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.
Booty Camp and Snow Blower volunteered to set trail. The starting point was in Confederation Park, in the parking lot close to the public tennis courts. Fine weather was all around us, and the group assembled in the park.
Apparently PMS was monitoring the passage of time and started the circle early to enable the run to start early. Even though we say the run start is 7:00pm, we know that it really means 7:10pm to accommodate those that are held up by the crushing traffic.
As such, some of us missed the announcements and other formalities, but did manage to be included in the introductions.
The hashers formed a reasonable circle and the program was started.
Slow ClapHardlyTwistyPyroLiquor LotsLying Sack of ShitTighty WhiteyBooty CampSnow BlowerSnevilOn InDastardlyMucky DipShakesbeerLazy CummerFog Horny and Comes and GoesBlue BallsHump the SharkKarate Klit
PMS called the hares into the circle to describe the marks that had been set for the trail.
Hares making marksThese are the marks
With the marks described, the pack was released to find the true trail.
The Trail
Off to find the marksNothing hereWe have a directionNice pathwayNeed any golf balls?Charging aheadHardly and Hump the SharkPMS and Lazy CummerNavigating the gatesSuburban landscapePMS contemplates the slide That was great!SwingersLiquor Lots masters the barMore trailThe end is near
We ended up back at the start and got set up for outdoor down down’s.
The stragglers made it back eventually and we prepared for the down down’s.
Yes we are DFL
The Down Down’s
Skewbic Hair was volunteered to be Religious Advisor. He prepared the program as the beverages were organized for consumption.
Beverages ready
The choir was selected and the ceremonies commenced.
RA and ChoirHaresChoir figuring it outMucky DipPMS for some relevant crimeBall skillsPMS and MuckyLazy CummerKarate KlitSnevilPyroTighty WhiteyHash Shit eventTransfer to Hump the SharkMilestone – 1350 for Blue BallsAnticsSomething she saidScoobie has it all under controlHardly and TwistyShakesbeerLL and KC share a momentOn In and LL enjoy the last beverages
Scoobie wraps it up by having a down down for his RA duties, and declaring the group “on the piss”.
On the piss
The group mingled around and enjoyed the fine warm evening, before packing it in for the evening.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of around 6 km was enjoyed by the pack. Thanks to Booty Camp and Snow Blower for setting a fine trail.
It is always an adventure when Liquor Lots and OPP volunteer to set trail. They chose Edworthy Park, south of the Bow River for the start point. This site provides access to much interesting terrain along the banks of the Bow River.
The Douglas Fir Trail is close by as well as the rugged slopes, train tracks, river, neighbourhoods and pathways nearby.
The steep access road was entertaining. Parking was at a premium at the bottom of the hill. Some hashers chose to cycle to the start. It was a busy place.
The pack arrived and congregated at a spot to enjoy yummy popsicles. It took some time for the group to show up on this hot day. We mingled around prior to be called over to where the circle would form.
Mingling around with popsicles!Sticky LipsPull My WoodieLiquor LotsGolden Showers – Toronto VisitorHot CheeksKing ShitHump the SharkTighty WhiteyVisitor – Prodigal DaughterPMSPyroDastardlyHardlyMucky DipLazy CummerF4CamshaftMmmmm Lady FingersBlue BallsJust 10 BeaverSlippy ThongInsane BoltMenage-a-TroisShakesbeer
Eventually, we were called to make a proper circle in a quiet location near be base of the beckoning trails. Liquor Lots got Insane Bolt to get things going.
CircleInsane Bolt – co Hashmaster
Insane Bolt went through the announcements, visitors, and introductions. We had visitors for Toronto and Nigeria!
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks they had used for the trail.
HaresRemembering the marksHere are some!The marks you need to know
The pack was released and headed off in many directions to try and find the true trail.
The Trail
There were many false trail found in the early stages. The hares had set some cheeky check backs up the hills, to be found by our speedy and intrepid hashers.
Off to find he uphill false trail!
You needed good vision to make out this check back buried in the dense brush, but it was significant.
Check back – three dots of flour
Eventually, the pack landed on the trail that got them pointed in the right direction. The Douglas Fir trail was waiting!
Pathway to the EastDouglas Fir Trail
A challenging route with significant climbing and an abundance of mud and obstacles.
Trail with a logJust 10 chasing Hump the SharkNo stair master needed hereAll up UphillBridgesStairsViewpointLove these stairsPark to the neighbourhoodAll is wellReturning from the check backTrail goes this wayHome improvementsInsane Bolt chasing the powerline polesWet T-shirt opportunityFollow the arrowVisitor not lostMulti lane trailAll this!ViewpointSelfieSlippy leading the packWe found a riverNo trespassing – railway property
Eventually, the path returned back to the parking lot. We selected a picnic spot to set up the circle for outdoor down down’s. A fine warm evening activity.
The Down Down’s
With a cooler of refreshments and a suitable picnic spot, the group settled down into a circle to enjoy their refreshments.
Insane Bolt assembled his material as Religious Advisor and picked a choir of Sticky Lips and Dastardly.
Beverages readyRA- Insane BoltChoir – Dastardly and Sticky LipsHaresSo much funTrain whistleMucky DipHot Pants and Slippy ThongGolden ShowersPyro and MenageProdigal DaughterHump the SharkCamshaft – 350 run milestoneMmmmm Lady FingersInsane BoltPMS – hot cheeksAll hot cheeks drinkTrespassersNothing to see hereOn the piss
With all the down down’s completed, it was time to declare the group “on the piss”. The pack hung around in the nice weathers and continued to socialize until dark.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km’s or so was enjoyed by the group. The Douglas Fir Trail did not disappoint. Great trail and a fun time!
Hash Extra
Plenty of pictures taken. Here are a few more for your viewing pleasure.
Slow Clap and Karate Klit stepped up to set trail out of Griffith Wood Park in the SW community of Discovery Ridge. With an extensive trail system and proximity to wilderness, chances of a critter sighting were good.
Beaver, Moose, Cougar all live nearby! We were forewarned that there may be some shiggy and dry shoes were recommended.
Griffith Woods Park
The pack assembled in the Eastern parking lot in the and prepared for an epic trail.
The pack assemblingStrap On CramponHump the SharkInsane BoltKing ShitTighty WhiteyGomer PylesSlow ClapKarate KlitLazy CummerBeer in the RearHot QuickyJust ColinRashy BushStool StufferMucky DipHardlyTwistyF4Hot PantsPyroVeggie WankerDastardlyPMSBooty Camp and Snow BlowerLiquor LotsSlow Clap againSlippy ThongShakesbeerOPP
Insane Bolt ran the circle. The pack listened intently as Insane went through the announcements and introductions.
Insane Bolt leads the circle
The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks for this evening’s trail.
I have big chalk and know how to use itLet me show youKK explainsHere is what we have. Bird watching opportunities
The hares pointed the direction for the start of the run. The pack was released.
We are offThe trail beckonsDisregard these signsTrail this wayFollow the SharkNot sure about this oneKing Shit leaps over logsBeer in the Rear expertly jumps over the obstaclesTake the logShoes stay dry!Beavers near byDefinitely this wayRashy catching StoolieOn trailAbsolutely no chance of falling in?Dry shoes!Hot Quicky chasing Snow BlowerCatching up to Slippy ThongClimbingRestingOff to higher groundLine of hashersViewpointZen GardenMeditation?What else could we do here?High traversePlaygroundDownhillGreat suspension
Eventually, the trail ended at the starting parking lot. A fine selection of suitable beverages was on offer.
The pack got their chairs and refreshments together and prepared for the outside down down’s.
The Down Down’s
Strap On Crampon volunteered to the the Religious Advisor. She assembled her material and conferred with others to come out with a program.
Notes for the down down’s.
Insane Bolt and Dastardly prepared the refreshments as we got ready for the down down’s.
Tragedy stuck as a moment of inattention created a spilled beer. So sad to see this type of problem prior to the down down’s. OPP was sad but was able to find a suitable replacement. To add insult to injury, Scoobie managed to spill additional beer while getting a picture of the crime.
InjuryInsult
Enough distraction, the down down’s were called to order. A choir of Booty Camp and Skewbic Hair were selected. They sang themselves a song and handed off the photographer duties to Mucky Dip.
How would you like my finger in your beer?
The hares were called up and thanked for their outstanding trail.
We are the greatest!Down Down for the haresRashy milestoneInsane Bolt for round disk crimesHardly – the cup matches the shirtHash Shit transferUnhappy with hash shitDown Down goodShort custody – off to PMS for parking skillsHappy Hot Quicky, not so happy PMSLazy Cummer was called out….King Shit and Rashy BushOPP – Alcohol abuseShakesbeer – Shoe dryingMucky Dip and Just Colin – Moose Sighting
Apparently, on trail, the walkers were being stalked by a large animal. No interest in the hashers by the moose. Mucky Dip took the picture!
We might die here?No interest…..
Apparently, Skewbic Hair made the mistake of touching the Hat Shit. The group was aghast at this oversite, and Scoobie paid the price. He even chose to drink out of the hat…. Much cleaner now!
HmmmmLooks like it would hold beerIf it fits, wear it!Yummy!
With all the material delivered, it was time to thank our RA for a fine job of conducting the down down ceremony. With a quick down down, we were declared “on the piss”.
A fine job of being Religious Advisor – Strap On Crampon
Will done in the parking lot, there was some discussion of a “follow on” at the Wild Rose Brewery! A fine evening was had by one and all.
Closing time at Wild Rose Brewery!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The trail was somewhere between 5 and 7 km’s depending on how much short cutting or false trails were enjoyed! Great trail!
Hash Extra
Lots of pictures were taken on trail. Here are a few more that were shared by the keen photographers.
With all the planning and fanfare around the recent Run 2400 weekend, it was challenging to find a hare so set the regular Monday. Thankfully, Hot Quicky agreed to set trail in the SW community of Somerset. This community is rich with neighbourhood trails and parks! So many playgrounds to keep the pack entertained.
We began our run from a neighbourhood. With the modern neighbourhood design, this implies one sidewalk and limited street parking. Nevertheless, the group was able to find all the available parking they needed, and set themselves up in the back yard in preparation for the run.
Getting ready for the Run
PMS called the circle to order and we went through the formalities of announcements and introductions.
Slippy ThongTwistyDaisy DukeHardlyBlue BallsStool StufferRashy BushHump the SharkShakesbeerOn InCamshaftHot CheeksLiquor LotsBeer in the RearNew Boot – ColinKing ShitSlow ClapBooty CampHot QuickyMmmmm Lady Fingers
PMS called the hare into the circle to tell us about the trail.
Hare! Tell us what we need to know!I have chalkI will make the marksHere your go!
With the marks described, Hot Quicky directed us out to the street and pointed the direction of the marks. The pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
Off along the street until we found a neighbourhood pathway leading off into a lush green corridor. Marks were found and the pack called out.
Looking for marksBeer in the Rear looking after the dogsHot Quicky monitors progressLooks like a parkKing Shit readySlide completedSo many hills!The front is where you drive, the back is where your run.Ready to playOK, I can do thisSooo much fun!I am done with this….Slide onOff to the next parkMarks in the dirtAttach the parkShould be funFantastic!LL Hump the SharkHmmm…. good idea?Where is the next park?Very small sideSomething being expelledHappy not to be stuck in there
More pathways, streets and sidewalks eventually lead to the end. Refreshments and down down’s in the back yard.
The quiet before the arrival of the rest of the hashers
Down Down’s
The pack gathered and got settled in for the down down’s. Chairs appeared and a social circle formed.
Beverages were prepared and Hump the Shark assembled his material for the closing ceremony.
RA – Hump the SharkChoir – Liquor Lots and OPP
Hump the Shark delivered his list of crimes, accusations and rewards.
Hot Quicky – HareSlippy Thong was foundSomething with ice creamShakesbeer is his fashion senseSeems like I left this somewhereYes you can drink beer from this!Lady FingersNew Boot – ColinBlue Balls – finished first!Hot Quicky – presented with chalk found on trail
Seems like we had an milestone run. King Shit has achieved 1700 runs. He was rewarded with a special beverage once he had done justice to the half yard.
ReadySlow and steadyWait for the waveThis will be much appreciatedBooty CampStool StufferBeer in the RearScoobie and Slow Clap – racingSurvivors of the weekend – multiple events
Eventually, Hump the Shark ran out of material and we were declared “on the piss”.
On the Piss
Scribed by “Skewbic Hair”.
Trail Summary
The run of over 5 km was great! Lots of territory we had not been to. Great trail set by Hot Quicky.
Hash Extra
Some hashers found some unusual items on trail, including a wind up car and a glacier erratic.
ErraticToy car
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
