Labour Day signals the end of summer. No more wearing white. It is also a big football day in Canada with Edmonton and Calgary teams inconveniently playing in the afternoon.
Booty Camp and Snow Blower have a great place for afternoon runs. With a great location and a fine backyard, no better place to start and finish trail on a hot summer afternoon.
The group found street parking and gathered in the backyard.
HardlyTwistySnevilLying Sack of ShitBooty CampSnow BlowerHump the SharkLazy CummerBlue BallsCan You Hear Me NowKnight StalkerAuntie FrankHash Test DummyPMSBa Ba BeerPyroHot CheeksAbandoned PussyCan CrusherDastardlyXXX Ray
Time to run, so PMS called the circle to order and went through the program of announcements and introductions. Booty Camp and Snow Blower went through the marks. The pack was released to find true trail.
The Trail
Off into the Capitol Hill neighbourhood to find the marks. Looks like the trail ran through Confederation Park and meandered through the streets and alleys.
Playground action was enjoyed. Hashers were scaring off the small children from the vicinity.
Wait for your turnTwisty tries big circle swingHardly and LSOS checking things outKnight Stalker practicing stationary yogaHot Cheeks considering a career in pole dancingAP provides assistanceCan Crusher on the barCYHMN and Crash Test Dummy plotting somethingThere is a hash song based on this tree featureProgressing the trailA quick paceSmall library inspectionTeetering and totteringHump the SharkPMS in strideLazy CummerSnevilOut of the shadowsPMS displays two digitsInside viewPathway policeSkewbic Hair approvedLooks like a circlePrecautionary presence
Eventually, the regroup was discovered and a refreshment was enjoyed by the group.
Beverages goodA fine run
After the regroup was completed, the pack migrated back to the Booty Blower Bodega backyard (B4) for down down’s.
The Down Down’s
The pack assembled in the back yard, getting ready for the entertaining program that was about to be delivered.
Preparation for the down down’s
Abandoned Pussy was the Religious Advisor and likely a group choir.
AP and SnevilBlue BallsPMS and LSOSHot CheeksLSOSBa Ba Beer and Can CrusherKnight Stalker , PMS and Lazy CummerTopography assessmentHaresYounger hashersKnight Stalker, PMS, and Lazy CummerHot CheeksLooks like someone has the onesie of shameOooops – Hope nobody sees thisNo down down for Hump the Shark
Once the down down’s were over, there may have been some distractions in the neighbourhood with the football game shenanigans.
Noisy distraction
All done, the group was declared “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Looks like a solid 6 km’s according to this summary on Strava.
Hash Extra
Apparently, they have this football thing on Labour Day in which the enemies from Edmonton come to visit the champions from Calgary. The Game ended as it should with the home team defeating the Edmonton squad.
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!
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.
Calgary has had a bit of a cold spell for the last 10 days of so. With temperatures in the -25 C range plus windchill, it makes for a chilly outdoor experience. At least the sun was out for the afternoon run, making a considerable difference.
The lead up to the run included encouragement to dress up in layers and do not be a wimp. As such, we had 17 hashers come out and enjoy the fine trail set by PMS and Liquor Lots.
We arrived at Two Pillars Brewing to start the run. Once parked, we circled up “outside”.
Sunny but cold…DastardlyPMSInsane BoltShakesbeerStrap On Crampon and Booty CampSnow BlowerBooty Camp in disguiseRoaring NancyLazy CummerKing ShitHardly and TwistyHump the SharkKarate Klit
PMS was called into the circle to describe the marks she had chosen for the trail today.
I am the hareFlagging like thisFollow thisAs the shadow says, these are the marks! VP’s a plenty!
With the instructions complete, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
Off toward the river we ran. Not wanting to give up the high ground, the neighbourhoods revealed the marks to follow.
ColourfulClear sidewalksLocal featuresHardy plantsHardly and Roaring Nancy!
Of course there were sights to be seen and parks to play in.
Some sort of expensive urban art. Does not seem to mind the cold.
Shoe laces need workSwingersLike this!
This would be a city view. Frosty!
Down these stairsStrap On makes an entry into the community journalChances of a false trail at the bottom?Miniature Calgary tower
The lion greets us!
Park in ChinatownKC shows her kicking styleEau Claire under deconstruction
No more Eau Claire Market!
Off through Princes Island Park over to the Peace Bridge to return to the North side of the rver.
City View from Princes IslandTall person marked this “H”A parkKC learning to flyPeace BridgeRoaring NancyShakesbeerScoobieKarate Klit
The community provided some interesting ice sculptures. These were very popular with the the tactile folks in the group.
Waiting for the Chinook!
Eventually, we had to climb the massive hill to get to the top of Crescent Heights where we were greeted with a significant wind to freeze us to death.
Can not see the windCity view from Crescent Heights
Apparently there was a downhill and uphill section that some of the enthusiastic hashers took. Others preferred the flat elevation to the regroup.
Nothing like a cold refreshment on a cold day! Hot chocolate was available as well!
Off to the bar to warm up and conduct the down down’s.
Down Down’s
The Two Pillars Brewery was a bit small, but that did not stop us from finding space and running through our down down program.
Hashers socializingThe kids table
Hump the Shark was Religious Advisor (RA) for the afternoon festivities. A choir was called and the down down’s commenced!
Hump the Shark – RASnow Blower and Strap On Crampon – Choir
The hares were called up and acknowledged for the fine trail that had been set on this cold and frosty day.
We are number 1 hares!Sing us a song!
More crimes and punishment were handed out by the RA. The Hash Shit has a new owner, and many offences were acknowledged.
KK – It was this cold!Hardly Shakesbeer and the hash shitOn InBooty Camp tests her seal skin mittens
There was some group activity which warranted down down’s.
PMS, LL and LCPMSLCDastardlyTwistyHash Shit turnover
Old guys rule
PMS demonstrates her flotation devices
On the Piss
After the down down’s, the group continued with mirth and merriment, and yummy beer from Two Pillars Brewery.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
The Trail
A fine trail of 6 – 7 kms was enjoyed by the group. Pleased we had sunshine and a warm pub for afterwards.
Location: Rashy Bush and Stool Stuffers Place – Fairview SE
RA: King Shit
Attendance: 21
The Story
The annual Grey Cup football game is the pinnacle of the Canadian Football League season. We plan a special afternoon run prior to the game, the come back to eat, drink and celebrate with a game watch party. This year, however, the home team neglected to succeed in sufficient victories to participate in this years match. As such, the choice was cheering for Winnipeg, or Montreal. A tough choice for those in Alberta.
The Grey Cup
The Beginning
We were blessed with great weather for late November, with temperatures around 10 C. 21 Hashers appeared at the Stool Stuffer/Rashy Bush dream house in Fairview to participate in the trail. The group invaded their space and proceeded to chat and socialize prior to the circle.
Strap On AssessingDastardly BusyTW with his rolling firewoodFun inside – central heating!Chat timeSlippy and LSOS
The Circle
Eventually, the circle was called to order by PMS. There were a number of announcements for the group prior to going through the introductions. Here are a few photos of the circle.
PMS wondering when this will startOn In is number 1Booty Camp and Slippy ThingHump the Shark and Snow BlowerRoaring NancyKing Shit and VinnyRashy and DastardlyKnight Stalker and CYHMNMmmmm and CamshaftStrap On, Huggy Bear and Ba Ba BeerHump the Shark The Marks
The Trail
The hares were released to find the marks that Hump the Shark had set to mark the trail. Not to be confused with the plethora of “F” marks legacy of the recent Full Moon Hash, the primary marking was a “G“, symbolizing the Grey Cup theme for the run.
As the scribe was part of the walking contingent, not a lot to report on the true trail, except is was epic! This neighbourhood has a high level of inflatable Christmas ornaments. It appears the some sort of virus was ripped through the neighbourhood as many unblown Christmas characters were observed. I expect this problem to be solved before the big day.
Walkers ParadeNo Runners in siightStrip Mall ActionDeflated DreamsMore DeflationStoolies Herd
Regroup
After a challenging trail (and walk), the regroup appeared in the backyard of the host’s mansion. A suitable smokeless fire pit was filled with wet wood and other debris with hope of a warm, smokeless fire experience. Drinking and chatting were in order prior the the down downs commencing.
Smoke ProductionRegroup CircleSmokeless OperationSnow Blower displaying some of his ballet movesPMS thinking of MeteorStoolie and Hardly solving most of the world’s problems
The Down-Downs
King Shit was the RA for the down-downs. An great display of wit and humour.
KS did a fine job of appointing On-In to appoint a choir, who were Slippy Thong, Snow Blower and Skewbic Hair. Such talent was graciously appreciated by the group.
A fine set of closing ceremony accusation were dreamed up and some fine singing was delivered. KS even had a cheat sheet to make sure he stayed on track! Apparently PMS has some secret French beer, Meteor branded. She seemed to enjoy it! A taste of home!
A little thin on evidence of the down-down’s as the photographer was tied up with choiring.
Game Watch Party
We snacked and drank and chatted until the Grey Cup football game started. Very impressive number of commercials that had to be watched, interspersed with some football action. The Western guys were winning at half time. The Green Day half time show reminded us how old we are all getting. Stoolie and Rashy put on some yummy food. Epic success! Apparently, the Montreal team produced a victory!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
On On.
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