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Run 2373 – Slow Clap Roars

November 25, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Slow Clap and Roaring Nancy

Location: The Dorset Pub and Eatery

1637 37 Street SW, Calgary, AB T3C 1S7

https://maps.app.goo.gl/CGLVRco93oFv5c286

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 17

Winter Wonderland

The Beginning

Slow Clap has been instrumental in keeping the hash afloat with her volunteer spirit. Not only did she co-hare last weeks run, she agreed to set trail again. She recruited Roaring Nancy to assist, and a fine trail was delivered.

It was a cold, dark, wintery night. Not ideal for running but OK. Still lots of snow around and the roads and pathways were icy under the snow.

The group gathered at the Dorset Pub and Eatery in the SW intersection of 37 street and 17 avenue. Inside was warm and pleasant as we awaited the signal to venture outside into the cold and dark.

Insane Bolt declared it was time to go outside and form the circle. We filed out and found the parking lot of the recently abandoned 7-11 to start the circle.

We formed a circle in the cold and dark with very little in the way of street lighting to enlighten the group.

Insane Bolt went through the formalities of the circle. Announcements and other important information was dispensed to the group. PMS has a milestone with 450 runs! The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks.

With the first mark pointed out, the pack was released!

The Trail

There was some level of confusion finding the initial marks. Some decoy marks had been placed near the beginning to toy with the hash. Much running around before, eventually, we found the true trail.

There was much to take in on the architects tour. The C-Trail station is underground, and seemed like a popular warming location for the unhoused.

Through the streets and the alleys, we emerged to challenge the walk signals at the C-Trail crossing.

Safely across Bow Trail, we ended up close the the Shaganappi Golf Course. Explored the new high density developments, then over the pedestrian bridge to a very hilly part of town.

Thankfully, a Beverage Near mark was observed. This is normally a good thing, however, the distance between this mark and the actual regroup was longer than you would think! More marks encouraged us to carry on until we were treated to a warm garage with a regroup.

We were thankful for the heater to defrost our glasses as we enjoyed refreshments in a warm environment. There was much rejoicing!

Regroup complete, it was now time to make it back to the pub. Even through it was 1.8 km or so, it seemed much longer due to the cold and the dark. The playgrounds were not well played with, as getting back to somewhere warm seemed to be the priority.

Back to the pub, we got settled in prior to the start of the down down’s.

Beer and food were ordered and the group settled in.

Down Down’s

Hump the Shark was the Religious Advisor. He chose a choir of Liquor Lots and Karate Klit to lead us in song.

The hares were acknowledged as well as a number of crimes and offences.

PMS has achieved 450 runs. A tremendous milestone for her to have achieved such an accomplishment!

Hump the Shark was rewarded for his great program before we were declared “on the piss”.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair

Trail Summary

A fantastic trail with over 7 kms of distance covered. Your trail distance will reflect the number of check backs you explored or short cuts your took.

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Run 2372 – Karate Klit Kindly Kame Forward (4K Forward)

November 18, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Karate Kilt and Slow Clap

Location: Lennox Irish Pub

5909 Signal Hill Centre SW, Calgary, AB T3H 3P8

https://maps.app.goo.gl/piWRMYJsV7PrkaZq9

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 14

View from Signal Hill

The Beginning

The group was pleased that Karate Klit kindly kame forward to set trail in the wild west end of town near Signal Hill. Of course, this is the time of year that sunny and warm one day becomes winter wonderland the next day.

As such, the arrival of 10 cm of snow did not bode well for the marks on the sidewalks that were set with care on the warm and dry Sunday. After some level of consternation and multiple re-marking, the hash trail was set. Map support with colour printing made it a feasible operation.

Hashers made it to the Lennox Irish Pub for the beginning or the run. Winter wonderland = snow and crappy driving/running conditions. Bright lights and white snow made for some interesting photographs of the event. Hashers assembled inside waiting for all those keen runners to show up.

Insane Bolt called on the pack to assemble outside in the cold and dark.

Insane Bolt studies the confidential information about the run

Insane Bolt went through the circle quickly as it was a small, but eager group. KC called into the circle to explain the marks, which sadly, was moot point as those marks were under snow.

The smart hashers memorized the map and set off to mimic the lines seen on the map.

The Trail

Leaving the parking lot, we headed across the street at a crosswalk to ultimately commit to climbing that significant hill that was nearby. Previous runs in the neighbourhood have educated some of us of the “one way up” set of stairs.

With winter upon us, we discovered the hill that city busses choose to die on. Daisy Duke was not being very helpful in trying to fix the problem.

Yes there were parks for hashers to play in. Daisy Duke chose the headfirst down the slide in fresh snow method. Not for the timid.

We have evidence that at least one mark survived the snow.

The trail eventually made it to the regroup where the Commando wagon was available to dispense suitable refreshments.

The group wandered back to the pub for the indoor down down’s.

Down Down’s

Inside the pub, we had a segregated space for the down down’s. The Monday Night Football cult was out in force. Hump the Shark made up a religious advisor program from the ether. Do let the facts get in the way of a good story! Roaring Nancy was selected at the choir and the ceremony proceeded.

Many offences and crimes were put forward and down down’s were enjoyed.

Special call out to Dastardly, who was conflicted with running the trail or winning money at the Grey Eagle casino. Payday for Dastardly who came back to celebrate his massive winnings with nachos for the group.

Nacho feast

Eventually, it all came to an end and we were declared “on the piss”.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair

Trail Summary

A fine trail in excess of 5 km’s was enjoyed by those who chose to run it. A good example of how superfluous marks can be when you have snow everywhere.

Run, Special Event

Run 2371 – Grey Cup Run

November 17, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Snow Blower and Booty Camp

Location: Banff Trail Residence

RA: Abandoned Pussy

Attendance: 19

Where Canadian Football is Played in Calgary

The Beginning

The Grey Cup is the final game of the Canadian football season. The winner gets to take home the Grey Cup.

There was some hope that the local team would be present to compete, but that was not the case. As such, we were relegated to celebrating the Grey Cup football game with a run, and a watch party.

Grey Cup was held in Vancouver in an enclosed stadium, with teams from Toronto and Winnipeg participating.

Booty Camp and Snow Blower hosted the run. This is a special run on the Sunday in the afternoon. Thankfully, the weather was good for the run. Snow predicted for that evening, but the daytime was double digits and sunny.

A group of intrepid hashers showed up, running without the burden of headlamps. We gathered initially inside, awaiting the late cummers to arrive.

Enough of this warm inside stuff, time to go outside and face the elements!

Insane Bolt ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions. Milestone for Mucky Dip – 650 runs! The hares went through the marks for the run.

The pack was released and we were off to find the trail!

The Trail

Through the pathways and back alleys to eventually hit the pedestrian overpass to McMahon Stadium, a shrine for Calgary football. We had a chance to circle the stadium to take in all its wonderment. This location will host the Grey Cup in 2026! Stay tuned!

Apparently the walkers also discovered the stadium.

Thankfully, there was more trail with considerable elevation loss and gain coupled with a viewpoint or two. Playgrounds included!

Of course there was more uphill and downhill. Why do they call this neighbourhood St. Andrews Heights!

Thankfully, the good marks showed up and we were directed to the regroup vehicle to find suitable refreshments.

Down Down’s

After a successful regroup, the retreated to the backyard comfort of our hosts. Not as warm as we would have liked, but OK for the down down’s.

Abandoned Pussy was the religious advisor and delivered the program.

All was well and AP declared us “on the piss”. Can Crusher took a moment to demonstrate her superior can crushing skills.

We completed the afternoon with a splendid eating feast and the watch of the football game. Now we know that the Toronto team were victorious.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair

Trail Summary

A fine trail through the posh neighbourhoods with some uphill, views and downhill. Some of us went around 6 km. Others went further to enjoy the check backs the hare had provided!

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Run 2370 – Remember Hardly

November 11, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Hardly

Location: Brickwell Taphouse

6219 Centre St NW #11, Calgary, AB T2K 0V2

https://maps.app.goo.gl/TiDEPZ7SBLBMPwVt5

RA: Abandoned Pussy

Attendance: 30

Remembering Hardly

The Beginning

Remembrance Day is an annual reminder of those who have contributed to the country we have today. It is up to us to remember the sacrifices that were made for our country.

Hardly agreed to set trail on this special day. Coincidentally, his birthday, he had mapped out a long and hard trail that we would never forget. He chose to partially set trail, and conduct the balance as a “live hare”. As such, we did not see him in the circle as he was out setting and resetting marks to make the trail a success!

The Brickwell Taproom was the starting point. Up in the north, the location attracted a number of northern hashers that we have not seen in a while. A great turnout of 30 people, and weather that was not horrible set the stage for a memorable trail.

The venue was a good place to start from, but not so good for the closing ceremonies as they had a Monday Night Football crowd who had priority. Early closing did not help either, so down down’s in the parking lot.

We gathered inside until it was time to head outside.

The group found a suitable location in the parking lot to circle up.

A happy group who did a great job of remembering that Monday night is a hashing night.

Insane Bolt led the circle and all was well. Archives, announcements and introductions complete.

Insane Bolt resting between circle events

Eventually, it was time for Twisty to describe the marks to follow for the Remember Hardly trail. Hardly was hiding on trail somewhere ready to pounce as a “live hare”.

The Hash was released to find trail markings and follow the trail.

The Trail

Off we went in search of marks. Once found, the pack shouted “On On” and started what would end up being a trail to remember.

As we wandered through these established neighbourhoods, we stumbled upon Hash Test Dummy and Auntie Frank’s renovated property, marked by the “GM”, for the Garage Mahal. A property flippers dream!

Through the streets, bridges and neighbourhoods, we stumbled upon some great views and a playground.

After what appears to be over 9 km’s, the regroup was discovered and the group prepared for outdoor down down’s.

Down Down’s

The group prepared for the down down celebration. Abandoned Pussy was the religious advisor for the evening, and proceeded to pick a choir to start the festivities.

Choir: Scoobie, Mr. Peanut and Insane Bolt

AP got into her program and thanked the hares for setting a trail to remember. Other down downs to the archives and visitors, as well as birthday and trail transgressions.

Eventually, we ran out of material and were declared “on the piss”. Some enthusiasts retired to Citizen Brewing for a debrief.

Trail Summary

A long and hard trail that we will never forget. With checkbacks, some achieved > 9km. A great overachievement demonstration.

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Run 2369 – Who Gives A Fawkes

November 4, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Snevil, Camshaft, Mmmm Lady Fingers

Location: The Trop Bar & Grill

1501 34 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 2B1

https://maps.app.goo.gl/VEHHR4GG5gQLqY3V6

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 27

A point with a view

The Beginning

With much enthusiasm, Snevil volunteered to set trail for the hash on what is coincidentally Guy Fawkes day. We are pleased that Snevil stepped forward as this date had not been filled as of last week. Perhaps it is the stigma with the date, for those familiar with the Guy Fawkes story. Back in 1605, Guy Fawkes planned to blow up the English parliament building with 36 barrels of gunpowder. He was unsuccessful and was charged with treason. The day is also know as Gunpowder Treason Day. Look it up if you wish to know more about the fun times of 1605.

In spite of the date, Snevil successfully found a pub that was not closed, booked, or hosting trivia. The Trop was selected for the run start in the Marda Loop/Mount Royal part of town. Historically a dive bar know at the Tropicana, it now represents itself as a venue suitable for a group like the Hash!

Snevil coerced Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers to assist as this was to be a epic trail requiring many marks.

Hashers appeared and filled up the place prior to the run. With the changing of the clocks off daylight savings time, it was now “really dark” at the start of the run.

Eventually, it was time to go outside to greet the chilly, dark evening. PMS rounded us up and Insane Bolt lead the circle.

Events, awards and archives were acknowledged. Apparently Menage has a significant birthday looming, and was suitably adorned.

The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks for tonight’s trail. Of note were “two view points” and some cryptic symbols that we had to figure out.

Camshaft, Snevil and Mmmmm Lady Fingers get ready

MD is Mucky Dip’s former residence. GP … Perhaps related to the General Wolfe statue on trail

There was mention of some pink flagging for the wilderness portions of the trail. The pack was released to find the marks.

The Trail

Off into the dark alleys and streets of Marda Loop in search of marks. On On was called and we followed trail and checked out all the check backs.

We had wilderness trail that was a challenge to follow in the dark.

Eventually, we stumbled upon the regroup wagon and enjoyed delicious beverages in the back alley near the pub.

With the regroup completed, it was on to the Trop for the down down ceremony.

Down Down’s

Now back at the pub, we got ourselves organized and found seats, beer and food. They had pointy projectiles with feathers that looked totally not dangerous in the hands of a hasher.

Time to get this party started. Hump the Shark graciously offered to conduct the event. Appointed Insane Bolt and Liquor Lots as choir and we were set.