number of umbrellas indicated that the group was prepared for the weather. Some semblance of a circle formed and the enthusiastic hashers tested their waterproof qualities. Here are some of the “after” pictures masquerading as the “before” pictures.
DastardlyStoolieVeggie WankerRashy Bush and Lying Sack of ShitDaisy DukeCamshaftTwistyLiquor LotsHot QuickieSnevilVisitor Your Highness and Mmmm Lady FingersJust ColinMucky DipHardlyVeggie Wanker and Mmmm Lady FingersSlow ClapKing ShitHump the SharkSkewbic HairShakesbeer
Apparently, Slow Clap ran the circle as our Hashmasters are absent using travel or adventure as the reason for not being available to keep the Hash on track. A fine job was done and the Hare was called in to describe the marks that were all now washed away.
Hump show us the marks that were washed awayAll of these are the marks you will need to know
Standard marks plus flagging
The mention of flagging was reassuring. Flagging survives the rain where other materials do not. Hopefully, some evidence of the trail survived.
The Trail
The walkers went one way, and the runners fanned out to find the marks. The hare had chosen to run the pack through the vast grasslands surrounding the park. Plenty of deep grass, puddles and mud to enjoy.
Plenty of wetness to enjoyWatch out for the gopher holes
A full featured run with open fields, roads, pathways and playgrounds. A bit light on evidence as the rain was drowning the camera.
No idea where we are going!Best park feature – shelterSpin dry
New CN rail park – not yet open
DangerousHappy timesLoving it
Shakesbeer with a new toy
Fun place to practice cycling!
Happy walkersLots of fence poles – this wayThat way
Storm water retention pond – working
This trail becomes wetter
After much wet trail running, we circled back to the starting location. A longer run extended the enjoyment of the wetness. The regroup location was a welcome view with some makeshift rain protection.
Regroup location with tarp shelter
Happy hashers post run, trying to dry out
It was decided to do down down’s outside, as everyone was already wet and miserable.
Down Down’s
Hardly was selected to do the RA duties (Religious Advisor). He had a cunning plan to move this along quickly.
Hardly thinking about RA duties
Hardly started with the hare, Hump the Shark, and a suitable song was delivered.
Hump the Shark – Hare
Hardly then went through the group and called each hasher out for something done on trail. The ended up as a mass down down, using your own beer.
Proxy for the big down down
Hump the Shark was called up again, and was called out for something special. He managed to finish the down down, and tipped the vessel over his head, subsequently filling the hood of the jacket with beer foam.
A bit messy
With the down down’s completed, we were declared “on the piss”. The group then headed to the local pub, Boddum’s , to dry out and enjoy food and drink.
ChatterRefreshments good!Warm and dry
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine wet trail of between 7 and 9 km’s. We appreciate the work that went into setting a great trail in the fine neighbourhood. The puddles and the mud were epic!
PMS has heritage that puts her in touch with all things French. On the French calendar, July 14 is celebrated as Bastille Day.
Bastille Day is the national day of France. If you live there, you might call it le 14 juillet , or even la fête nationale.
Remember back to 1789, the storming of the Bastille French National Day is the anniversary of the Storming of the Bastille , bring an end to feudalism.
PMS declared this run at the French Tickler run, with a theme of all things French. The enormous dump of rain may have extinguished some of those thoughts, but an intrepid group of water resistance hard core hashers showed up to run the fantastic trail that Dastardly had set.
The group arrived and tried to secure dry parking in the parking lake.
Parking Lake
Puddles galoreA wet time to be here!
The circle formed and the volunteer Hashmaster, Skewbic Hair, ran the circle eloquently and efficiently.
HardlyStool StufferCamshaftTwistyVeggie WankerDaisy DukeHump the Shark with his French snackKing ShitMmm Lady Fingers and ShakesbeerSkewbic Hair – Substitute Hashmaster
The hare was called in to the circle, but took us to his marking pole to show us the marks that he had chosen for the run. Of special note, was the generous use oatmeal as a trail mark. Absorbs water nicely and looks like breakfast.
I will use this post to explain marksThese will all be washed away by now
With rain gear buttoned down, it was time to enjoy this soggy adventure.
Raincoat and umbrellaPorridgeClassy rain gear
The pack was released into the weather to find the remnants of any marks that might still be remaining.
The Trail
Marks were found and the pack headed north to where the old Esso refinery used to be. A check then took us up the wet pathway to the top of the hill.
A mark was foundHardly following the pointing baguetteThis is how everything gets wet quicklySkin is mostly waterproof
Thankfully, there were parks to play in, to take our mind off how wet everything was.
Playground spotted
Water slide
Water makes you go fasterMusical hashersBaguette banging more of thisOff we goMarks over hereWe found a markWeatherproof marksTop of the hillWatch for trainsGraffiti opportunityDry pathWet path
City view
River rolling along
Daisy pretending to runCampsite?You are hereBridge to more stairsRiver viewDaisy DukeBridge trafficThis is so much fun!View of the golf centreDistant city viewAnother playgroundPlaytimeYou can fall of thisWhen will I fall?Daisy aggressively jumpingDark passageLook stairs!Slippery when wet
Field of dreams
The end is near
The end is here!
A selection of beverages were enjoyed once we dried off. Hypothermia not too far away for the damp ones. Parking lot down down’s were in order as we had a small group.
The Down Down’s
Daisy Duke was the religious advisor (RA) for the evening. An abridged version of a “no frills” down down ceremony with self choiring.
I am the RAHare sporting stylish footwearHappy down down group!Skewbic Hair – Ready for winterMmmm Lady Fingers – walkers reportSpit transfer eventWhiskey goodBaguette doneHash shit?Most stable hashers of the eveningWalkers self indulgence
All was done and we were declared “on the piss” by the RA.
On the piss!
With the down down’s done, it was time to head off to a warm pub to celebrate the fact we were not dead from drowning of hypothermia.
Trail Summary
An epic trail with some achieving up to 7 km’s.
Hash Extra
Happy Bastille Day! Think French and do French things.
Annual Stampede event was a campout in Wayne, Alberta home of the Rosedeer Hotel and the Last Chance Saloon. Camping in the Alberta badlands!
A Full Moon Run on Friday evening, with the main event happening on Saturday afternoon.
The group with camping gear started arriving on Thursday to get the good spots. Camping for one or two lights depending on your desire. Some even booked rooms at the prestigious Roedeer Hotel.
A drive of about an hour and a half through the scenic countryside of Alberta, with impressive vista’s of the badlands.
With 30 plus signed up for the event, the campground filled up with our group.
Full Moon Run
A Full Moon Run was organized by Rashy and Stoolie. They set trail and then fed us with wonderful hot dogs. Not a lot of pictures, but here are a couple that illustrate what a great time the walkers had.
The Saturday trail was set by Pyro, Tommy Two Fingers and Camshaft. Epic views were had as we challenged the badlands. The pack assembled for the two o’clock start after sampling the Full Steam Lager sourced from Valley Brewing in Drumheller.
It was a hot day and it was difficult to keep up the pace. Here is a memorable false trail with a view.
The bushwacking and steep climbing made for a fun time.
Look at what was collected on trail. Spikey things and grass that was like little knives.
The river crossing was quite refreshing. The high turbidity brown water was a nice touch, and the muddy shores were interesting. Shoe sucking shiggy comes to mind.
Eventually, we ended up at the regroup to enjoy some chilled beverages.
After the run, it was back to the camp ground to drink more beer and think about eating.
Post Run Shenanigans
A picture is worth a thousand words, so use your best judgement to interpret what happened.
A fine evening of eating and drinking until we ran out of beer.
Full summer and Stampede Week! Tough to get hares out but we had Can Crusher set trail to celebrate her 9th birthday! She might have had a bit of help from her brother (Touche) and Abandoned Pussy.
An obscure location at the east end of Fish Creek Park, the Bankside parking lot, created some challenges for those that were not paying attention to the map link.
Upon arrival we were welcome to a nice parking lot with a shiny public washroom. The pack arrived and proceeded to get their bearings. Stampede costumes were present.
Hashers arrive to find the location to circle up
Princess Monkey Spanker enlightened the pack with where the run would start. The group stumbled over to a large picnic area to for the circle.
Start walkingCircle will happen here
The pack circled up and prepared for what would be an epic trail set by a 9 year old, with some assistance.
Tighty WhiteyHardlyTwistySeaman LegsMmmmm Lady FingersCamshaftStool StufferRashy BushDaisy DukeHuggy Bear and Ba Ba BeerPull my WoodyStrap On CramponFrogadile HunterHot CheeksHash Test Dummy and Sticky LipsPyroOn InLSOS and DastardlyMucky DipMucky and Hot PantsHump the SharkTouche and Can CrusherAbandoned PussyLSOS needs an arm photoshopped in
PMS commanded the circle to order. She went through the announcements, introductions and other hash business. We had archives and visitors, including our African friends that were tardy to the circle.
PMS runs the circle
The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks that were made with chalk, flour and flagging. Can Crusher was reluctant to take full credit for the trail as she had some support from her family.
We have set a trailCan Crusher toe points to a circleAP makes more marksYou know the drill
All the marks you need to know
There was some suggestion that shiggy may be present on trail. The high river was creating some quality wet shoe opportunities close to the bank.
The pack was released and the runners spread out to find the marks for the true trail.
The Trail
The paved pathway system was augmented with dirt trails with thick vegetation growth. It was challenging to find the marks but once we clued into the role that the flour had in marking, we figured it out.
Strapon and Lazy CummerYou can’t see the forest for the trees
Nice view
Marks are hard to find
Rashy emerges
Field of shiggy
The pack charges alongFalse trail?Strap On not getting sucked inWhat a nice bridge over there!
Follow the leader
Daisy in trudge modeStoolie making progressArt shot with nice cloudsHow high can you go?Daisy masters the slidePMS ponders the Monkey barsHump is a swingerBoy is this fun!
Park spotted
Off to find more trailPark actionRunning through a check back – shameAP knows the way
Strap On claims the chair
Hump takes a breakStampede and Halloween mash upBoy was I thirsty
As we emerged for the Deer Run neighbourhood, we could see the regroup and parking lot in the distance.
You can see the end!
Outdoor down down’s
The pack collected their chairs and prepared for a session of outdoor down down’s
Down Down’s
The group assembled in the picnic area to enjoy refreshments and snacks as we prepared for the closing ceremonies. We found our late cummers as we filled out the down down circle.
Circle for the down down’s
Keep on Pumping, Star Lady and Just BasilNot Ready
Tighty Whitey volunteered to be the Religious Advisor, and proceeded to make up a program based on myth and innuendo, with the occasional fact.
Making up stories and tales
Dastardly prepared the beverages and the program was ready to go.
Beverages readyRA ready to launch
We held off until some of out missing hashers arrived. Apparently the free chair needed to be secured quickly as not to miss out. PMS and Strapon sheepishly return using the excuse they were getting their hash cash out of the car…..
PMS and Strap on finally making it to the circle
The program was started. Tighty Whitey immediately invited the hares into the circle to be acknowledged for fine trail.
AP helped meGreat Trail!Best 9th birthday ever!Down down
After the hares were acknowledged, Tighty Whitey realized that a choir would be helpful. Strap on and PMS were chosen, as a reward for delaying the start of the down down’s.
Choir – PMS and Strap on Crampon
Hardly finds flourChoir using technology
Our lost visitors
Hot Cheeks and Frogadile Hunter – Bird watchers
Woodpecker song with actions
Pull My Woody and Hump the SharkConfirmation of equipmentStool StufferSeamen Legs – Edmonton visitor
Hump the Shark was called out for multiple offences. Apparently the dog dish rehydration on trail had to be recreated for the group.
Stampede themed costume
On In and PyroChoir in action. Note Touche brought in for supportLSOS was racing apparently
Scoobie for taking pictures, and Tighty Whitey for RA duties. On the Piss
The circle wrapped up and there was much rejoicing.
Scribed (in person) by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km was delivered. The Bankside picnic area was a great starting point for a great run. Can Crusher has a great future in trail setting for the hash.
Canada Day is meant to be celebrated! We are pleased that Pyro stepped up to set trail on this day. With Canada Day falling on a Tuesday this year, that meant it was following the epic Monday night trail set by Daisy Duke.
The start location was set at in Tuscany NW at the Twelve Mile Coulee Natural Area parking lot, also known near a fancy condo complex known as Villa D’Este known by Google.
It was a hot day with an afternoon start. Being ready for the heat is a challenge for cold weather folks. The pack arrived and prepared for the the trail to begin.
You are herePMSTwistyHardlyOn InPyroInsane BoltKarate KlitLiquor QuickerMapleShakesbeerDastardlyKing Shit
Insane Bolt called the circle to order and went through the formalities for this small but enthusiastic group.
The marks were described by Pyro and the pack was released.
MarksPathway to somewhere. Perhaps to the ring road?
The Trail
The Tuscany area has spectacular views of Canada Olympic Park and the Rockies to the west. The ravine can be steep and deep in some places creating some adventure on the pathways.
PMS senses the trailIt must be this way!Follow meHardly at a moderate paceLicker Quicker bounding through the fieldsShakesbeer trying to catch upWalkers enjoying the sceneryA bridge somewhere thereKeeping the high ground
Pyro surprised us with some urban exploring. Why not have the pack get lost in these twisty neighbourhoods! Please obey all traffic signals.
Crossing safelyRendition of the Abby Road Beatles crossing
Eventually the pack made it safely back to the starting point. Cooling refreshments made the effort worthwhile.
We made it back safely
Down Down’s
The chairs appeared and the pack prepared for outdoor down down’s delivered by Hardly, the Religious Advisor for the run. Sun protection was a good idea for those that did not want to be consumed by the solar radiation.
Hardly getting readyOn In ready!Best Canada Day Trail of the year!Yummy munchiesPMS in her cocoonShakesbeer has a not of Canada gearThis is how you do this!Protects from both sun and rain
The down down’s went very well and met the needs of the smaller group. Hardly declared the group “on the piss” and it was time to relish in the Canada Day vibe,
Happy Canada Day
Scribed in absentia by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
A fine trail in the 5 km range. Great terrain with sufficient up and down to make the beer at the end taste even better.
Hash Extra
Good thing you were not here facing the Canada Day beach crowds at Grand Beach Manitoba.
Summer is a great time to be outside in Calgary. Unfortunately, a lot of the group have travel plans so it is sometime difficult to attract both hares and runners. Daisy Duke apparently realized it was his turn to set trail, and was able to use his influence to get Stoneyslope Brewing Company to open on a Monday evening when they are usually closed.
The Monday before Canada Day is kind of weird. Seems like a lot of people take the day off to make an extra long weekend. Monday at 7:00 pm is Hash Time regardless, so the plan was to set and run the trail. A warm up to the Canada Day run that Pyro will set on the next day!
It appears that we still had our African visitors around for another hash with us. Thus, a reasonable turn out given the circumstances.
Your illustrious scribe, Skewbic Hair, was enjoying the beach life in Manitoba, thus made a plea to others to provide pictures and notes from the run. This is a remote reporting of the run I was not on.
Dastardly provided pre run Jello shots to put the group in the mood for the run.
Yummy Jello
It would appear that we had a circle in the parking lot of Stoneyslope Brewing with Insane Bolt running the circle.
Part of a circleMore parts of the same circleDaisy Duke – Nice Hat ShitPussy GaloreGomer Pyles and ShakesbeerTwistyOn InJust 10 BeaverA portion of PyroKing ShitStar LadyPussy GaloreDaisy DukeLSOS, AP and Can Crusher, Strap On with Huggy BearJust Basil and Not ReadyLSOS posing as a trail marker
Blue Balls and Karate Klit
With the announcements and introductions complete, it was time for Insane Bolt to introduce the hare to the circle.
Insane Bolt manages the circleComplete attention to the task at hand
Daisy appeared and used some props as marking posts to describe the marks for the evening. I am sure that you all remember the marks and the description of the trail provided.
I have set the best trail everI am sure you will take this seriouslyMarks on LSOS ‘s shirtWhy are there trail markings on my shirt?
With the trail marks described, the pack was released to find the marks.
The Trail
From Stoneyslope Brewing Company parking lot, the trail explored the reaches of Haysboro SW. A fine collection of roads, pathways and alley’s were navigated to create a joyful experience for the hash.
Just 10 following upYes, that is a markA grueling paceWho needs a tarp when you have a flag this bigWe got thisHardly and LSOSAlley inspectionGadget checkF4 leading the packLive HarePark BreakMore fun to be hadKK climbing the sticksSee how much fun this is!
Unending trail went on for a great distance. You could see the expression of desperation in the faces of the forlorn hashers.
You are almost thereThis hash shit is heavyThis juice box is tastyGP sprintingShakesbeer attempts an “on course” glasses adjustmentLadies conferringInsane Bolt looking for the endLSOS and his heavy hash shitThis is the way we rock!
After an extreme effort in the summer heat, the regroup was located and the group went into drinking and socializing mode to try and forget the epic trail they had just completed.
On InInsane Bolt – sweatingJust 10 Beaver LSOSHardly – beer quality controlPyro – getting ready for Canada Day runBeer goodCider goodLot in hereNot Ready getting readyCanadian beer is marvelousCooling down….Best regroup everHappy to be hereAP is counting the days for school to startWe had a great timeBest run ever!
Eventually, it was time to walk across the parking lot to Stoneyslope Brewing to prepare for the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
We set up on the picnic tables in the parking lot and got ready for the down down’s. Shakesbeer volunteered to be the Religious Advisor for the evening, so he got ready with the program.
I love being the RA!
In grand style, the down down’s started and there was much rejoicing. Many offences and crimes were committed on trail and all were duly celebrated.
I looks like Dastardly and Twisty were nominated as choir. They sang themselves a song and prepared for many more.
Choir – Dastardly and TwistyTo the hare – Daisy DukeDastardly with a very dark beerNot ReadyTwisty laughing to herselfInsane Bolt and LSOS – likely racistsStrap On Crampon Karate KlitF4Insane Bolt – again?Star LadyKing ShitPussy Galore with a four legged friend
The down down’s went swimmingly, and it is likely that a down down was given to the RA for a job well done.
The pack was declared “on the piss”.
Scribed in absentia by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
I predict that the real trail was 7-8 km in length. Here it is courtesy of Daisy Duke.
Hash Extra
A few additional items for you to take in from the trail.
Ready for action!Trail TreasureJello extraction techniqueWhat shape comes to mind?Food truck parkingGrand Beach – Manitoba
The teachers in the group become very happy as the school year ends. The time spent with their pupils is over and they can plan their summer off. Thankfully, their enthusiasm included setting trail in Fish Creek Park from the Bebo Grove parking area.
Abandoned Pussy, Hot Cheeks and Princess Monkey Spanker were the hares. The abundance of trails in Fish Creek were beckoning. Recent rain and snow melt had transformed Fish Creek into a raging river. Should be a great time!
The group assembled the in the parking lot in anticipation of a great trail.
The pack gets organized
We had a good turn out with a number of visitors from Africa attending conventions in town.
The cunning plan that the hare’s had involved a “live hare” setting the trail on the fly. Here is a pre run picture of PMS, ready to inflict marks on the park trails.
You have no idea how much will like this trail!
PMS hit the trail to set the marks and we gave her a 15 minute or so head start going through the circle procession. The pack started to form something like a circle in anticipation of the Hashmaster running the circle. PMS setting trail and Insane Bolt missing in action. What to do?
Something like a circleDaisy DukeHump the SharkCamshaftBeer in the Rear, Slow Clap, Hot Quickie, and Just ColinMenage-a-TroisMmmmm Lady FingersLazy CummerBlue BallsOn InDastardlyGomer PylesArtur – Lion KillerStar LadyProdigal DaughterI’m so SweetNot ReadyKeep On PumpingNew Boot – Just BasilTighty WhiteyLiquor LotsAbandoned PussyRashy BushKing ShitTwistyHardlyShakesbeerStool StufferSlippy ThongHot CheeksOPP
Snevil stepped up as acting Hashmattress and ran the circle. Many announcements, introductions, milestones to work through and Snevil did an excellent job.
Snevil runs the circle
We had a number of visitors from Africa that brought an international feeling to our hash. They provided a great deal of entertainment to our relatively quiet group.
Visitors galoreVisitors and a new boot
Snevil called the hares into the circle and they provided a version of what they thought the marks might look like. Perhaps there was a telepathic message from PMS who was currently on trail making the marks!
Marks could be like thisPerhaps like theseUse your imagination and find the trail
The pack was released and headed out in different directions trying to find the marks.
The Trail
Many possible trails to check. Eventually, the true trail was found and the pack burst into action following the trail.
Beer in the Rear leading here Italian barking dogKing Shit following the arrow in his shirtMany trees hereShakesbeer looking for trailOPP and Rashy in chat modeThere is a creek here somewhereBeer in the Rear setting a torrid paceProcessionRashy and Slippy running in unisonListening for marksPretty sure it is this wayFork in the roadCOSTCO sightingOver there!Daisy inspecting RashyPaved pathway?Why are we here?No marks up here. Daisy was mistakenThrough the woodsDaisy gets a soakerShakesbeer leadingDuck if you are taller than this treeSmile for the cameraConcentrationRunning commercialHump on the moveSlow Clap running fastGomer PylesHump finds the bridgeThe creek crossing is on a bridgeThe marks we like to seePastural location Signs of civilization
Eventually the marks lead us back to the parking lot where we found refreshments and set of a down down circle in the field nearby.
Post run assembly
The group celebrated the run with chatter and socializing prior to the down down’s start.
Looks like a good spotSharing a blanketReception here?Swipe right…You are number 1Hardly and TwistyVocal crowdCamshaft and On InChair conservationChat festWhy are we waiting?
The Down Down’s
Hump the Shark was the Religious Advisor for the evening. He diligently assembled his program and prepared to deliver the ceremony.
Beverages readyHump the Shark – thinking
With milestones at play, there was a need to prepare and warm up the half yard.
This is a big beerHeat transfer in action
Hump the Shark selected a choir of Slow Clap, Stool Stuffer and King Shit. They sang a song and enjoyed a down down.
Choir in action
The hares were acknowledged. PMS did an outstanding job of setting trail with moral support from her fellow teachers.
PMS set trailHappy teacher times
The pack was very engaged in the down down. In spite of continually checking their phones for updates.
Our visitors and new boots were called up and acknowledged.
A crowd of visitorsAre we having fun yet?
A number of offences were called out as well as the passing along of the hash shit.
Not ReadyNew boot – Just BasilRashy and Menage sharing a momentLazy Cummer and OPPJust Colin
Hat Shit over to Daisy Duke. Multiple offences being rewarded with this special prize.
Hat Shit finds a new ownerStyling
Various and sundry offences were called out. Too numerous to count.
SnevilOPPKing ShitStool StufferHardly and Menage – hash shit transferHot Cheeks like taking pictures to shareOn InSkewbic HairShakesbeer
The half yard was sufficiently warmed up for Tighty Whitey to enjoy.
ReadySetGoJust about thereAnti-gravity shorts
For some reason, there was more to be enjoyed. It seemed like the program would never end.
It was this big!You should have seen it!Scoobie for somethingAll done – on the piss
With the prolonged down down’s complete, it was time to pack up and leave this place. A fine performance was delivered!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Run Summary
Fish Creek Park did not disappoint. There was much up and down with sufficient climbing, descending and viewpoints. Thankfully we were spared for the death water torrent flowing through the creek. Total run was 6 km’s or so.
Hash Extra
The Rotary convention was in town, so we found some trail markers to celebrate this.
Other wildlife sightings.
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