Mr. Peeeeenut has relocated to Calgary and was eager to set trail for his new favourite hashing group. After some debate and discussion, it was settled that Moose’s Beanery & Bar Room for a start point.
Coincidentally, it was Christmas Lights time! Thus, there were extra things to enjoy and take in on this trail, and we thank Mr. Peeeeenut for setting a great trail.
Moose’s has a great room for the hash in the back of their fine establishment for hashers to gather prior to the run.
Moose’s Beanery and Bar Room
Pre run socializingBeer and food specialsThis should work!
Camshaft coaxed the group to head outside to circle up. Surprisingly good street lighting greeted us outside.
Camshaft gets the circle started
Lofty PrancerInsane BoltCocktailKing ShitShakesbeerDastardlyMmmmm Lady FingersPMSLiquor LotsBlue BallsMr. PeeeeenutOPPNot Too DeepKarate Klit
Camshaft went through the announcements and introductions prior to calling the hare into the circle.
Camshaft runs the circle
Mr. PeeeeenutMarks like thisOur favourite markOther marks of interest
Mr. Peeeeenut explained the marks and the pack was released
The Trail
Off we went looking for marks. Some sketchy busy street crossings lead us to the true trail. The pack industriously followed the marks to some level of success.
Following sidewalksCover the whole streetOPP and LL find a check backKS cautiously following PMSStairway beckonsPMS leads the wayA collection of thinkersOPP has confidenceCity View
Hashers posing for the viewpoint picture
Moon Shot
Shakesbeer celebrates a great shortcutPMS at speedTemporary trail marking
Apparently the walkers were able to enjoy the Christmas Lights.
Walkers Selfie
Plenty of lights!
Runners chose to shortcut to the regroup, where they had to be patient.
Patiently waitingThe problem being first to the regroup
Finally, access granted and all was well!
Back to the bar to prepare for the down down’s.
Warm insideFigure out your food and drinksIdle chit chatSoo many choices!
The Religious Advisor was Hump the Shark and he prepared his material for the closing ceremony.
The Down Down’s
Hump the Shark was ready and the refreshments were prepared.
Hump the Shark protecting the down down beverages
A choir of Liquor Lots and PMS was selected and they sang themselves a song!
Liquor Lots and Princess Monkey Spanker
A series of down down’s started with the hare, followed by various and sundry offences.
Best trail ever!Fantastic hare!Dastardly – late to the regroupInsane Bolt
Multiple milestones – ….69
Drink it down down
ShakesbeerKing ShitInsane BoltKarate Klit
KS displays his new look with accessories
Skewbic Hair PMSBasher – Copsucker
On the Piss
With the down down’s complete, we were declared “on the piss”.
Further chatter and socializing continued until it was time to leave.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
An interesting trail of 5 km or so was set and enjoyed. Some even got to see the Christmas Light display. A fine job by Mr. Peeeeenut setting his inaugural trail for CH3.
Apparently there is a new Bruce Springsteen movie out that has received some attention. As one of Mr. Springsteen’s signature songs is “Born to Run”, Tighty Whitey was inspired to step forward to set a Springsteen themed run from Born Brewing Company. As such, we were inspired to run from Born under a Born to Run theme.
The group arrived in the dark to the run start. Born Brewing is a modest taproom with great beers. Apparently, there was some sort of police commotion in front of the brewery to entertain us.
Born Brewing Company
Hope this is not you!
The group arrived after finding suitable parking. Some socializing prior to the run start.
Settling inPre run chat
Eventually, it was time to head outside to an adjacent parking lot to form a circle.
Circling up!Liquor Lots and her fur kidsMmmm Lady FingersStool StufferShakesbeerHardlySnevilBooty CampTwistyLazy CummerMucky Dip and Hot PantsHot Pants and Hump the SharkBlue BallsSlippy ThongTighty WhiteyDaisy DukeLL again!OPP
Insane Bolt ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions.
Insane Bolt runs the circle
The hare was called into the circle to explain the marks for tonight’s trail.
On is a “B”Checks and check backsEagle Turkey splitHill are present
The pack was released and the group spread out to find the marks for true trail.
The Trail
Off we went in all directions until the marks were found. Mostly industrial backwater.
Insane Bolt takes offSlippy Thong in the mixA critical change of directionWonderous industrial propertiesinto the residential areaSnevil sporting her hat skitSlippy and OPPSteep sidewalk with steps!City viewC-Train tracks coming upLevel crossingRock GardenFancy restaurantDaisy and OPPBorn to Run! In the cemetery…
Up the hill, following flagging then through the cemetery. This is where we cue the Born to Run music amongst the dead to rest folks.
Slippy can sense a regroup nearby
Regroup found!
After suitable refreshment, we headed back to Born Brewing Company to settle in for the down down’s
Great seatsBeer selection
After selecting suitable beers, we waited for the down down’s to start.
The Down Down’s
Camshaft has volunteered to be Religious Advisor for the evening. He prepared his program as we got ready for the performance.
Beverages readyCamshaft ready to perform
Choir – Shakesbeer and Lazy Cummer
Camshaft went through his material, honouring the hare for setting a fine trail. There were many offences and infractions to be dealt with.
Hare – Tighty WhiteyOn In – auto hashingSnevil with her Hat ShitHat Shit to Insane BoltTW and Hump the SharkSkewbic and Mmmm Lady FingersHardlyOPPLiquor LotsHot PantsHump the Shark and Insane BoltRacists
Through a diplomatic progress of threats and intimidation, we were able to identify an RA for next week. Snevil succumbed to the pressure and was rewarded with a down down. Down Down for Camshaft as well.
Camshaft and Snevil – On the Piss and next weeks RA
With the down down’s complete, we pack relaxed and continued to enjoy the fine refreshments that Born Brewing Co. had to offer.
Born Brewing is the best!
Scribed to Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of between 6 km and 9 km depending on your Eagle vs Turkey persuasion. Fine terrain with some great view points. Level C-Train crossings are always a fun time!
We have great hopes that the Canadian Football League will continue to function, and we support their endeavours. As this event is shortly after the MisManagement turnover, remembering that it a thing that we do and is a numbered run can be challenging!
We were pleased that Booty Camp and Snow Blower remembered and volunteered to hot this afternoon run. This is a special event with an afternoon run followed by a hosted feast and finally some sort of football game.
The game was in Winnipeg this year, and featured the Saskatchewan Rough Riders and the Montreal Alouettes. Absent from the roster was the local Calgary Stampeders football team. They, unfortunately, did not make it through the selection process. Hopes for next year!
The weather was surprisingly pleasant for mid November afternoon with sunny above zero temperatures and no snow. As such, setting trail and following marks were not as much of a problem that they could be at this time of year.
The group converged on the starting location and gathered inside in anticipation for the run start.
Gathering insideGetting mentally prepared for the runPre run chatting
The hostess takes stock of the home invasion
Given sufficient time to all to arrive, the group was called outside to circle up on the front lawn.
CircleLike a Grey Cup, only smallerCan You Hear Me NowBeer in the RearWhale WanterHardly and Covered in GooDastardlyBlowing Ho’sCheap -n- EasyJust Francis and Never Bit…..Slippy ThongPMSLiquor Lots and Slow ClapShakesbeerBooty CampMmmmm Lady FingersOn In and Hash Test DummyHardly and Aunty FrankRashy Bush and Stool Stuffer
Roaring Nancy with this Irish speaking supporters
Camshaft called the circle to order and we went through the announcements and introductions.
Camshaft getting ready to start the circle
The hare was called into the middle of the circle. Booty Camp made the marks and described their meaning. Snow Blower sends his regrets for not being their personally. Apparently an out of town commitment precluded his attendance in person, but he was instrumental in setting the trail.
I will make the marksSome look like this
Here are the marks. Should be easy to find trail!
Booty Camp pointed in the direction of the run start and the pack was released.
The Trail
Off into the neighbourhood to find the marks. On On was called and the runners dispersed. The walkers received instruction on which way to go and we were all off!
Waiting for the lightsTighty Whitey practices his ballet movesSkewbic Hair and Whale WankerBlowing Ho’s checking his footing
As we meandered through the leafy neighbourhood of Briar Park, we came upon our local shrine to the sport of football.
Following the leaderRunning hashers viewed crossing the bridgeDiscussing the routeThis is where football is played in Calgary. Grey Cup hosted here next year!
We chose to take a group shot of the walkers so we could remember what a great time we were having!
A strong turn out from the walkers
Over the bridge across Crowchild Trail and back to the neighbourhood.
Viewpoint toward the SWConference on the bridgeReady to walkSome day this will be a happening place
Scoobie considers a scooter trip. This has not ended well for others!
As we continued through the neighbourhood, we came upon the regroup vehicle and there was much rejoicing.
RegroupGood temperature for this time of year
Apparently, some were wearing the colours of their preferred team. Here is the evidence!
Mellon headsShakesbeer and his mini Grey CupIrish speaking dogs
The group enjoyed the regroup until it was time to head back to the run start to prepare for both the down down’s and the football game.
The Down Down’s
Inside the warmth of the inside, the group enjoyed snacks and refreshments. Much mingling and chatting in preparation for the closing ceremonies, feast and football game.
Good snacks!
Tighty Whitey and Stool Stuffer were the tag team Religious Advisors. The refreshments were prepared to our beer wench, Liquor Lots (Sicker Lots).
Poured with precisionRefreshments ready!
Stool Stuffer and Tighty Whitey ready to go
Stool Stuffer and Tighty Whitey appointed a choir of Slippy Thong, and Mmmmm Lady Fingers
Choir – sing yourselves a song
The program started with a series of down down’s honouring the hare, and other various and sundry offences. A high contingent of sexual offences were called out!
Liquor LotsHash Test Dummy and Aunty Frank – fashion and hand holdingSlow ClapBlue BallsSkewbic HairAttentive audience!New songs to test!Slippy Thong – Seattle famNever Been and CamshaftRoaring NancyCamshaft and Mmmmm Lady FingersSaskatchewan affiliationPMSSome connection to MontrealFinally the hare gets a down downI love hosting!
With all done, we gave the RA’s a down down and we on the piss.
On the piss!
Much food and yummy things were enjoyed in anticipation of the big game. Lets see how this will end up!
How we like the Grey Cup!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Apparently the runners endured something close to 7 km. The walkers trail was close to 4 km’s. A great trail for the Grey Cup Run.
We have been lucky with the weather to this point. Snow has happened in other places, including Toronto, but nothing for Calgary yet. Forecast temperature for our running day was 14 C. We all know what is coming, so be thankful for what we have today.
The run date was on the evening prior to Remembrance Day, so wearing a poppy was encouraged. We were pleased that Strap On Crampon and Hot Cheeks volunteered to set trail in the deep South East, precariously close to Fish Creek Park. Start and finish at the Light House Pub, which is Hash friendly.
Lighthouse PubInside gathering
The group arrived and waited inside for the signal to go outside to circle up. Insane Bolt made the call as the gathered in the outside parking lot that had a streetlight!
Mmmmm Lady FingersLofty PrancerTwisted SisterF4Hump the SharkBlue BallsJust KarenPyroCamshaftMr. PeeeeNutOn InDastardlyOPPMucky Dip and Hot CheeksPMS, Strap On and Lazy CummerCovered in GooSlippy ThongShakesbeerAbandoned PussySnow BlowerBooty CampSnevilInsane Bolt
Insane Bolt ran the circle. We had a good turnout of 30 hashers set to enjoy the fine trail set by our hares. The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks for the trail.
Marks like thisMore marks like thatHere they are, plus pink flagging!
The hash was released to find the true trail!
The Trail
Off from the parking lot, the pack spread out to find the marks. The starting point of the run has a significant staircase close by. Do you think we are supposed to climb all those stairs?
Off we goThe cars will stop for us?Those stairs….View from the top!
Off into the wilds of Parkland SE. Many streets, sidewalks, alleys and pathways to discover.
Back AlleysSidewalks
Thankfully there were playgrounds to play in. Some competitive sliding was observed.
Lofty vs InsaneLofty wins by a leg
Off to find more trail. The marks were found and the trail revealed itself.
Hump the SharkF4 following Daisy Duke
There was a pig themed street that caught our attention. Who knew they had such a thing in this neighbourhood.
Pigs from the northPigs going eastBig pig
Not to be outdone, there was also large animal sculptures to observe!
Bear Bear house!
We found some pathways through the forest down to Deer Run SE.
Snevil along the fenceLofty follows the packPark spottedThis could be funCareful with this type of ride!I can run through these swingersReady!Done!The queen of literacy has a momentFinds a gem and is good to go!Hump eyes up the new playgroundThis could be fun!Blurry finish
After much fun and frolic, the regroup vehicle was spotted. A great place to enjoy a refreshment and be thankful for the trail we have just enjoyed.
Regroup found!
From the regroup, it was off to the pub to get set up for down down’s.
The Down Down’s
The pack settled into the pub and ordered food and refreshments. With limited staff, patience is in order. All things come to those who have patience.
With beer on the tables, it was time to start the down down’s
Refreshments ready!
The Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening was Skewbic Hair. He diligently prepared his program and selected a choir of Mr. PeeeeNut, Hump the Shark, and an abbreviated appearance from Daisy Duke.
Choir and RAHares!Best trail everJust Karen – returning for more funLofty returnsPMSOPPInsane BoltAPAP enjoying a down downSlippy Thong – back from New OrleansSnevil happy to have the Hat Shit for another weekHump the SharkCamshaftKing ShitDastardly, On In and Pyro
With the ceremony complete, it was time to canvas for next week’s RA and finish off the down down’s.
Next weeks RA and down down RA – On The Piss!
After much rejoicing, the evening program was complete.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The trail was close to 6 km’s. Great weather and a fine trail were delivered by Strap On and Hot Cheeks! Thanks for making this happen!
We are thankful that that Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers stepped forward to set the first trail in November. A transitional time of the season, we have not yet settled into the deep freeze, but we are full on darkness, thanks to the time change away from Daylight Savings Time. We now enjoy sunset at 5:00 pm.
The start location was the Kampus Brewing Company close to the university. Formerly known as Kilkenny Irish Pub, it has reinvented itself as a craft brewery serving some interesting beers. The pack started arriving once they have sorted out parking in this congested location.
Run Start Location
The group arrived and got settled in to wait for the trail.
TwistyHardlyKing ShitAunty FrankHash Test DummyBooty CampSnow BlowerPMSStool StufferKarate Klit and Rashy BushBlue BallsLiquor Lots and Hot CheeksHump the SharkMmmm Lady Fingers and CamshaftOn InShakesbeerLazy CummerPyroOPPCovered in GooDastardly
There were others that did not show up on the camera roll, including Insane Bolt. There was likely a circle called to order by Insane Bolt, who went through the announcements and introductions. The hares, Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers were called into the circle to describe the marks
You can imagine what the marks looked like as the pack was released to find the true trail.
The Trail
Off from the parking lot, the pack spread out to find true trail. Off west through Brentwood NW, close to John Laurie Blvd NW with Nose Hill beckoning. Continuing through a combination of streets, sidewalks, alleys and pathways, eventually coming around the Charleswood NW.
Check backs in abundance made the trail tough to find and follow.
Is my light too bright?Battle of the light sabersStreetlights are a good thingMight be an airplane landing lightsidewalks goodStreets goodFuzzy Hardly looking for trailTrail this waygood bright lights!AlleyCamshaft giving hintsFollowing with convictionStool Stuffer pacing himselfFast RunnersStoolie and Rashy know where they are goingShakesbeer scaring the childrenWay more fun dressed like thisKK posingHump finding trailA good sigh
Eventually the trail arrived at the regroup location where suitable refreshments were available.
Happy to find the regroupMilling about
Eventually the runners showed up and a fine time was enjoyed by all. Regroup finished, it was back to the Kampus Brewing Company to get organized for the down down’s.
The Down Downs
Back to the Kampus Brewing Company, the group got set up in a large section at the side of the pub. Plenty of space to find a seat. There were both beer and food special that made everyone happy.
Long tables
Hump the Shark was particularly pleased with the size and darkness of the beer he chose!
Happy Hump the Shark
Insane Bolt was the Religious Advisor for the evening, so he assembled facts and fiction to underpin his program.
Insane Bolt ready to startChoir of Twisted Sister and Dastardly
Camshaft and Mmmm Lady Fingers were called up and thanked for the shitty trail they had set.
First to arriveWe set great trailSo happy for us!
A number of crimes and offences were then called out by the RA.
Archives Aunty Frank and Covered in GooBashers and those returning from exotic places – Mucky and Scoobie (New Oreland), F4 (Puerto Vallarta)Shakesbeer making up for no costume for HalloweenTwistySome Irish pin Irish flavoured somethingHash Test Dummy – 600 runs!Liquor Lots Skewbic Hair volunteering for next week’s RAInsane Bolt – On The Piss
The group wrapped up with Insane Bolt declaring us to be “on the piss”. We continued to enjoy the refreshments, food and company of our fellow hashers.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
Looks like something around 8-9 kms for those that chose to find all the treacherous check backs set by Camshaft. A fine tour of the Brentwood and Charleswood neighbourhoods.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
