A Viewpoint in the Mayland Heights NE Neighbourhood
The Beginning
We were pleased and Camshaft and Mmmmmm Lady Fingers volunteered to set trail on a fine February evening. They chose a location in a obscure neighbourhood of Crossroads NE, adjacent to the Deerfoot Trail and Trans Canada highway.
A neighbourhood with some history, we stated from Gally’s Neighbourhood Pub in a 1950’s strip mall. It had a special vibe to it and happy hour prices for those pre run beverages. The weather was horrible with cold and snow rolling in making highway travel difficult.
Gally’s Neighbourhood Pub
Inside, where it was warm and dry, the crowd assembled in anticipation of a fine trail and some urban exploring.
Preparing for the run
Insane Bolt called for the group to head outside to circle up in the snow.
Slippy ThongSlow ClapMr. PeeeeeNutLazy Cummer and Liquor Lots
Skewbic Hair and Mmmm Lady Fingers (again!)
Insane Bolt ran the circle, going through the announcement and introductions.
Insane Bolt running the circle
The hares were called in to describe the marks they had set out for the trail.
We should tell them everythingSome marksStandard stuffAll of these and you have the trail!
Camshaft pointed in a direction and the pack was released.
The Trail
Off like a herd of turtles, trying to find marks through the recent blanket of snow. Out of the shopping centre and into the neighbourhood. Marks were spotted and the pack was afoot.
Shopping opportunityAcross the alleyThe alleys of the NE are callingOff we go!
Some fine views of the city were found. All made more romantic with the constant buzz of the Deerfoot Trail enhanced by the airplanes that were landing continuously.
Viewpoint
Shakesbeer with the red light onFollowing the pathSlippy Thong leads the charge up the hillWatch out for those gopher holesEvidence that we are good!
There was some art to be found. Who knew that they had this stuff hidden in this neighbourhood!
Quite the installation!
Something in a cageArt viewpoint
There was mention of a shot stop. We were pleased when we found this!
Mmmmm Lady Fingers ready to pourSmall amounts until Camshaft appears with the back upBooty Camp doing her happy danceTasty Shot Stop!Happy at the Shot Stop
Off again to find the trail. Some hashers invented their own way back to find the regroup. A fine trail!
View from the shot stopNice view!We continue on!Scoobie proving he was there!
Eventually, back to the parking lot to find the awaiting vehicle with yummy refreshments!
This is tastyHappy to be here!
Back to the pub to prepare for the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
The pack assembled in the pub and settled down to order food and beer. The Religious Advisor, Lazy Cummer worked on his material for the down down’s.
Lazy Cummer ready to deliver the down down’s
Choir of Slippy Thong and Slow Clap
Here’s to the HaresLip inspectionHardly and TwistyInsane Bolt and Boot Camp. Something about is wincoMr. PeeeeNut and Mmmm Lady FingersDaisy DukeKing Shit and XXX RayScoobie and ShakesbeerLiquor LotsShakesbeerMass down down
With the program complete, it was time to beg for next week’s Religious Advisor. Liquor Lots said no, then she became a maybe with help from Camshaft. I am sure she will do a great job.
With down down’s complete, we were declared “on the piss”
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A trail of 5-7 km was enjoyed by the group. Some were more adventurous than others.
We are thankful that that Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers stepped forward to set the first trail in November. A transitional time of the season, we have not yet settled into the deep freeze, but we are full on darkness, thanks to the time change away from Daylight Savings Time. We now enjoy sunset at 5:00 pm.
The start location was the Kampus Brewing Company close to the university. Formerly known as Kilkenny Irish Pub, it has reinvented itself as a craft brewery serving some interesting beers. The pack started arriving once they have sorted out parking in this congested location.
Run Start Location
The group arrived and got settled in to wait for the trail.
TwistyHardlyKing ShitAunty FrankHash Test DummyBooty CampSnow BlowerPMSStool StufferKarate Klit and Rashy BushBlue BallsLiquor Lots and Hot CheeksHump the SharkMmmm Lady Fingers and CamshaftOn InShakesbeerLazy CummerPyroOPPCovered in GooDastardly
There were others that did not show up on the camera roll, including Insane Bolt. There was likely a circle called to order by Insane Bolt, who went through the announcements and introductions. The hares, Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers were called into the circle to describe the marks
You can imagine what the marks looked like as the pack was released to find the true trail.
The Trail
Off from the parking lot, the pack spread out to find true trail. Off west through Brentwood NW, close to John Laurie Blvd NW with Nose Hill beckoning. Continuing through a combination of streets, sidewalks, alleys and pathways, eventually coming around the Charleswood NW.
Check backs in abundance made the trail tough to find and follow.
Is my light too bright?Battle of the light sabersStreetlights are a good thingMight be an airplane landing lightsidewalks goodStreets goodFuzzy Hardly looking for trailTrail this waygood bright lights!AlleyCamshaft giving hintsFollowing with convictionStool Stuffer pacing himselfFast RunnersStoolie and Rashy know where they are goingShakesbeer scaring the childrenWay more fun dressed like thisKK posingHump finding trailA good sigh
Eventually the trail arrived at the regroup location where suitable refreshments were available.
Happy to find the regroupMilling about
Eventually the runners showed up and a fine time was enjoyed by all. Regroup finished, it was back to the Kampus Brewing Company to get organized for the down down’s.
The Down Downs
Back to the Kampus Brewing Company, the group got set up in a large section at the side of the pub. Plenty of space to find a seat. There were both beer and food special that made everyone happy.
Long tables
Hump the Shark was particularly pleased with the size and darkness of the beer he chose!
Happy Hump the Shark
Insane Bolt was the Religious Advisor for the evening, so he assembled facts and fiction to underpin his program.
Insane Bolt ready to startChoir of Twisted Sister and Dastardly
Camshaft and Mmmm Lady Fingers were called up and thanked for the shitty trail they had set.
First to arriveWe set great trailSo happy for us!
A number of crimes and offences were then called out by the RA.
Archives Aunty Frank and Covered in GooBashers and those returning from exotic places – Mucky and Scoobie (New Oreland), F4 (Puerto Vallarta)Shakesbeer making up for no costume for HalloweenTwistySome Irish pin Irish flavoured somethingHash Test Dummy – 600 runs!Liquor Lots Skewbic Hair volunteering for next week’s RAInsane Bolt – On The Piss
The group wrapped up with Insane Bolt declaring us to be “on the piss”. We continued to enjoy the refreshments, food and company of our fellow hashers.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
Looks like something around 8-9 kms for those that chose to find all the treacherous check backs set by Camshaft. A fine tour of the Brentwood and Charleswood neighbourhoods.
Camshaft has a significant birthday and could think of nothing better than to set trail to honour his dwindling days of 69. It has been a good year, but all good things must come to and end.
The phycological trauma of changing your digits to new numbers can be difficult for some. However, it is also a time for celebration! Why not set the trail and host the pack back at your house so that everyone can have fun! Sounds like a good plan.
We are having the wettest July ever here in Calgary. It would be fitting to drive to the run in the brilliant sunshine only to have the clouds roll in and dump rain on our circle. I believe that this was the plan all along, and we were not disappointed.
The pack gathered in the parking lot of the Dalhousie Canadian Tire, close to the pedestrian bridge. A solid turn out with archives and new boots were encouraging to see!
Do you think those dark clouds are heading our way?
The circle assembled as everyone was happy it was not currently raining.
Veggie WankerShakesbeerDastardlyHot PantsHump the SharkHardlySlow ClapLying Sack of ShitStool StufferInsane BoltRashy BushTwistyF4New Boot – Migrating DickKing ShitOPP and Liquor LotsMmmm Lad Fingers and CamshaftKarate Klit and Daisy DukeBlue BallsLazy CummerPyroSlippy ThongMucky DipDirty Dancer and MouthfulSkewbic Hair
Insane Bolt conducted his Hashmaster duties and called the circle to order. A round of announcements and introductions followed.
On cue, the hares were invited into the circle and the rain started simultaneously.
Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft – haresRainThings are getting damp quicklyRaindrops keep falling on my marks
The hares went through the marks for the epic trail they had planned. The pack was released as the rain intensified. Do I really need to get my raincoat? Good question.
Camshaft pointed out a direction and the pack was released.
The Trail
As the rain intensity increased, the hare was helpful in giving us clues as to where the true trail was. With parking lots and traffic lights, the pack got a bit split up. Nevertheless, marks were found and the trail was followed.
This wayConfusionDedicationThe pack is thinkingThis is the best rain ever!Alley strollFinally a playground
A reminder of proper playground etiquette
This park has rulesNice rubber groundToo wet to playOff to the next park
Should we give this a try? Rain sucks….
Having FunThis sucksWet, but not in a good wayChecking the water flows on the pathwaysCheck backThis way looks promisingFalse trailHow deep could this be?Is that brightness on the horizon?We demand a shortcutHare conferenceYes, the rain is relentingIs that sun coming to warm us up?Regroup with sunShoe wash
Looks like a rainbow to us
After taking in the regroup refreshments and noting how quickly the weather had changed, we took in the views of the rainbow then headed back to the parking lot. Down down destination hosted by the birthday boy.
Happy walkers
We convoyed the short distance to get ready for the down down’s inside.
The Down Down’s
Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft hosted the down down’s from their nearby address. It was a logistical challenge to get the people and the gear into the cozy basement location. Mission accomplished as most folks shed their wet shoes and socks to go for the barefoot look.
Cooler coming throughMingling with bare feet
There were many good things happening with food, drink and birthday cake, acknowledging Camshaft who is opening up the book on a new decade.
This will all be eaten soon!
Hardly was the Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. He prepared his program with the challenge of how many hash shit’s can we get to the birthday boy?
Hardly read to goCamshaft have a seat!
Choir was selected and the festivities commenced.
Choir – can we sing a song to us?And we did!
First in the procession of hash shit’s was one that Skewbic Hair diligently dragged around the wet trail. A fine addition to his costume.
I hand this over with prideBest hash shit everBlue BallsTwisty and BBStool StufferShakesbeer offloads the Hat ShitImmigrating Dick – new to the groupHump the SharkMucky and ScoobieBlue Balls againDirty Dancer and Mouthful – archivesInsane Bolt – Onesie of shame ready for a new person King Shit with his new onesieMore hash shit for CamshaftMilestone runLSOS for somethingThanks for hostingYes we had fun!Are you happy with all of this?Slippy Thong supporting the structure of the houseThis post is not moving!Forgot the hares – Great Trail!
Here’s to the hares!
After a significant effort, Hardly declared the group “on the piss” so we could continue of mirth and celebration of Camshaft’s birthday.
On the piss!
A fine celebration for the birthday boy as well.
You can have your cake and eat it too!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km or so, with a much appreciated minor shortcut to improve our trail enjoyment. Lots of new territory in the wilds of Dalhousie to explore.
Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers took a break from their hectic vacation and travel schedule to set a hash run for the group. The actual location was worth waiting for, as it was in a neighbourhood that we have not been to much. The community of Wentworth, in the SW is really far west. Think Canada Olympic Park and south. Thankfully, Google knew where to go, and access off the new ring road made this location very accessible!
A park in a new neighbourhood, with a basketball court, was the starting point. Parking was limited but available, once the fire hydrants were figured out. All was well and we attracted a crowd of 25 hashers.
The hashers arrived and a circle began to form.
The circle is taking shape
Shadows of Snevil and Slippy ThongPyro and Comes and GoesPMS is number 1Matching Rashy and Slippy ThongMatching Scoobie and SnevilMatching LSOS and LoftyCamshaft and Blue BallsHardy readyVeggie Wanker and Daisy DukeOn InA trio of happy hasher. Hot Cheeks, Menage and TwistyMatching Liquor Lots and Mmmmm Lady FingersSlow Clap – Fresh from here White Dress Run success
PMS ran the circle and it was good. Hares, Camshaft and Mmmmmm Lady Fingers went through the marks for the trail.
PMS sharing a secret message for the hashMmmm checks the spellingFlagging is pink
These marks are important
With the marks described, the pack was released. Playgrounds were promised.
The Trail
The pack found the marks and followed the trail. A combination of paved and wilderness trail was revealed to the runners.
Rashy in full strideVeggie Wanker on trailLSOS burdened with his hash shit monkey
There was a tunnel that we had to navigate under Bow Trail. Parks appeared and there was much playing enjoyment by both the runners and the walkers.
No cars herePlaying A foursome out of controlTwisty goes for a rideLiquor Lots teams up with Slow Clap
A particularly dangerous swing was discovered that had “hospital visit” written all over it. This was a source of great mirth and merriment for some.
Naturally occurring shelterDog shelterCareful dogsAlignment is crucialWhat is this tree doing here?Loading the swingIs this going to hurt?Confidence
Eventually, the trail wound down and the regroup was discovered.
Regroup and Down Down’s
Hidden in plane site, the regroup was tucked into the construction equipment close to the active building sites. High density housing is happening here!
Regroup with convenient seating on the adjacent equipment
Insane bolt testing the horn on the small loader
Hardly last to arrive at the regroup
The group redeployed to the starting location and set up for a down down circle.
Down Down circle
Ready for Down Down’sLiquor lots (and puppies) show their beer pouring skills
Lying Sack of Shit was appointed as Religious Advisor. A pink shirted choir of King Shit, Liquor Lots and Mmmmm Lady Fingers was selected to deliver the ceremony.
LSOS in the RA zone
Thinking about what song to sing
And so it begins. Crimes and punishments galore. LSOS had the liability of a hash shit that he wanted to move along. Multiple “big group” down downs ensured all the drinks were dispensed with.
HaresHares – linked drinkingStoolie and Rashy, and DastardlySlow ClapHardlySlow Clap and DastardlyChoir in actionInsane BoltA group down down
Moving the hash shit along did not go as planned. LSOS had to make up a story the ultimately gifted the spanking monkey to the originator PMS.
PMS can not believe she got the hash shit back…
On the Piss declared and we are done.
The police dropped by to see if there was anyone disturbing us, as they had some calls. Our response is that we were not being disturbed and if we were, we would call them back! They liked are set up and told us to have a nice evening. Could have ended differently!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The trail was around 6 kms. Great trail in new territory.
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