The Thanksgiving Holiday is a significant milestone in the calendar. Lots of turkey and family stuff going on. Setting a Thanksgiving Hash Run is getting more difficult as the group gets smaller, and those willing to host are scarce.
For this year, we decided for make the Thanksgiving Run a regular evening run and found two enthusiastic teachers with time to set trail.
Abandoned Pussy and Princess Monkey Spanker volunteered to set trail from Local 403 Eatery and Pub off Canyon Meadows Drive SE. This location is very close to Fish Creek, a harbinger of things to come!
The group arrived in the twilight as darkness for the run is now a thing. We started inside and waited patiently for the group to fill out.
We headed outside to circle up in the diminishing daylight. Needed to get the circle done and out on the trail as darkness will be a challenge for the Fish Creek experience that the hares had in store for us.
Insane Bolt was the Hashmaster of the day. He quickly went through the announcements and introductions prior to calling for the hares.
Insane Bolt runs the circle
The hares described the marks they had planned for the trail!
MarksLike theseAnd theseChecks and check backsAll good and ready to go!
The pack was released to find the marks of the true trail.
The Trail
Off from the parking lot, we headed toward Fish Creek Park to see if we were on trail. A cunning false trail was awaiting the fast hashers. Eventually, the true trail was discovered and the park was afoot!
Off we goFish Creek?Perhaps notMarks this way!Blurry RashyShakesbeerEvidence of a markParade of lights!
Off to the dark trails of Fish Creek. Some interesting things were seen, including a wet beaver and a marked tree.
Wet BeaverIn the darkWhile trail settingBeaver swim timeArt ShotSharp teeth at workNot much light
Through the dark pathways, we finally emerged out of the valley and into the neighbourhood!
LC has a bright onePMS following the lights
Eventually, we stumbled upon the regroup after taking the pedestrian C-Train bridge over Macleod Trail.
New regroup vehicleYummy beverages!
A bit of mingling in the dark while enjoying the beverages from the regroup car.
PMS figuring things out. Was it really that long and hard?
After a discussion, it was decided to do abbreviated outside down down’s with Hardly as the Religious Advisor (RA).
The Down Down’s
Hardly made up material and we agreed that the choir would be the group! Let’s get this done so we can go inside for more beer!
Hardly – RA
The hares were acknowledged followed by other accusations. A rant of stories, truth and lies.
HaresShitty Trail?Insane Bolt – Suspect it was a racistBright light bunchShakesbeerStoolie, Rashy and Insane BoltAP for somethingKing ShitOn InMucky Dip – Not getting lost
After all the stories were delivered, Hardly declared the group “on the piss”.
On the piss
The group retired to the Local 403 for more refreshments and food. A fine trail was enjoyed by all.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The trail was somewhere around 6 km through the darkness of Fish Creek! An enjoyable hashing experience was had by all.
As the summer is now done, finding hares for the fall is equally as challenging. With the current mismanagement counting the remaining number of runs they are responsible for setting, Insane Bolt, our illustrious Hashmaster, felt compelled to volunteer to set trail.
Significant in hash numerology, the run was set for September 22 and coincidentally was Run 2422 . You would think that all would have double 22’s present! Sadly, this numbers fact was not adequately communicated to the pack yet 4 intrepid hashers were decked out in their 22 finery.
He selected a new venue in Bowness NW, Brewsmith Brewing Company, as the run start location. With this start point, we had ample new terrain to explore.
A new brew pub in Bowness
The group starting arriving and got set up in the pub prior to the run start. Some of us who were fashionably late, missed this part of the warm up to the run. Nevertheless, we joined the pack as they were relocating to the designated circle up location.
Off the find the circle u p location
PMS identified the centre of the circle, and the pack figured it our from there.
Jell-O shots prior to the circle betting started
A reasonable turnout of 23 hashers in remarkable warm weather was a good sign. Unfortunately, the length of the day is getting shorter. Start in the light, finish in the dark. Headlights are something we need to remember to bring! With the Jell-O shorts completed, it was time to get organized.
Booty CampSnevilLiquor LotsLazy CummerShakesbeerInsane BoltKing ShitPyroInsane BoltPull my Woody and Sticky Lips (and Sacha)XXX RayMucky DipOn InLying Sack of ShitStool Stuffer Snow BlowerTwistyHardly
PMS went through the introductions and announcements. Special run for both Mucky Dip and Hump the Shark. Regular visitors from BC, Pull My Woody and Sticky Lips.
Pinky saluteNobody is paying attention
Eventually, it was time to bring the hares into the circle to describe the marks for tonight’s trail.
We have marksPyro has the big chalkStandard marksThis plus flaggingSmall chalk with Insane Bolt
The marks described, the pack was released to find the marks of the true trail.
The Trail
With the daylight diminishing, the pack headed out along the wide sidewalks of Bowness Road NW.
Pyro points out the wayPack is releasedUrban sidewalk startOff and runningLooking for TrailPMS running steadyLazy Cummer makes a signalIt might be this way?How hard can this be?Big street. Cross it?Shakes beer on the huntLooks like a checkNo place like GnomeGarden party locationGetting darkerLooks like uphill!Can you read the logo?Snevil in the forest. Getting darkerUphillDirt uphillScoobie takes a picture of Canada Olympic ParkScoobie’s picture
After much up and down through the forest trail, we came upon a new neighbourhood with a park! Let the play time begin.
SwingerSliderGravity will deliver meSafely DownSynchronized swingingSnevil has a lookReadyDoneHump the Shark has a plan for this applianceShakesbeer goes upside down!
From the park, it was a series of pathways which lead down toward Canada Olympic Park, including some sunset viewpoints.
Bye Bye sunGoat trailBreaking trail
Up to the top of the hill, we had to navigate through the commercial businesses leading to the true trail.
H with some grafittiPMS lostWhere are the marks!Trail through the bollards
Down the hill and through the streets looking for marks. We knew that we had to get over the tracks to make it back to the pub. This provided a great opportunity for train spotting!
Front of train this wayContainers galoreShipping in action!Many carsSnevil thinkingPatiently waiting for the train to cross
Eventually, the train passes and we looked for marks. We found out that Insane Bolt set this portion of the trail and had many check backs in close proximity to the regroup. False trails near the end are demoralizing.
Finally, the regroup vehicle was spotted and we could celebrate the finish of a fine run.
Regroup is here!OPP and Mucky DipInsane BoltHump the SharkLSOSKing ShitStool StufferShakesbeerXXX RayDastardly
With the regroup done, it was back to the pub to do the down down’s inside.
Getting set up in the pub
The group figured out the beer and food options and awaited for the down down’s to begin.
The Down Down’s
Hump the Shark has finally figured out how to get a volunteer to be the Religious Advisor. In the previous week, he had offered up a “free beer” for a volunteer for next week. Foolishly, Skewbic Hair succumbed to the offer last week and was reminded that he was RA for this week.
With work to do, Skewbic Hair handed off his paparazzi duties to Shakesbeer and got busy with putting together a program.
Skewbic Hair soliciting stories from the pack
Do not let the truth get in the way a good story. A number of offences and crimes were invented and the program was ready. A choir of Sticky Lips and OPP were volunteered and we were ready to go!
Singing the choir a songDown down for the choirHaresFine TrailSnevil upSnevil downRambunctious walkersSwingersDown DownDone!Hardly and XXX Ray – Technology on trailMucky DipKS and Mucky669 Runs!Pull My WoodyLSOS with a hash shitInsane gets a hash shitHump the Shark – 350 runsDown 1Down 2!Various offencesDown Down the RA“On the Piss”
With all the down down’s completed, the pack was declared “on the piss”.
A fine evening with a great trail from a new venue that appears to be Hash friendly!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
The Trail
A fine effort of something like 8 – 9 kms. New terrain with new challenges. Thanks to Pyro and Insane Bolt for making this happen.
September is a month of transition. Weather can be anything and darkness now begins to intrude on the hash runs. The length of the day is decreasing at an alarming rate. As such, end of run in twilight and down down’s in the dark. Time to dig out the headlights!
Snevil volunteered to set trail starting from Stanly Park, west parking lot. Mature neighbourhoods, steep slopes, Elbow River and some great views were all part of the experience.
The group converged on the west parking lot and a good turn out of 30+ people were present. Something like a circle started to form as every got organized for the Hash Mattress to call the group to order.
Pack assemblingHardlyF4Rashy BushStool StufferMenage-a-TroisTwistyHot CheeksSlippy Thong and Mmmmm Lady FingersCamshaftXXX RaySnow BlowerKingshit and Liquor LotsShakesbeerComes and GoesPittsburg Visitor – Drag QueenOn InRoaring NancyLying Sack of ShitDastardlyBooty CampLazy CummerSnevilHump the SharkStrap On Crampon and Huggy BearInsane BoltPyro
PMS attempted to get the circle together and went through the formalities of announcements and introductions.
PMS runs the circle
The hare, Snevil, was called into the circle to describe the marks.
Snevil in the circle
Listen to my instructionsMarks and flagging
Snevil declared that the pack was released to find the marks she had cleverly left on only vertical surfaces.
The Trail
From the parking lot, the trail drifted by the swimming pool and the tennis courts only to squeeze down into a steep dense forest trail.
Follow the packKS going uphillMucky Dip charging aheadStoolie following F4ProcessionAlleysInspectionRoadworkSunset and hill topBring your own musterDownhill HardlyRideau BridgeElbow RiverWest side of Elbow RiverParksFieldsHare encouraging us to keep goingUphillHistory LessonRiverdale footbridgeRiverdale alleySandy BeachBritannia Viewpoint
Parks are fun!Bug looking for customersLook what I foundIt is big and green!RegroupFuzzy crowdLate regroup arrivals!
From the regroup, we headed back to the picnic area for down down’s. The group assembled their chairs and things in anticipation of the forthcoming ceremonies.
Getting ready for down down’sA good line upGetting dark!OPP – late arriverPMS signaling
The Down Down’s
Insane Bolt was appointed Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. The group decided that the last one to arrive gets the privilege of RA duties. A win-win situation.
Insane and helpers organized the down down beverages.
This is a very important task!
Insane Bolt burst into action. A choir was appointed and the program gegan.
Insane Bolt – RaHot Cheeks and Booty Camp – Choir
Insane Bolt went through his list of crimes and acknowledgements. Much to celebrate for such a fine run.
Hare – SnevilWe ran no evil!Archive – Comes and GoesVisitor – Drag Queen from PittsburgAuto hashingPMS PMS hands over hash shit to XXX RayKing ShitLiquor LotsSlower groupHump the SharkOPP – Hash Shit receiverDastardly – Fine RegroupOn the PIss – RA declares
With all crimes and punishments delivered, we were declared “on the piss” by Insane Bolt. The group packed up in the darkness and dispersed,.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
It looks like 7 to 8 km’s of fine running. Even the twilight could not temper the pack enjoyed. Fine trail by Snevil.
Hash Extra
Apparently, some pictures were taken from the walkers trail. Looks like they had a great time as well!
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.
With Stampede over, it was time to get back to a normal schedule of hare raising and run setting. It is summer, and hares are in short supply. Thankfully, Hump the Shark volunteered to set trail and had great plans to introduce the group to the margins of the city. He selected Elliston Park SE for the start location, at the East end of 17th avenue (International avenue). Close to the finer neighbourhoods of Forest Lawn, Penbrooke Meadows and Applewood Park.
The Park location includes the site of the former Hub Oil Refinery, which burned down in 1999.
The weather has been variable in recent days, and the run happened to coincide with massive rain. Some of us were delayed in getting to the run start due to road flooding on Glenmore Trail. Thanks for the pictures of the run start with Dastardly provided.
Gathering of the umbrella’sRain protectionHappy to be herePre lubeDaisy under coverCircleLooking forward to thisRain rain go awayThis will be great!Need a bigger umbrellaThis is funVery happy here!
Apparently, the number of umbrellas indicated that the group was prepared for the weather. Some semblance of a circle formed and the enthusiastic hashers tested their waterproof qualities. Here are some of the “after” pictures masquerading as the “before” pictures.
DastardlyStoolieVeggie WankerRashy Bush and Lying Sack of ShitDaisy DukeCamshaftTwistyLiquor LotsHot QuickieSnevilVisitor Your Highness and Mmmm Lady FingersJust ColinMucky DipHardlyVeggie Wanker and Mmmm Lady FingersSlow ClapKing ShitHump the SharkSkewbic HairShakesbeer
Apparently, Slow Clap ran the circle as our Hashmasters are absent using travel or adventure as the reason for not being available to keep the Hash on track. A fine job was done and the Hare was called in to describe the marks that were all now washed away.
Hump show us the marks that were washed awayAll of these are the marks you will need to know
Standard marks plus flagging
The mention of flagging was reassuring. Flagging survives the rain where other materials do not. Hopefully, some evidence of the trail survived.
The Trail
The walkers went one way, and the runners fanned out to find the marks. The hare had chosen to run the pack through the vast grasslands surrounding the park. Plenty of deep grass, puddles and mud to enjoy.
Plenty of wetness to enjoyWatch out for the gopher holes
A full featured run with open fields, roads, pathways and playgrounds. A bit light on evidence as the rain was drowning the camera.
No idea where we are going!Best park feature – shelterSpin dry
New CN rail park – not yet open
DangerousHappy timesLoving it
Shakesbeer with a new toy
Fun place to practice cycling!
Happy walkersLots of fence poles – this wayThat way
Storm water retention pond – working
This trail becomes wetter
After much wet trail running, we circled back to the starting location. A longer run extended the enjoyment of the wetness. The regroup location was a welcome view with some makeshift rain protection.
Regroup location with tarp shelter
Happy hashers post run, trying to dry out
It was decided to do down down’s outside, as everyone was already wet and miserable.
Down Down’s
Hardly was selected to do the RA duties (Religious Advisor). He had a cunning plan to move this along quickly.
Hardly thinking about RA duties
Hardly started with the hare, Hump the Shark, and a suitable song was delivered.
Hump the Shark – Hare
Hardly then went through the group and called each hasher out for something done on trail. The ended up as a mass down down, using your own beer.
Proxy for the big down down
Hump the Shark was called up again, and was called out for something special. He managed to finish the down down, and tipped the vessel over his head, subsequently filling the hood of the jacket with beer foam.
A bit messy
With the down down’s completed, we were declared “on the piss”. The group then headed to the local pub, Boddum’s , to dry out and enjoy food and drink.
ChatterRefreshments good!Warm and dry
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine wet trail of between 7 and 9 km’s. We appreciate the work that went into setting a great trail in the fine neighbourhood. The puddles and the mud were epic!
Full summer and Stampede Week! Tough to get hares out but we had Can Crusher set trail to celebrate her 9th birthday! She might have had a bit of help from her brother (Touche) and Abandoned Pussy.
An obscure location at the east end of Fish Creek Park, the Bankside parking lot, created some challenges for those that were not paying attention to the map link.
Upon arrival we were welcome to a nice parking lot with a shiny public washroom. The pack arrived and proceeded to get their bearings. Stampede costumes were present.
Hashers arrive to find the location to circle up
Princess Monkey Spanker enlightened the pack with where the run would start. The group stumbled over to a large picnic area to for the circle.
Start walkingCircle will happen here
The pack circled up and prepared for what would be an epic trail set by a 9 year old, with some assistance.
Tighty WhiteyHardlyTwistySeaman LegsMmmmm Lady FingersCamshaftStool StufferRashy BushDaisy DukeHuggy Bear and Ba Ba BeerPull my WoodyStrap On CramponFrogadile HunterHot CheeksHash Test Dummy and Sticky LipsPyroOn InLSOS and DastardlyMucky DipMucky and Hot PantsHump the SharkTouche and Can CrusherAbandoned PussyLSOS needs an arm photoshopped in
PMS commanded the circle to order. She went through the announcements, introductions and other hash business. We had archives and visitors, including our African friends that were tardy to the circle.
PMS runs the circle
The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks that were made with chalk, flour and flagging. Can Crusher was reluctant to take full credit for the trail as she had some support from her family.
We have set a trailCan Crusher toe points to a circleAP makes more marksYou know the drill
All the marks you need to know
There was some suggestion that shiggy may be present on trail. The high river was creating some quality wet shoe opportunities close to the bank.
The pack was released and the runners spread out to find the marks for the true trail.
The Trail
The paved pathway system was augmented with dirt trails with thick vegetation growth. It was challenging to find the marks but once we clued into the role that the flour had in marking, we figured it out.
Strapon and Lazy CummerYou can’t see the forest for the trees
Nice view
Marks are hard to find
Rashy emerges
Field of shiggy
The pack charges alongFalse trail?Strap On not getting sucked inWhat a nice bridge over there!
Follow the leader
Daisy in trudge modeStoolie making progressArt shot with nice cloudsHow high can you go?Daisy masters the slidePMS ponders the Monkey barsHump is a swingerBoy is this fun!
Park spotted
Off to find more trailPark actionRunning through a check back – shameAP knows the way
Strap On claims the chair
Hump takes a breakStampede and Halloween mash upBoy was I thirsty
As we emerged for the Deer Run neighbourhood, we could see the regroup and parking lot in the distance.
You can see the end!
Outdoor down down’s
The pack collected their chairs and prepared for a session of outdoor down down’s
Down Down’s
The group assembled in the picnic area to enjoy refreshments and snacks as we prepared for the closing ceremonies. We found our late cummers as we filled out the down down circle.
Circle for the down down’s
Keep on Pumping, Star Lady and Just BasilNot Ready
Tighty Whitey volunteered to be the Religious Advisor, and proceeded to make up a program based on myth and innuendo, with the occasional fact.
Making up stories and tales
Dastardly prepared the beverages and the program was ready to go.
Beverages readyRA ready to launch
We held off until some of out missing hashers arrived. Apparently the free chair needed to be secured quickly as not to miss out. PMS and Strapon sheepishly return using the excuse they were getting their hash cash out of the car…..
PMS and Strap on finally making it to the circle
The program was started. Tighty Whitey immediately invited the hares into the circle to be acknowledged for fine trail.
AP helped meGreat Trail!Best 9th birthday ever!Down down
After the hares were acknowledged, Tighty Whitey realized that a choir would be helpful. Strap on and PMS were chosen, as a reward for delaying the start of the down down’s.
Choir – PMS and Strap on Crampon
Hardly finds flourChoir using technology
Our lost visitors
Hot Cheeks and Frogadile Hunter – Bird watchers
Woodpecker song with actions
Pull My Woody and Hump the SharkConfirmation of equipmentStool StufferSeamen Legs – Edmonton visitor
Hump the Shark was called out for multiple offences. Apparently the dog dish rehydration on trail had to be recreated for the group.
Stampede themed costume
On In and PyroChoir in action. Note Touche brought in for supportLSOS was racing apparently
Scoobie for taking pictures, and Tighty Whitey for RA duties. On the Piss
The circle wrapped up and there was much rejoicing.
Scribed (in person) by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km was delivered. The Bankside picnic area was a great starting point for a great run. Can Crusher has a great future in trail setting for the hash.
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.
Summer is a great time to be outside in Calgary. Unfortunately, a lot of the group have travel plans so it is sometime difficult to attract both hares and runners. Daisy Duke apparently realized it was his turn to set trail, and was able to use his influence to get Stoneyslope Brewing Company to open on a Monday evening when they are usually closed.
The Monday before Canada Day is kind of weird. Seems like a lot of people take the day off to make an extra long weekend. Monday at 7:00 pm is Hash Time regardless, so the plan was to set and run the trail. A warm up to the Canada Day run that Pyro will set on the next day!
It appears that we still had our African visitors around for another hash with us. Thus, a reasonable turn out given the circumstances.
Your illustrious scribe, Skewbic Hair, was enjoying the beach life in Manitoba, thus made a plea to others to provide pictures and notes from the run. This is a remote reporting of the run I was not on.
Dastardly provided pre run Jello shots to put the group in the mood for the run.
Yummy Jello
It would appear that we had a circle in the parking lot of Stoneyslope Brewing with Insane Bolt running the circle.
Part of a circleMore parts of the same circleDaisy Duke – Nice Hat ShitPussy GaloreGomer Pyles and ShakesbeerTwistyOn InJust 10 BeaverA portion of PyroKing ShitStar LadyPussy GaloreDaisy DukeLSOS, AP and Can Crusher, Strap On with Huggy BearJust Basil and Not ReadyLSOS posing as a trail marker
Blue Balls and Karate Klit
With the announcements and introductions complete, it was time for Insane Bolt to introduce the hare to the circle.
Insane Bolt manages the circleComplete attention to the task at hand
Daisy appeared and used some props as marking posts to describe the marks for the evening. I am sure that you all remember the marks and the description of the trail provided.
I have set the best trail everI am sure you will take this seriouslyMarks on LSOS ‘s shirtWhy are there trail markings on my shirt?
With the trail marks described, the pack was released to find the marks.
The Trail
From Stoneyslope Brewing Company parking lot, the trail explored the reaches of Haysboro SW. A fine collection of roads, pathways and alley’s were navigated to create a joyful experience for the hash.
Just 10 following upYes, that is a markA grueling paceWho needs a tarp when you have a flag this bigWe got thisHardly and LSOSAlley inspectionGadget checkF4 leading the packLive HarePark BreakMore fun to be hadKK climbing the sticksSee how much fun this is!
Unending trail went on for a great distance. You could see the expression of desperation in the faces of the forlorn hashers.
You are almost thereThis hash shit is heavyThis juice box is tastyGP sprintingShakesbeer attempts an “on course” glasses adjustmentLadies conferringInsane Bolt looking for the endLSOS and his heavy hash shitThis is the way we rock!
After an extreme effort in the summer heat, the regroup was located and the group went into drinking and socializing mode to try and forget the epic trail they had just completed.
On InInsane Bolt – sweatingJust 10 Beaver LSOSHardly – beer quality controlPyro – getting ready for Canada Day runBeer goodCider goodLot in hereNot Ready getting readyCanadian beer is marvelousCooling down….Best regroup everHappy to be hereAP is counting the days for school to startWe had a great timeBest run ever!
Eventually, it was time to walk across the parking lot to Stoneyslope Brewing to prepare for the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
We set up on the picnic tables in the parking lot and got ready for the down down’s. Shakesbeer volunteered to be the Religious Advisor for the evening, so he got ready with the program.
I love being the RA!
In grand style, the down down’s started and there was much rejoicing. Many offences and crimes were committed on trail and all were duly celebrated.
I looks like Dastardly and Twisty were nominated as choir. They sang themselves a song and prepared for many more.
Choir – Dastardly and TwistyTo the hare – Daisy DukeDastardly with a very dark beerNot ReadyTwisty laughing to herselfInsane Bolt and LSOS – likely racistsStrap On Crampon Karate KlitF4Insane Bolt – again?Star LadyKing ShitPussy Galore with a four legged friend
The down down’s went swimmingly, and it is likely that a down down was given to the RA for a job well done.
The pack was declared “on the piss”.
Scribed in absentia by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
I predict that the real trail was 7-8 km in length. Here it is courtesy of Daisy Duke.
Hash Extra
A few additional items for you to take in from the trail.
Ready for action!Trail TreasureJello extraction techniqueWhat shape comes to mind?Food truck parkingGrand Beach – Manitoba
It is always an adventure when Liquor Lots and OPP volunteer to set trail. They chose Edworthy Park, south of the Bow River for the start point. This site provides access to much interesting terrain along the banks of the Bow River.
The Douglas Fir Trail is close by as well as the rugged slopes, train tracks, river, neighbourhoods and pathways nearby.
The steep access road was entertaining. Parking was at a premium at the bottom of the hill. Some hashers chose to cycle to the start. It was a busy place.
The pack arrived and congregated at a spot to enjoy yummy popsicles. It took some time for the group to show up on this hot day. We mingled around prior to be called over to where the circle would form.
Mingling around with popsicles!Sticky LipsPull My WoodieLiquor LotsGolden Showers – Toronto VisitorHot CheeksKing ShitHump the SharkTighty WhiteyVisitor – Prodigal DaughterPMSPyroDastardlyHardlyMucky DipLazy CummerF4CamshaftMmmmm Lady FingersBlue BallsJust 10 BeaverSlippy ThongInsane BoltMenage-a-TroisShakesbeer
Eventually, we were called to make a proper circle in a quiet location near be base of the beckoning trails. Liquor Lots got Insane Bolt to get things going.
CircleInsane Bolt – co Hashmaster
Insane Bolt went through the announcements, visitors, and introductions. We had visitors for Toronto and Nigeria!
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks they had used for the trail.
HaresRemembering the marksHere are some!The marks you need to know
The pack was released and headed off in many directions to try and find the true trail.
The Trail
There were many false trail found in the early stages. The hares had set some cheeky check backs up the hills, to be found by our speedy and intrepid hashers.
Off to find he uphill false trail!
You needed good vision to make out this check back buried in the dense brush, but it was significant.
Check back – three dots of flour
Eventually, the pack landed on the trail that got them pointed in the right direction. The Douglas Fir trail was waiting!
Pathway to the EastDouglas Fir Trail
A challenging route with significant climbing and an abundance of mud and obstacles.
Trail with a logJust 10 chasing Hump the SharkNo stair master needed hereAll up UphillBridgesStairsViewpointLove these stairsPark to the neighbourhoodAll is wellReturning from the check backTrail goes this wayHome improvementsInsane Bolt chasing the powerline polesWet T-shirt opportunityFollow the arrowVisitor not lostMulti lane trailAll this!ViewpointSelfieSlippy leading the packWe found a riverNo trespassing – railway property
Eventually, the path returned back to the parking lot. We selected a picnic spot to set up the circle for outdoor down down’s. A fine warm evening activity.
The Down Down’s
With a cooler of refreshments and a suitable picnic spot, the group settled down into a circle to enjoy their refreshments.
Insane Bolt assembled his material as Religious Advisor and picked a choir of Sticky Lips and Dastardly.
Beverages readyRA- Insane BoltChoir – Dastardly and Sticky LipsHaresSo much funTrain whistleMucky DipHot Pants and Slippy ThongGolden ShowersPyro and MenageProdigal DaughterHump the SharkCamshaft – 350 run milestoneMmmmm Lady FingersInsane BoltPMS – hot cheeksAll hot cheeks drinkTrespassersNothing to see hereOn the piss
With all the down down’s completed, it was time to declare the group “on the piss”. The pack hung around in the nice weathers and continued to socialize until dark.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km’s or so was enjoyed by the group. The Douglas Fir Trail did not disappoint. Great trail and a fun time!
Hash Extra
Plenty of pictures taken. Here are a few more for your viewing pleasure.
Slow Clap and Karate Klit stepped up to set trail out of Griffith Wood Park in the SW community of Discovery Ridge. With an extensive trail system and proximity to wilderness, chances of a critter sighting were good.
Beaver, Moose, Cougar all live nearby! We were forewarned that there may be some shiggy and dry shoes were recommended.
Griffith Woods Park
The pack assembled in the Eastern parking lot in the and prepared for an epic trail.
The pack assemblingStrap On CramponHump the SharkInsane BoltKing ShitTighty WhiteyGomer PylesSlow ClapKarate KlitLazy CummerBeer in the RearHot QuickyJust ColinRashy BushStool StufferMucky DipHardlyTwistyF4Hot PantsPyroVeggie WankerDastardlyPMSBooty Camp and Snow BlowerLiquor LotsSlow Clap againSlippy ThongShakesbeerOPP
Insane Bolt ran the circle. The pack listened intently as Insane went through the announcements and introductions.
Insane Bolt leads the circle
The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks for this evening’s trail.
I have big chalk and know how to use itLet me show youKK explainsHere is what we have. Bird watching opportunities
The hares pointed the direction for the start of the run. The pack was released.
We are offThe trail beckonsDisregard these signsTrail this wayFollow the SharkNot sure about this oneKing Shit leaps over logsBeer in the Rear expertly jumps over the obstaclesTake the logShoes stay dry!Beavers near byDefinitely this wayRashy catching StoolieOn trailAbsolutely no chance of falling in?Dry shoes!Hot Quicky chasing Snow BlowerCatching up to Slippy ThongClimbingRestingOff to higher groundLine of hashersViewpointZen GardenMeditation?What else could we do here?High traversePlaygroundDownhillGreat suspension
Eventually, the trail ended at the starting parking lot. A fine selection of suitable beverages was on offer.
The pack got their chairs and refreshments together and prepared for the outside down down’s.
The Down Down’s
Strap On Crampon volunteered to the the Religious Advisor. She assembled her material and conferred with others to come out with a program.
Notes for the down down’s.
Insane Bolt and Dastardly prepared the refreshments as we got ready for the down down’s.
Tragedy stuck as a moment of inattention created a spilled beer. So sad to see this type of problem prior to the down down’s. OPP was sad but was able to find a suitable replacement. To add insult to injury, Scoobie managed to spill additional beer while getting a picture of the crime.
InjuryInsult
Enough distraction, the down down’s were called to order. A choir of Booty Camp and Skewbic Hair were selected. They sang themselves a song and handed off the photographer duties to Mucky Dip.
How would you like my finger in your beer?
The hares were called up and thanked for their outstanding trail.
We are the greatest!Down Down for the haresRashy milestoneInsane Bolt for round disk crimesHardly – the cup matches the shirtHash Shit transferUnhappy with hash shitDown Down goodShort custody – off to PMS for parking skillsHappy Hot Quicky, not so happy PMSLazy Cummer was called out….King Shit and Rashy BushOPP – Alcohol abuseShakesbeer – Shoe dryingMucky Dip and Just Colin – Moose Sighting
Apparently, on trail, the walkers were being stalked by a large animal. No interest in the hashers by the moose. Mucky Dip took the picture!
We might die here?No interest…..
Apparently, Skewbic Hair made the mistake of touching the Hat Shit. The group was aghast at this oversite, and Scoobie paid the price. He even chose to drink out of the hat…. Much cleaner now!
HmmmmLooks like it would hold beerIf it fits, wear it!Yummy!
With all the material delivered, it was time to thank our RA for a fine job of conducting the down down ceremony. With a quick down down, we were declared “on the piss”.
A fine job of being Religious Advisor – Strap On Crampon
Will done in the parking lot, there was some discussion of a “follow on” at the Wild Rose Brewery! A fine evening was had by one and all.
Closing time at Wild Rose Brewery!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The trail was somewhere between 5 and 7 km’s depending on how much short cutting or false trails were enjoyed! Great trail!
Hash Extra
Lots of pictures were taken on trail. Here are a few more that were shared by the keen photographers.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
