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.
Gathering pre run
A good turnout of intrepid hashers willing to participate in the afternoon hash event.
Can Crusher and Abandoned Pussy
Hash Test DummyOn InHardlyAuntie FrankCocktail
XXX Ray and Kin Shit
Karate Klit and Friend Can You Hear Me NowLying Sack of ShitShakesbeerStool StufferPrincess Monkey Spanker and Scissor SisterMucky Dip and Twisty
Not Too Deep
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.
LSOS ponders directionsSS and PMS return from a check backHardly observes the pack plodding alongDispersing from the start
Checking the pathways, sidewalks and alleys, the marks were found and followed.
A fine alley with marks!Always good when the hare is aroundScissor Sister looking for confirmation that this is a good directionLSOS and PMS returning from another check backFollowing trailAnother long alleySnow person spotted
Bicycle like artwork
Playground spottedScissor Sister digs thisLSOS is a swingerPMS with her happy lookWell playedScenic view toward the airportOn TrailNeighbourhood featureAnother oneStairway heading upAnother one!Shakesbeer has a rest
Thankfully, the regroup was found and the run was completed.
Gateway to the regroupSunny backyardGreatest Thanksgiving run ever!
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.
AP enjoying a Pickle Beer
Ready with her program, she went through her list of crimes, offences and insurections.
Can You Hear Me Now with his gender bending hatA collection of hashers being called outLSOS – not sure what he did?Blue Balls – Finding time to run in his retirementNot Too Deep and CocktailVisitor and Karate KlitMucky and Skewbic Hair – perhaps we were a bit late to the runCan Crusher takes advise from Abandoned PussyScissor Sister for an epic performanceXXX Ray and On InHat awards to Mr. PeeeeeNut and ShakesbeerThe ever pensive Princess Monkey Spanker. I believe there was some sort of a birthday of consequenceHardly and Twisty – Hare and Host!RA designate for next week – Stool Stuffer
With the down downs complete, it was time to feast. A fine selection of goodies was on offer and was tasty!
Kids tableAdults section
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.
We were pleased that Shakesbeer volunteered to set trail on short notice. He selected Sandy Beach SW as a starting point. A surprising amount of wilderness and difficult trails are near by, plus the Elbow River!
The group assembled in the recently renovated parking lot and prepared for the circle to be called. Apparently there were some pre run novelties in the form of Jello and something in a small cup.
GatheringChattingYummy treatsThese are really good!
There was a small selection of hashers that were late to the circle. Apparently an unexpected power failure meant access denied to her car. A rescue mission was initiated. As such, early picture taking of the circle was handled by Dastardly.
With the circle called, the group assembled in something that looked like a circle.
A bit of a tilt, but Camshaft held his ground
Mr. PeeeeeNutHot CheeksScissor SisterSnevilPrincess Monkey SpankerSwollen MemberHump the SharkCamshaftMmmmmm Lady FingersSlow Clap and Beer in the RearKarate KlitInsane BoltSnow BlowerRashy Bush and All Hands on DickVa JJSir Pukes-AlotStool StufferHardlyKing ShitBooty CampTwistyBoob Check and Lying Sack of ShitPyroStrap On CramponShakesbeerDastardlyLazy Cummer with assistance from KK
A flurry of activity as the late group arrived to join the circle after rescuing a stranded hasher.
Scoobie arriving late from a rescue mission
Rescued Hasher – Liquor LotsMucky DipScoobie saves the dayReserved parking!
After the interruption subsided, the hare was called into the circle to describe the marks for the trail.
Some like thisSome like thatMany marksThese marks appear to be upside down
With the marks describe, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
From the parking lot, the pack started looking for marks. There was some confusion as the which way was out, as perhaps the end of trail marks were found first.
All was sorted out eventually as the pack disappeared into the dense brush by the Elbow River.
Let us find trailWe were not confident with this choiceSome think it is this wayFollow the packNot sure about thisFinally, we find trail
The trail continued through dense brush with many trees across the pathway that required some climbing to get over.
Beach runBack hereThis looks good!Open pathway
Wide open spaces
Looks like the sun is setting
Cross county
No pickle ballLooks uphill!Stoolie trying to catch ScoobieTime to run!Abby Road crossingLL finds Insane BoltWhat to doNot a good choiceGreat check backThis way looks goodWhere are we going!More bush wackingFound this lovely structureStrap On with confidenceScoobie sneaks a shot of Beer in the RearDam, a dam is approaching!A paradeLove these stairsSome sort of viewFollow the packStrap On takes it all in!Looks like a river from hereA collection of running hashersA walkers convoyHot Cheeks test fitting the hat shit on Booty CampMr. PeeeeeNut tries out a new look
Spotted on the red track
Tennis is noisyFound the blue trackWhere is that red trackWish they could do a better job of spacing these stairsPlayground spottedWe are done having fun
This is a good sign
Then the regroup was found and everyone was pleased.
Moving in to the parking lot
The lawn chairs came out and the group took over a portion of the parking lot.
Close to the regroup vehicleNice lineSir Pukes-Alot having a ballStoolie, before the beer spilledBooty Camp and Scissor Sister have different chairsPMS and Hot Cheeks posingSnevil and Swollen memberHardly and TwistyWho is that next to Mr. PeeeeeNut?Mucky Dip returns
Such a happy group patiently waiting for the down down’s to begin.
The Down Down’s
The beverages were prepared and the Religious Advisor, Strap On Crampon, prepared here program in here very small notebook.
Preparing material for the down down’s
With all the preliminaries done, it was show time. Strap On donned a ceremonial sarong and led the down down’s from the middle of the circle.
I am ready! Are you?
Strap On selected a choir of Dastardly, Lazy Cummer and Rashy Bush. A mostly sitting choir was revved up to sing themselves a song.
Best mostly sitting choir in a while
First off was the hare, who received a down down for setting a great trail.
Shakesbeer – pose 1Shakesbeer – pose 2Sing me a song!
The family that hashes together gets a down down together. Apparently Scissor Sister was associated with this group through salad discussions.
Hashing Family supported by Scissor Sister
Lying Sack of Shit and Snow BlowerKing ShitNew Hat Shit for King Shit from Hot CheeksLazy Cummer and PMS – some horrendous crimeInsane BoltMmmmm Lady FingersSnevilLSOS and Stool StufferBooty CampI suspect these down down’s are for rescuing Liquor LotsIs it getting dark?Scissor SisterInsane Bolt and Strap On Crampon – RA down down
With the down down’s complete, we were declared to be “on the piss”
Immediately after Insane Bolt accepted a beer for the next RA, he remembered his schedule and had to immediately capitulate. Scoobie will pick it up for the next run.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The epic trail ended up to be 7 km through the deepest recesses of Sandy Beach Park. Great views with interesting terrain. A fine effort by Shakesbeer!
We were pleased when Mr. PeeeeeNut volunteered to set trail. He chose an obscure starting point referred to as the Silver Springs Boardwalk. With exacting precision, google maps pointed to a parking lot with limited spaces.
The pack arrived and Dastardly was prepared with Jello shots. The weather was good and a good number of hashers showed up.
Preparation for the run!
The group started to form something like an elongated oval that could pass for a stretchy circle.
King ShitScissor SisterOn In and PyroDastardly and Hot PantsHardlyJust Bobby JoTommy Two FingersCamshaftMmmmm Lady FingersSnow BlowerLying Sack of Shit and Boob CheckMr. PeeeeeNutHump the SharkShakesbeerBooty CampKarate Klit
Camshaft called the circle to order and went through the announcements and introductions.
Circle UpListen to Camshaft
The hare was called into the circle to describe the marks.
I have set marksYou have seen these beforeQuite a collection of marksMake sure to check out the photo op’s
With the marks described, the pack was released to find the marks for the true trail.
The Trail
Off to the north along the sidewalks, until we found the key marks that directed us into the dirt trails in the ravine.
Off you go!This way to startFind the marksView of the ravineSkinny trailScissor Sister leads the wayHump the Shark returns from a false trailNot that way!Down the stairsBoardwalk found
Shakesbeer goes down.
Bow River … looking West!
Shakesbeer reading a sign
View of the Bow River
Canada Olympic Park in the distance
View to the east
Trail found – uphill
Counting crows
Hashers checking out the dog friendly areaScoobie and Shakes beer taking in the viewpointScoobie spotted on the pathway
Through the pathways and parks, eventually the trail arrived at the regroup vehicle.
Regroup foundA cluster of hashers at the regroup
The hashers enjoyed the refreshments available from the regroup vehicle.
Team grey spotted at the regroup
Kai is checking out KK’s features
A short walk back to the start and the group prepared for outdoor down down’s.
Taking over this corner of the parking lot400 th Run trophy makes an appearanceEnjoying the sunsetSunsetPreparing for the down down’sAre we ready yet?
Very important task – filling up the half yard!
Down Down’s
With the beverages prepared, it was time for Twisty to do the Religious Advisor duties.
Beverages readyTwisty ready
Twisty started by choosing the choir. King Shit and Shakesbeer were selected and sang themselves a song.
Choir ready to go!
Mr. PeeeeeNut – HareBoob Check – Confusing on on callsDastardly – slipping and slidingBlue Balls – avoiding mudLSOS – small hornKK – Too much walkingI like to walk for a cause!King ShitHot PantsScissor SisterMmmmm Lady FingersHump the SharkTommy Two FingersOn In and PyroJust Bobby Jo
And then it was time for the milestone award. Camshaft has completed 400 run and gets to hold on to a lovely large trophy until the next hasher makes the mark. A half yard of beer is a suitable recognition.
So many runsI will drink thisHow hard can it be?Start SlowWatch out for the wave!Nearly thereDone!Where will I put this award?Apparently Hardly and Scoobie did something….Down Down for them
To finish off, it was time to convince someone to be the RA for next week. With his half yard done, Camshaft was receptive and said he would do it.
Down down for the RA’s. this week and next week!
RA’s sorted – down down and on the piss!
With the down down’s complete, the group packed up and headed over to a nearby establishment for further debriefing.
What a happy bunch!
All’s well that ends well.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
A fine romp of close to 5 km’s in the wilds of Silver Springs NW. Great trail set by Mr. PeeeeeNut.
We were pleased that Pyro stepped up the hare another trail in August. Starting from the parking lot of the 12 Mile Coolee Natural Area, providing great access to the hills and pathways close by.
The evening of the run was cool and smokey. A group of intrepid hashers showed up for the entertainment that Pyro had prepared.
Extensive pathway networkSmokey sun
The pack found a place to park and mingled before the circle was called.
A cluster of hashers – aggregated by AI
Pyro thinking about all the fun the hasher were about to haveNot the warmest evening in August
Looks like Hardly ran the circle and went through the announcements and introductions. Mr. PeeeeeNut tried to be in all the hasher photo’s, using his best photobombing tactics. AI fixed that problem…..
Hardly invited the hare into the circle to describe the marks for the trail.
Hare to the circle pleaseYou know the drill. The marks are what you expect.
With the marks described, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
The trail started off to the east, across Stoney Trail in the the Scenic Acres neighbourhood. Following trail, sidewalks and streets the trail unfolded.
Across the streetThis way or that way?
Lazy Cummer finds a big bridge, and that orange thing in the sky is the sun
Pyro kept an eye on progress to ensure that no one got left behind,
Pyro on top of things
Into the natural area, the trail headed off into the wilderness. Downhill to start then uphill to return.
Hashers spotted…. a collection of walkersLazy CummerUphill stretchShakesbeerStool StufferOPP
Scissor Sister being chased by Rashy Bush
How we like uphill!
Hardly has thisNo one lost that I know of!
Hump the Shark solving the world’s problems
Finishing off, I can hear the refreshments calling!
The regroup vehicle was found and there was much rejoicing.
Regroup found!
The group got set up for outdoor down down’s. Settling in waiting for things to happen!
Why are we waiting!Happy dogs!Can Crusher before
Can Crusher – disappeared
Eventually, things were organized enough to have the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
According to last weeks notes, Lazy Cummer was intended to be the Religious Advisor. However, it appears that Hump the Shark ran the program. I am sure that Lazy Cummer will have his chance in the future.
Hump the Shark imagined the crimes, stories and offences that deserved a down down. Starting with the hare, who , once again, set a fine trail for the hash to follow!
Pyro – hareDown Down!
A series of infractions and observations were duly rewarded with down down’s.
KK – DFLScissor Sister – likes sharing her cornLiquor Lots – Many thistles to enjoyTwisty – Zoo experienceAP – positive parentingHardly and Tighty Whitey – tattling on the RA to the RAOPP – even though the run was close to home, she was lateStoolie and Rashy – recovering from music festivalsKing Shit Blue Balls – for no particular reasonShakesbeer – new eyes find the trailDastardly – brought beers and shooters…. and took the pictures
Down down the RA’s – Hump the Shark and next week Twisty
With the down down’s completed, the pack continued to socialize and perhaps head to the Last Straw Ale House for a debrief.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Close to 5 km’s of great trail set by Pyro was enjoyed by the pack.
Hash Extra
Unfortunately, the scribe was not physically present at the run. Thank you Elon for Starlink that allowed me to create this write up remotely
You know you will have an entertaining trail with Abandoned Pussy as the Hare. She knows the intricacies of the pathway network in Fish Creek and knows what hashers like.
Voltier’s Flats at the foot of Elbow Drive was the starting location. In addition they have picnic areas suitable for the down down cerimonies.
The group arrived to find parking and prepare for the run. The weather was good and we had some out of town visitors.
Apparently the scribe and Religious Advisor were late to the circle, so he had to rely on the kindness of others for the photos of the opening circle.
Picture this full of hashers – the down down location dream
On InHardlyLiquor LotsVisitors – Ure in Trouble and Mother FlockerTwistyScissor SisterAll Hands on DickLying Sack of Shit and Boob CheckVa JJ with offspringLazy CummerShakesbeerSir Pukes-AlotRashy BushStool StufferSticky LipsSacha?Visitor – PillsburyPull My WoodyKrustyBlue BallsKing Shit and Kai
Someone went through the introductions and announcements prior to calling the hare into the circle.
AP and Shakesbeer – AP is the hare
These are the marks
AP was called into the circle and explained the marks to the pack. With all explained, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
The pack followed marks up hill to the neighbourhood of Canyon Meadows. Obviously, some uphill elevation gain to enjoy the pathways that await at the top of the hill.
Top of this hillStreets, sidewalks and pathwaysBridge over a small shoe washLet’s stand around and wait for someone else to find trailEither way?Boob Check following the packWe love playgrounds
How much fun is this?
LL assisted by Lazy CummerShakesbeer finds a place to playAll Hands knows we are heading for wetnessFollow the pack. I can hear the water from here!LL takes the plunge
See…. there were marks
AHOD enjoying the cool running streamA bit slippery when wetTentative crossingOn pathwayLiquor LotsHardly and Lazy CummerAll Hand on Dick (AHOD)ShakesbeerSkewbic HairStool StufferPillsbury cools offPathwayCheckScissor Sister and Shakesbeer
LL and Lazy Cummer
A good sign
The pack found the regroup vehicle and decided, much to chagrin of the hare, that down down’s would not be at the picnic tables, but rather in the parking lot. Apparently the exertion of moving the cooler was overwhelming for some.
Parking lot down down’s
The group sorted out their chairs and beverages, and relaxed in anticipation of the start of the down down’s.
Stoolie and LLSir Pukes-AlotKS and ShakesbeerSticky LipsKrustyOn In – Hash Cash
Best trail ever says AP
Why are we waiting? Apparently a couple of Harriettes were missing. Choosing to avoid the creek crossing, a long and convoluted route back to the start was required. So both Boob Check and Ure-in-Trouble were DFL, causing a delay in the starting of the down down’s.
Found HarriettesLook how dry our shoes are!
With the group assembled, it was time for the down down’s to commence.
Down Down’s
Skewbic Hair was the Religious Advisor for the evening. Arriving late to the circle, he ad to catch up to the pack and rely on other for some tales.
With the beverages prepared by the beer meister, time to get this show on the road.
Skewbic Hair ready to go!
Firstly, a choir was selected. Sticky Lips and Shakesbeer were delighted to be selected and sang themselves a song.
Choir – Sticky Lips and Shakesbeer
Hare – Abandoned PussyEdmonton visitors – Ure-in-TroubleSticky Lips and Pull by Woody – BC refugeesScissor Sister – new to the hashAlso…. photographer as Scoobie is busy being RALL – first in the creekHardly – shoe wash testerLSOS protecting Sir Pukes-Alot from the Fish Creek dragonDragon sortedVisitor Pillsbury – Calgary hashing history currently in Kuala LumpurBoob Check exploring her dragon personalityLost Harriettes
Our antics attracted the interest of some unsuspecting mountain biking people. Have a beer and consider joining the group!
Unsuspecting mountain bikers – down down!
Then we had to controversial shunning of the down down location that the hare was expecting. A Hat Shit transfer opportunity from King Shit to On In.
King Shit and On In On In likes is new Hat Shit
Now, time to find an RA for next week. With some level of cajoling, Lazy Cummer is up to the task. As such, it was time to down down the RA and next weeks RA.
Down Down for the RASelfie
Down down for the RA, this week and next!
With all done, the pack was declared “on the piss”. A nice evening to hand around and continue to enjoy the parkin lot ambiance.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of some 6 km combining both neighbourhoods and Fish Creek. The creek was quite delightful!
Blue Balls volunteered to set trail on a warm summer evening. He has a number of routes in the Signal Hill area that test our ability to find trail and experience both uphill and downhill.
Starting from Buffalo Bob’s Pub, a familiar place for the hash, we gathered in the parking lot to prepare for the trail.
The group started to form something that looked like a circle as they chatted and discussed recent events.
Booty Camp ran the circle as both Insane Bolt and Camshaft were out of town.
Party PumperHardlySnow Blower (with Booty Camp hiding somewhere)Lazy CummerBlue BallsMenage-a TroisNew boot Patti JoScissor SisterAbandoned PussyCan Crusher and Huggy BearKrustyPyroKing ShitTwistyStool StufferHot PantsOn InSwollen MemberStrap On CramponAll Hands on Dick and Sir Pukes-AlotRashy BushHump the SharkMucky DipVa J JSlow ClapShakesbeerArchive – Ice Bag
OPP displays her off spring in training
With the circle formed, we had a special announcement to acknowledge the recent passing of Whale Wanker, (Tom Wheeler) a veteran Calgary Hash House Harrier. He will be missed by the group.
Booty Camp went through the circle formalities and called the hare into the circle to describe the marks.
Blue Balls making marksStandard Marks
With the marks described, the pack was released to find true trail.
The Trail
Out of the parking lot, the pack headed North to find a check indicating a change of direction. Madly off in all directions, eventually the trail was found.
Hardly following the leaderRashy Bush and Scissor SisterBlue Balls keeping things under controlPedestrian bridge across Sarcee
Over Sarcee Trail to catch a view of the traffic as we head over toward Signal Hill.
View NorthView SouthOff the bridgePathway with a sunny dispositionHardly up hill
Photo opportunity
View from Signal Hill
Through the neighbourhoodsNeat and tidy neighbourhoods
A view from the hill
Close to the endBus shelter vandalism is apparently a thingKSKai has a new friendKS and puppy supervising
Following our uphill and downhill experience, the end of the trail was in sight. The view of the regroup vehicle was a welcome sight.
The regroup vehicle found
With a private room in the back, we headed over to Buffalo Bob’s to do the down down’s inside.
Down Downs
On In was the Religious Advisor for the evening. He prepared his program and the beverages for the cerimony.
On In started the program by appointing a choir of Hardly, Snow Blower and Daisy Duke.
On InChoir version 1Choir version 2
The first down down was for the hare, Blue Balls for setting a great trail. Well marked with great views. A little light on playgrounds, but the uphill and downhill made up for this.
Great TrailBlue Balls
A down down for the new boot, Penny Joe.
New Boot – Patti JoArchive – Ice BegSwollen MemberBooty CampMenage-a- TroisParty Pumper and Booty CampJust Patti Jo back againSwollen Member and TwistyKing ShitOn InA tribute to Whale Wanker, with authentic WW shortsNot sure what he is pointing at?
Down Down for the RA, and a volunteer for next week!
With the down down’s complete, it was time to enjoy the company and refreshments.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
Blue Balls set a circular trail of over 6 km’s with a variety of terrain and great views. With great weather and hot temperatures it was a fun evening.
Hash Extra
AP enjoying a special moment. I wonder if she knows that Shakesbeer is not there!
We were pleased that Pyro volunteered to set trail for the group. He is know for setting great trails in challenging terrain. The hills of Tuscany and Scenic Acres provide some great views along with elevation changes.
The run started near the intersection of Tuscany Boulevard and Nose Hill Drive NW, in the Home Depot/Tim Horton’s parking lot.
The start location was busy with shoppers and patrons of the recycling bins that were conveniently located nearby. The group filtered in and found a suitable location to have the circle.
Something like a circle
A good turn out of over 30 hashers, including some returnees from last weeks run with Bacchanal doing a great job of recruiting new hashers to the group.
Swollen MemberXXX RayInsane BoltShaakesbeerJust LeanneBooty CampPyroPrincess Monkey SpankerMmmmm Lady FingersLiquor LotsJust SaharKarate KlitJust SarahSlow ClapTwistyBacchanal and Just NatalieLazy CummerJust RoryKrustyJust Ester and Lying Sack of Shit
Camshaft
King Shit with KaiStool StufferHump the SharkOPPSlippy Thong
Dastardly and Hardly
Camshaft went through the announcements and introductions, then the hare was called into the circle to describe the marks.
Camshaft runs the circle
Marks in ChalkMarks in flour
This is an “on” mark, flagging also used!
Pyro pointed a direction and the pack was released.
The Trail
Leaving the parking lot, the pack fanned out to find the marks for true trail. There were some busy street crossing that needed to be navigated prior to finding the wide open spaces.
Runners are offKrusty off with the hash shitStoolie following the marksFollowing the H marks
Canada Olympic Park off in the distance
Indoor Soccer
Early stagesConference with pointingWe have been here beforeFront runners post check backFlour marks this trailTrain inspectionJust Rory figuring it outThrough the fieldJust Leanne leading this bunchJust Sahar enjoying the trailFollowing OPPBunched up on trailUphill trudgeBackyard inspectionA pathway with a view
Just Leanne and OPP
Into the neighbourhoodsPaved trailDown to Tuscany BlvdLL and Just SaharSlow ClapSlippy Thong found us
Posing for a group shot
Regroup vehicle spotted – waiting patiently
With the trail done, the runners waited patiently as the walkers were out for a long walk. Eventually, all was made right as the regroup beverages were available.
With outdoor down down’s, the group created an encampment to rival some of the best unhoused persons installation.
A circle of chairs
The group got set up and waited patiently for the down down’s to begin.
The Down Down’s
Bacchanal volunteered to be the Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. She assembled her program as the beer Meister’s prepared the beverages for down down consumption.
Beg JobThe best of beveragesWe are ready!
Bacchanal called to pack to order, and selected a choir to help with the singing portion of the ceremony.
Your RA – Bacchanal
Bacchanal selected a choir based on matching shirt types. A group of orange started singing themselves a song.
The orange choir
First off, the hare was acknowledged. Pyro set a fine trail for all to enjoy.
Pyro – the hare
King Shit and KaiNew Boots – Just Natalie and Just EsterLazy Cummer and OPPJust LeanneLiquor Lots and PoppiLast to return – Mmmmm Lady FingersDual birthday girls – Just Sarah and Littlest Hoe (and Mookie)Slippy Thong – Found on trailNaming: Just Rory is now Resident AssholeHash shit – new ownerHow does this look?Bacchanal finishing up, RA for next week!RA for next week is Scoobie!
The group were declared “on the piss” and retired to Nottingham’s Pub for debriefing.
Nottingham’s Debrief
Need more free popcorn
Scribed by Skewbic Hair!
Trail Summary
A fine trail close to 5 km’s for the runners, with great views and elevation changes.
Hash Extra
Ball Strangler Chair, guarded by Resident AssholeNice evening for a run!
Bacchanal has been absent from the hash for an extended period. As fait would have it, she is now “back” and eager to set a trail. Teamed up with Lazy Cummer, this dynamic duo were enthusiastic to set trail in the Bridgeland/Renfrew communities in the NE.
The Courtyard Pub was selected as the nominal starting location. Hash friendly and able to host us.
The Courtyard Pub on Edmonton Trail NE
In addition, Bacchanal has been recruiting and we were swarmed with new runners that she coerced to join us. Quite an accomplishment as we had almost 40 people present at the run start.
The actual starting point was a couple of blocks away from the pub. The hares provided explicit details for those that could follow instructions.
The group assembled at a location with a great view of the city, and prepared for the running experience.
Run Start Location
Camshaft made an effort to get the group to form something that looked like a circle.
Swollen MemberPyroHump the SharkMr. PeeeeeNutShakesbeerStool StufferNot CheeksRashy BushMmmmmm Lady Fingers and Littlest HoeSlow ClapJust HelenJust ScottJust RyanJust AlecJust SaharJust VerdeepJust 4Sarah and Just DavidJust RoryJust CamJust Colum and PiliLiquor LotsJust Leanne and PMSSkewbic HairLying Sack of ShitKarate KlitOPP and Just JoshLazy CummerSnevil
Bacchanal
Camshaft ran the circle and went through the announcement and introductions. With some 14 new boots, a lot of new names were revealed! Hope to link the names with the circle photo’s.
Camshaft runs the circle
The hares were called in to describe the marks they had set for the pack to follow.
Big group!We have marks!
Big chalk marks!
The hares described the marks and the use of flagging to mark the trail. The pack was released to find the true trail!
The Trail
Off the pack went, initially finding the check backs that had been set. Eventually, true trail was found and all was good!
Looking for marksOver here?Good view
Off to find the marks and the playgrounds. Confusing start but great views were part of the run experience.
Stoolie on to sometingBacchanal finds an alleyDisturbing the lawn bowling crowdFinally a park!Playing done – find marksLSOS explores this trailWhere to from here?I like this viewLions guarding the citySelfie timeAlong the pathwayCareful crossing the busy streetOver the bridgeAggressive pushingCommunity touchesBacchanal trying to flyStoolie looking for a signA park is close byLike the roller slideA quiet momentFun but….Makes my teeth chatterMore alleys to exploreLooks like a way up!Steps are a thing in this neighbourhoodDog assisted hill climbingI need a restAre we having fun yet?Yes we are
Great spot for a picture
Down the stairsHardly following the pack
Bacchanal and the new boot display appropriate park behavior
This looks like funCheck out the bottom of my shoeHow fast does this spin?Taking over the parkBacchanal finds a cell phone alternativeCalling Uber EatsBe here soon!Monkeying aroundSkewbic testing this outSwinging coupleIn unison!Snevil hereThen here!Tree lined streetsSuspect some uphill is comingStairs or pathway?Traffic circle with Bacchanal finishing a lapNice rubber groundAll goodLife is in balanceWhere to next?This slide is bigger than it looksShort ride slideRashy Bush demonstrating how to use this Littlest Hoe done with this playgroundA good stignA better sign!
Some good marks to show us that we were at the end of the trail. Outdoor down down’s in the park for a big group. This took some work to set up and run!
We have the benh!Diligent preparation
Taking over the park
Jelly doughnut dayPuppies enjoying the trailWhat are these down down’s we are waiting for?
The Down Down’s
With Hump the Shark as the Religious Advisor (RA), he gathered the stories that he would base his end of run performance. Dastardly and Lazy Cummer prepared the beverages and the stage was set.
RA – Hump the Shark
Choir – Mr. PeeeeeNut and Skewbic Hair
Call in the hares and give them a down down for an epic trail!
We set a fine trailYou are welcome!
Pinky in the appropriate location
Many other offences were observed on trail. Hump the Shark had quite a list!
Our collection of New Boots! Hope to see them back.LSOS call out for fashion offence. Impersonating the RA
LSOS done
Karate KlitKK doneJust LeanneSlow ClapNewNewPreviously hashed wit usNew Boot down downMmmmm Lady FingersKing ShitPrincess Monkey SpankerPyroSwollen MemberSnevil
Down down’s for this group!
Another extended group down down!
Snevil agreed to be the RA for next week, and we were then declared “on the piss”.
After the run, the group retired to the Courtyard Pub for food and refreshments, as well as to be part of the great Hash Kilt raffle, organized by Hot Cheeks.
Trail Summary
This trail was great with lots of variety, views, stairs, up and down, and abundant playgrounds.
Hash Extra
The poster created for this run, plus some additional pictures
With the first long weekend in May, finding a hare to host the run can be challenging. Many conflicting objectives, including camping, cycling, Stampeders football and travel can lead to a small number of runners. With a holiday Monday, afternoon vs evening time slot is another question.
Thankfully, Booty Camp and Snow Blower stepped up to the challenge and declared they would host an afternoon run with feeding afterwards! We can not thank them enough!
With variable weather, the threat of rain made were an added feature. Nevertheless, hashers appeared and prepared for the run that had been thoughtfully prepared for the group.
Run start location, with BBQ in the back!
In the absence of our normal Hashmasters, a stand in was acclaimed to run the circle and be the religious advisor for the closing ceremonies.
Skewbic Hair ran the circle going through the announcements and introductions.
Skewbic Hair runs the circleQuite a poser!
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks they had set to mark the trail.
Many marks in many coloursGood luck trying to find the pink ones
All you need to know is here, including a pink flamingo
The pack was released and to group wandered off to find the marks.
The Trail
The pathways proved fruitful for finding marks. Off we went knowing that the pedestrian bridges over the Trans Canada Highway were likely important.
Maple finding his strideThis waySnow blower inspecting Slippy ThongPathway in the sunPromising directionCan not find the marks!Found marks now!A fine vantage pointDownhillAlleys at speedHospital viewPosh neighbourhoodsEverything is turning greenDownstairsNice false trail
A few clouds
Quite the uphillMore uphill than downhillCity viewNice playground feetTop of the slideBottom of the slideLSOS running across the fieldShakesbeer in the treesMulti colour marks herePMS holding her hash skit high!PMS spots some reading treasuresNever too many books!Play time!Post swing exhaustionFinally, a regroup is found!
Some hashers did not appreciate that the regroup was located close to the end of the run. Some were distracted by other beverages at another location near by. All was good and we did not get rained on!
The Down Down’s
Back to the start location, the back yard became a fine place to place your chair and enjoy a suitable beverage in anticipation of the down down’s starting.
Backyard wondermentShakesbeer standing
Skewbic Hair was volunteered to be the Religious Advisor (RA), and enlisted the support of Karate Klit.
Skewbic Hair with KK assist
A choir of the bashers was selected, including Pull My Woody, Sticky Lips and XXX Ray. These folks were unable to join us for the circle.
A choir happy to help out with the songs!
First off was a tribute to the hares for setting a fine trail and for hosting the group on this wonderful afternoon.
Hares – Booty Camp and Snow BlowerBooty has some new moves she wants to shareThis is my light bulb changing poseYummy refreshmentsDastardly for a fine regroup for those that found itScoobie telling a storyBashers from the football game. We heard them cheering on trail and helping the red team beat the green teamA collection of short cutters – LSOS, PMS and Slippy Thong
It was noted that one of our hashers had shoes that were suspiciously new looking. Upon further enquiry, these were indeed new shoes debuting on the May the Fourth run. The RA of that evening, Tighty Whitey, was so wrapped up in his star wars world, they were overlooked. Time to correct that transgression.
Nice looking shoesLots of neon coloursClaim of number of time wornSmell like new!A crime has been committedGuilty
Adds a bit of new flavour to the beverage!
Trail treasureI wonder where I can put this!Thanks for cleaning up the neighbourhoodBooty Camp does her hosting dance!Shakesbeer with his pink flamingoNow has a matching Hat Shit!King Shit – Milestone run 1750PMS with a hash shitVery happy – did she pass it on!Looks like it! Littlest Hoe CelebrationLH not so happy…
After exhausting the material they had to work with, it was time to down the RA and see if we can get a volunteer for next week!
RA’s job doneBooty Camp for next week!Thanks for coming to our hosted afternoon run!Down Down – On the Piss!
A fine afternoon of mirth and merriment. We sincerely thank Booty Camp and Snow Blower for hosting the afternoon May Long Weekend Run.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A great trail through some hilly neighbourhoods within earshot of McMahon Stadium where a noisy football game was being played. Somewhere in the 7 – 8 km range, depending on you ability to short cut or find the false trails.
Some original AI inspired artwork announcing the run.
Daisy Duke volunteered to set trail for a great run. His knowledge of the Haysboro/Southwood neighbourhoods would come in handy in devising a challenging yet entertaining trail. The weather was good in early April with snow and warm temperatures at the same time!
Daisy Duke has influence with the Stoneyslope Brewing Company. As such, he was able to get them to open up on a day that they are usually closed. A private venue for the group is a good thing!
Not quite patio weather
The group arrived and settled down prior to the run. Apparently, there was a power failure in this neighbourhood. The good news is that they could still sell us beer and take credit cards using a cell phone as a hot spot! Happy days for all!
People kept arriving and the small space continued to fill up with hashers.
Early arriversMr. PeeeeeNut assessing Returning vacationersWaiting patiently in the dark
Camshaft and Insane Bolt declared it was time to head outside and circle up in the parking lot.
Camshaft works on getting the circle sorted out
Stool StufferSlippy ThongPyroHardlyBooty CampLiquor LotsDastardlyHot PantsKarate KlitPrincess Monkey SpankerKing ShitBlue BallsJust StephenMr. PeeeeeNutLying Sack of ShitStrap On CramponXXX RaySnow BlowerHump the SharkKrustyMmmmmm Lady FingersTwiatyCamshaftRashy BushInsane BoltDaisy DukeOPP
Insane Bolt went through the announcements and introduction. We had a couple of returning archives joining us, Lying Sack of Shit and Krusty.
Insane Bolt running the circle
Finally, the hare was called into the circle to describe the marks he had set for the trail.
I have set a trailI have made some marksI think that I have them all!All the marks you need!
With the marks described, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
From the parking lot, we found marks that sent us across Elbow Drive SW to the community of Haysboro. Along the streets and through the alleys enjoying the sloppy wet sunny conditions.
CrosswalkPMS being chased by Slippy ThongNice form!OPP and LL running and chatting
Playground time early in the run
Sliding opportunityCompetitive slidingInsane practicing his climbing skillsOPP balancingSlippy ThongJust Stephen in shoesXXX Ray looking for trailOPP and King Shit on trackSomewhere around here is the trail!Sunset alleyTrail treasuresA collection of walkers spottedStrapon trailing Insane BoltSidewalk timeMore walkers spottedEvidence of the marksDog Park trudge
King Shit making new dog friends
Patiently waiting for a signalThe pack is movingAnother playgroundStoolie is a swingerFormer snowmanBack Alley Tour
Some historic sights were park of the trail. An old ranch house and a very rare tree were included for our historical appreciation.
Ranch HouseRare TreeBusy streetCrosswalk crossingSafety is importantClosing in on the end
Some other features of the trail were the ski truck. Quite a find in this neighbourhood!
Slick alleysNo slipping please
The long wet alley lead to the regroup vehicle. A sight to see and the source of great fulfilment.
Regroup found
From the regroup, the pack headed back to the pub to prepare for the down down’s.
Interesting beer and food choices were available. Patience with the single server was the way to go!
The Down Downs
Skewbic Hair was the Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. He assembled his program and patiently waited for the beverages to appear.
Skewbic Hair selected a choir of Rashy Bush and Hump the Shark. They enjoyed a down down as they sang themselves a suitable song.
Skewbic Hair – RAChoir Rashy Bush and Hump the SharkA unique song for the hare
You are all number 1. It was a great trail!
Archives – LSOS and KrustyOPP and LL – chatting on trailMr. PeeeeeNut fixed the power problemLook at these good looking shirts!Racists in uniform!Just Stephen – did not come in his boots this timeBasher spotted – Mucky Dip
Just Stephen saved by KK and King Shit
Hash Shit transfer time!Strap On Crampon gets the stick!
Hardly gets the Hat Shit….all are happy!
Something about found hockey sticksHappy that the stack was embracedKrusty wins the hockey stick challenge
Skewbic Hair declares the group “on the piss”, while LSOS volunteers for next week’s RA
With all the down down’s complete, the group was declared “on the piss”. More yummy beer to consume.
Random picturesHappy RashyStoolie wants this goneI am the best hare today!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
This trail was in the 6 to 8 km range, depending on your level of embracement of the check backs and back checks. A great trail through interesting neighbourhoods.
Hash Extra
Many pictures were taken. Here are some that may be of interest to the group.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
