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.
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.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
