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Run 2486 – Halloween Run

October 26, 2026 The Scribe

Hares: Liquor Lots, OPP and Lazy Cummer

Location: The Pointe Public House, 2515 90 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2V 0L8

Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Nqina5bPaAyx2CUc7

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 32

Slow Clap Making New Friends

The Beginning

Halloween is an interesting time of the year. For the hashing bunch, it provides an opportunity to find your best costume and dress up. For some, it is just finding what you wore for last years event and recycle it!

The run was set from The Pointe Public House in Oakridge SW. Previously known as the Point and Feather, this was a hash friendly venue in the past. Now gentrified, we were pleased to see that they had improved their patio offering, providing a hash friendly space!

Now that darkness is a feature of the start of the hash run, the group arrived in costume and assembled in front of the pub.

Much chatting and socializing prior to circling up. An eclectic mix of fashion was on display.

Insane Bolt declared tat we had to move the circle to a new spot. From there, he ran the circle going through the announcements and the introductions.

Insane Bolt declares that the circle is moving

The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks for the trail.

With the marks described, the pack was released.

The Trail

Out of the parking lot, the trail headed into the wilds of Oakridge and Palliser SW. Some of us that were walking paid attention to the quality of the Halloween decorations that could be seen in the neighbourhood.

Eventually, we found the regroup and there was much rejoicing.

Back to the pub to settle in to the fine covered heated patio.

As refreshments appeared and were enjoyed in anticipation of the down downs starting.

The Down Downs

With the beverages organized, it was time for Hump the Shark to start the down downs.

A choir was selected. Insane Bolt and Cock Tale stepped forward to sing the songs.

Hares – OPP, Lazy Cummer and Liquor Lots

Camshaft, Hot Cheeks and Scoobie – concerned about width

Add In Lazy Cummer – remarkable likeness to Ned Flanders (Simpsons)

Hump the Shark declared the group “on the piss”.

The group refocused on eating and drinking now that the down downs were done. A fine Halloween run.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

A 6 km romp through the neighbourhoods or Oakridge, Palliser, Pump Hill and Bayview. There was a secret Shot Stop at an address in Bayview well known to the scribe.

Gargoyle house, Halloween decorations, special stop and reservoir views made this trail Epic.

Hash Extra

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Run 2485 – Referendum Run

October 19, 2026 The Scribe

Hares: Mr. PeeeeeNut and Scissor Sister

Location: Winkin’ Owl Pub & Restaurant, 13750 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6T5

Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Er1WGdBWERXGtyaV6

RA: Stool Stuffer

Attendance: 22

Crowds at the Voting Station

The Beginning

The regular Monday run fell on the date of the Alberta Referendum vote. You had to vote to declare whether you were happy with Alberta being in Canada, or if you wish to begin the process to consider separation.

As we are loathed to discuss politics, a better question would be….It is Monday night, where is the Hash Run.

The answer is more straightforward, start at the Winkin’ Owl Pub & Restaurant in the nether reaches of Deer Ridge and Deer Run SE. From there, we could have a great run and then head back to the Pub for the Down Down’s and a discussion of current events.

With darkness being a thing now, we gathered in the streetlights of the parking lot close to the Pub.

The group formed something like a circle as the late comers straggled in.

Apparently, we had no one identifying as the Hash Master. Remarkably, Strap On Crampon stepped up to do the job! As such, she took control of the circle and went through the formalities with panash and distinction.

We had a visitor from Vancouver, and an archive of Calgary. We were introduced to Hardon and Double Entry.

After the introductions, the hares were called into the circle to describe the marks they had set for the trail.

Hares – Scissor Sister and Mr. PeeeeeNut

We had description of view points and the promise of four playgrounds!

The pack was released to head to the hole in the fence and find the marks for the true trail.

The Trail

On out from the parking lot, we eventually found the marks that indicated that we were on trail.

Off to the bar to settle in for the down down’s.

With beer and food selected, time to prepare for the down downs.

Down Down’s

The down down’s were set to go. All the beverages were set up and ready to enjoy. Stool Stuffer was the Religious Advisor and prepared his material.

Stool Stuffer selected a choir of Karate Klit, Lying Sack of Shit, and King Shit.

First up were the hares. Mr. PeeeeeNut and Scissor Sister set a fine trail and were rewarded for the effort.

With the down down’s over, the group was declared “on the piss”.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

A fine trail was set by Mr. PeeeeeNut and Scissor Sister through Deer Ridge and Queensland SE. Some achieved a distance 6.69 km.

Hash Extra

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Run 2484 – Thanksgiving Hash Afternoon Run

October 12, 2026 The Scribe

Hares: Hardly

Location: Hardly and Twisty Haus, Bermuda Way NW

Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zwn55GJafwrkh7Bt7

RA: Abandoned Pussy

Attendance: 22

Off to find the Turkey Trail!

The Beginning

Hardly and Twisty volunteered to host the Thanksgiving Hash, which comprises a run, refreshments and a feast, set in the afternoon on the Holiday Monday.

With much pre-planning, the Turkey runs was to set the stage for the Thanksgiving feast. As such, much effort by all to prepare something to eat for the group!

The pack showed up on a sunny, but cool, afternoon from Hardly and Twisty’s place. Once parking was found, the group assembled inside waiting for the run to start.

Shortly after 2:00 pm, the pack assembled on the front lawn in anticipation of the run.

A good turnout of intrepid hashers willing to participate in the afternoon hash event.

The hare described the marks for the trail. T was prominent as this was a Turkey run. Here are the marks that we were to follow.

Here are all the marks you need to follow

With the marks described, the pack was released to find the trail markings.

The Trail

Off we went to find the marks. Downhill was the good direction and the marks were found.

Checking the pathways, sidewalks and alleys, the marks were found and followed.

Scissor Sister looking for confirmation that this is a good direction

Thankfully, the regroup was found and the run was completed.

The group found their chairs and settled into the warmth of the sun in the back yard, enjoying snacks and refreshments in anticipation of the down downs starting.

The Down Downs

Abandoned Pussy volunteered to be the Religious Advisor (RA) for the afternoon. She was keen and prepared for this undertaking.

Ready with her program, she went through her list of crimes, offences and insurections.

Can You Hear Me Now with his gender bending hat

A collection of hashers being called out

Blue Balls – Finding time to run in his retirement

Can Crusher takes advise from Abandoned Pussy

Hat awards to Mr. PeeeeeNut and Shakesbeer

With the down downs complete, it was time to feast. A fine selection of goodies was on offer and was tasty!

A fine feast was had and there was much rejoicing and thanksgiving!

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

Something like 5 km were enjoyed on this sunny afternoon. A fine trial with multiple check backs and challenging bits.

Hash Extra

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Run 2483 – Slippy Thong Hosts The Beer Mile

October 5, 2026 The Scribe

Hares: Slippy Thong

Location: Prestwick Pond Terrace SE

Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eiSdzw4CXkkHT7VU8

RA: Tighty Whitey

Attendance: 24

No Beer Gets Left Behind

The Beginning

We were pleased when Slippy Thong volunteered to set trail in the “Beer Mile” format. Essentially, you run in circles and consume a beer at regular interval. How very Hash friendly!

Coincidently, the pond that adorns the back yard of Slippy’s palace is exactly 1.6 km (one mile to those that speak the other dialect). The game was on! Run as many laps as you chose, and receive a beer for each lap!

There are some niggling rules for the true Beer Mile cult. Some of which include:

A beer mile is a race where competitors drink four 12-ounce beers and run four 400-meter laps around a standard running track in alternating order.

The Basic Format

Structure: Drink a beer, run a lap, drink a beer, run a lap, drink a beer, run a lap, drink a beer, run a lap, and finish.
Distance: Four laps on a standard 400-meter track equal one full mile.
Equality: Both men and women must consume four beers and run four laps.

The Hash used their interpretation of these guidelines to run as many “one mile” laps as they chose.

Nevertheless, it was a fun format that Slippy Thong set up for the hash to enjoy.

The starting point was her backyard. Parking, as usual, was a challenge given the high density of the neighbourhood and the limited number of visitor spots.

The hash can be a smart bunch when challenged, so they were able to overcome the parking challenge.

A nice evening to start. This sunset shorty after 7:00 pm, the veil of twilight quickly enveloped the run with some nice sunset to offset the impending darkness.

The group assembled and prepared for the run. Slippy Thong had prepared many yummy snacks for the participants where were greatly appreciated!

There was much relaxing and chatting prior to the run as the pack enjoyed the end of the daylight.

It was time to circle up. Insane Bolt gave the instruction to form something like a circle along the pathway behind Slippy’s place.

Insane Bolt ran through the announcements and introductions.

The hares were was called into the circle to go over the rules and marks for the run.

After some discussion and confusion, the group had to decide which direction to run the circle.

The group started with a refreshment and then took off to follow the circle.

The Trail

The group found their own pace. The runners ran fast and the walkers walked. If you wanted distance, choose multiple laps! Walkers figured out that a lap or two were sufficient.

Slippy was very creative with signage. Over and above the normal inspirational marks!

A few pictures were taken in the diminishing sunlight as the twilight took over the balance of the evening.

PMS spotted way ahead of the pack….Fast running!

A view of the “never leave camp” faction

I run faster than the shutter speed of the camera

Hump the Shark and Hardly outrunning the focal length of the camera

Eventually, the run was over. Those who wanted distance ran more than the walkers. A fine trail which was well executed by Slippy Thong.

We then congregated in the back yard and prepared for the down downs.

Apparently, Strap On Crampon was concerned about being “called out” for having new shoes. As you can see from the circle picture, these shoes look factory fresh.