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Run 2527 – Halloween Hash Run

October 27, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Abandoned Pussy and Princess Monkey Spanker

Location: Vern’s

622 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1G4

https://maps.app.goo.gl/uP9BpN2sXd9zCQp67

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 25

Ready to Energize!

The Beginning

Halloween is an interesting time of year for some. It brings out some creativity for those that like to dress up! With the Monday run falling a few days before the calendar Halloween, time for a downtown run from a dive bar.

AP and PMS have been magnanimous is setting trail recently, somewhat due to their commitment to the hash, and perhaps some free time afforded them by the teacher strike.

Vern’s is a special place to host a run. Not for the mainstream, they cater to a clientele on the edge of society. A great place to host a dress up hash run! The downstairs location made the vibe even more special!

The hashers assembled in the basement dive bar and a bit of costume appraisal took place prior to the run.

Others in costume were afraid to come into the bar, so we will find them in the circle! Some baseball game was on in the bar, but it was time to circle up outside!

A few additions to the group here!

Insane Bolt ran the circle as we went through the announcements and introductions.

The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks to expect for the circle!

With some explanation on the use flagging and the pack was released. Off we went to find the marks!

The Trail

A hunt for marks began. Some false trails to allow the fast runners to vent some energy, then find and follow the true trail.

Continuing our urban exploration, the start to angle toward the river trail system.

Carrying on through Princess (Monkey Spanker) Island Park, we had both dark pathways and parks.

There was a huge staircase out of the river valley. For those that missed the check, 167 stairs in total. Too exhausted to take any pictures, but the view was spectacular!

Hashers taking it all in.

Hump the Shark trying to get in shape for the remainder of the run

More sites to take in . Of course a run through the Library concourse is good form.

Dodging traffic, people, other distractions then off to the C-Train for a cross town rescue.

Finally, the regroup vehicle was spotted and there was much rejoicing.

Refreshments were enjoyed until it was time to head back to the bar.

Milling about – there was a show for the ones that were there!

Beer was ordered and paid for with cash only. Did not know that we had that sort of thing still around! Down down’s to follow.

Down Down’s

Hump the Shark was the chosen Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. He had quite a task ahead of him with the amount of material generated on trail.

The hares were celebrated for setting a fine trail. Notwithstanding the large distance we had to cover. An epic trail was set and delivered.

Other offences we cited by the RA.

With the down down’s completed, we were declared “on the piss”. Apparently the baseball game was still on for those that were interested.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

The trail ended up to be close to 10 km in length. However, a portion of this was on the C-Train. Thus, personal records were set for the speed of some of those km’s. Great views of the city and an opportunity to see parts of the city not normally experienced.

Hash Extra

Here are some photo’s of the walkers and pictures provided by others!

Run

Run 2424 – Teachers Strike Run

October 6, 2025 The Scribe

Hares: Abandoned Pussy, Princess Monkey Spanker and Hot Cheeks

Location: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub

140 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0A3

https://maps.app.goo.gl/2kNso5oFw7YLvLpf6

RA: Abandoned Pussy

Attendance: 24

#Red4EdAB

The Beginning

Well, the teachers are on strike again. As we have teachers in our group, it was decided that they should host the run on the first day of their strike.

Abandoned Pussy, Princess Monkey Spanker and Hot Cheeks agreed to set trail from Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub on 10 Ave SW, just on the south side of the train tracks. They encouraged the group to wear something red to support their cause.

A good turn out of 24 hashers arrived for the trail. The weather was good and all were eager to run the trail the teachers had set through the beltline and downtown neighbourhoods!

The group assembled outside getting ready for the circle to begin.

Some demonstration from the teacher folks

Our freshly minted Hashmaster called the circle to order. We had visitors and archives plus announcements prior to the introductions.

Camshaft took control and successfully ran the circle, a success for the new Hashmaster.

The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks that had been set for the trail.

The pack was released to find the true trail.

The Trail

Off under the tracks toward downtown seemed like a good idea, until the false trail was found and the pack returned. Eventually true trail marks were found and the pack was On On!

With the true trail discovered, the pack followed the marks and explored the neighbourhood!

Apparently there were some art lovers on trail who took some interesting pictures!

Eventually, the art walk was over and the pack ending up doing outdoor down down’s at a parking lot close to Bottlescrew Bill’s. Abandoned Pussy was the Religious Advisor (RA).

With the down down’s complete, the pack was declared to be “on the piss”. Suspect some retired back to Bottlescrew Bill’s for a debrief.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair, who was busy with wine touring elsewhere.

Trail Summary

Looks like somewhere between 6 km and 8 km through the beltline neighbourhoods.

Hash Extra

Some of us had to endure a wine tour through the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. Will not bore you with the details.

Run

Run 2379 – AP Sets Trail from Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub!

December 30, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Abandoned Pussy

Location: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub

140 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0A3

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Y1BydWn9FumJKL48

RA: Hump the Shark

Attendance: 13

Bridge all lit up!

The Beginning

The last run of 2024 and Abandoned Pussy steps up to set trail. Did we say thank you for setting trail? The Christmas and New Years season has many runs to celebrate Boxing Day and New Years day. As such, a regular Monday run in the midst of these special runs can sometimes be a challenge to get excited about.

However, AP setting from downtown will be special. As she lives in one of the most southern neighbourhoods in Calgary, setting downtown involved some travel time.

The weather was turning cold, but Monday was not as cold as Tuesday will be. A small, but interested group showed up and was prepared for a downtown running adventure.

Some of us arrived a bit late and missed the warm up inside. There, just in time to catch the circle forming outside on the patio.

A collection of 13 intrepid hashers were present and AP had some plans for us!

On In performed the Hashmaster duties as those folks are away. On In went through an abbreviated introduction and invited AP into the circle to tell us about the marks.

The Trail

The pack was released to find the marks. A dusting of snow from when the trail was set suggested that some marks would be unreadable. Not to be discouraged, marks on vertical surfaces were still good to go.

As we meandered through the downtown, we cam across the soon to be demolished Olympic Plaza. Much activity with tourists and unhoused folks to keep us on our toes!

There were not a lot of playgrounds on the trail, so we had to fully use what we found.

More sights and sounds of downtown were observed as we made it back over the river.

Having the hare close by meant we avoided making too many mistakes trying to find the regroup. At the top of a parking structure, High Park was were we had set up refreshments for the regroup.

All done with the regroup, back to the bar to get set up for the down down’s.

Down Down’s

We had tables reserved in the back of Bottlescrew Bill’s which served us well.

Hump the Shark was the Religious Advisor and selected Skewbic Hair for a one person choir. Complicated my role as photo guy, so that was outsourced to Mucky Dip!

Let me mirth and merriment begin. Thank the hare, call out a number of offences, hand out hash shit for no particular reason. Bid farewell to a couple of Harrierettes that had some kind of a concert conflict…..unthinkable.

For those who were in the right place at the right time, a round of nachos was provided by our generous hasher who had profited from his gambling hobby that evening.

Down Down’s continued until we were done and declared “on the piss”.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

Racked out a significant number of km’s on this one. In the 8-9 km range with lots to take in! Fine trail by AP, the last of 2024. You are welcome to set more trail in 2025. Great way to finish off 2024 runs.

This map suggests that we were all over the place. I suspect the GPS spy satellites had trouble tracking us with the tall buildings all around.

Run

Run 2334 – Abandoned Humper

March 25, 2024 The Scribe

Hares: Hump the Shark
Location: Pizza Bob’s Classic Pie – Thin Crust Pizza

2610 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 3S5
https://maps.app.goo.gl/6mptayfNwu4rTJD1A
RA: Abandoned Pussy
Attendance: 20

Hump the Shark relieves Abandoned Pussy

The Beginning

Last week was shorts weather. This week was cold and snowy. AP was in line for haring, but had to defer to Hump the Shark to fulfill her obligation. As such, Hump the Shark accepted the challenge, and trail was laid. As a reward, Abandoned Pussy was volunteered to be the Religious Advisor. She has these skills and all were happy.

The group assembled in the bar, keeping warm until called outside. With some international types coming back to the cold climate to appreciate the vacations they had recently completed.

Small hashers were out in abundance as well. Great expectations of playground time could be sensed. The parking lot at Pizza Bobs quickly filled up with those hashers that knew how to park well.

On-In mustered the group to outside where the circle formed at the end of the parking lot.

The Trail

The pack was released to find the marks. Orange flagging was part of the marking scheme. One flag for on. No checks or check backs in flagging. The runners headed west to the first marks.

The walkers were told to keep themselves entertained for an appropriate time for a 6 km run. The walkers headed down Parkdale Boulevard to find some suitable terrain for their walk.

Happy park time was had be the little people. The parents complained about being cold and wanted to move on.

Really enjoying standing here in the cold

Apparently the runners were entertained by a hill climb and a special parkade feature in the hospital. Evidently, what goes up must come down. No complaints were heard from the runners, suggesting that they had a fine time with some quality park time as well.

Not to be outdone, the walkers took in some of the special scenes and attractions of the Parkdale neighbourhood prior to finding the regroup.

The Regroup

As the walkers group was a bit fragmented, and no extra key fobs were delivered, some had the experience of freezing on the sidewalk beside the locked regroup vehicle. Others followed the Beer Meister to the regroup vehicle. The refreshments were not as cold as the outside temperature. Quick work was done prior the seeking the warmth of Pizza Bobs.

The Ending

Pizza Bobs was warm and inviting. The group filed in to appreciate the central heating. Good food and beer were available for the appreciative patrons.

The Down Downs

Abandoned Pussy was Religious Advisor for the evening. She had a cunning plan to make sure that everybody got a down down. Part of her plan was to call someone up for a crime, then have them pick the next victim to be rewarded with a down down.

A series of punishments and rewards were delivered in suitable fashion. We are please to see that our new boot “Just Amy” has returned for more fun. A great addition to the group!

With the down-downs complete, we are now all “on the piss”.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair

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Tag Archives: AP

Run 2527 – Halloween Hash Run

The Beginning

The Trail

Down Down’s

Trail Summary

Hash Extra

Run 2424 – Teachers Strike Run

The Beginning

The Trail

Trail Summary

Hash Extra

Run 2379 – AP Sets Trail from Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub!

The Beginning

The Trail

Down Down’s

Trail Summary

Run 2334 – Abandoned Humper

The Beginning

The Trail

The Regroup

The Ending

The Down Downs

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