With warm weather and mosquito season upon us, it was great that Mmmmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft volunteered to set trail. Starting from the Bowness Community Centre, great terrain and the Bow River close by to provide great trail options.
The pack arrive and set up in the NW corner of the parking lot. The call to circle up was given by Camshaft and the group assembled in some sort of shape.
A circle in about to form
Swollen MemberHump the SharkLittlest HoeMmmmmm Lady FingersHot CheeksLiquor LotsJust AngelicaKing ShitBeer in the RearSlow ClapRashy BushStool StufferBooty CampAll Hands on DickScissor SisterSir Pukes-alot and Va JJKarate KlitMr. PeeeeeNutOn InWhale WankerPyroHardlyuLying Sack of Shit and Just EsterSnow BlowerTwisty
Camshaft called the circle to order and went through the announcements and introductions.
A circle of sorts
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks that were set. There was some talk about the marks being obliterated by the severe rainstorm the night before, so this will be interesting.
Camshaft, Mmmmm Ladyfingers with help by Littlest Hoe were the hares.
The hares describe the marksMost importantly, there was a regroup
The Trail
The pack was released to find the trail in the Bowness neighbourhood.
This is the way!Camshaft ensuring all is wellWalkers gather Hardly has a missionLiquor Lots and Just AngelicaKK leading Slow Clap, Scissor Sister and Beer in the RearHump the Shark navigates a curb
Playground sighting
Stoolie testing the weight limits of the spring loaded itemKK engaged in teeteringScissor Sister shows us how to slide rightKK and Just Ester teetering and totteringSir Pukes-alot teaching Va JJ how to playHot Cheeks is a swingerAppropriate use of spring loaded playground itemOh No! The shark has no chanceWe can balance thisMr PeeeeeNut contimplatingKai giving Twisty a kissWalkers on the bridgeAI re-invented King ShitView PointMr. PeeeeeNut in a sunbeamHow deep?This deepRashy charging throughA family affairMy shoes need a washOr a mud bathKK acts as a dip stick for water depthGetting wet makes me happyCamshaft pleased that the runners found the trail despite the obliterated marksTourist show of the bridgeArt Shot upstreamArt Shot downstreamLate Scoobie sightingSnow Blower swatting mosquitosSlow Clap racing Beer in the rearLooks like racing
Just Angelica and Liquor Lots
KS and KaiTwistyRashy can hear the regroupStoolie and CamshaftA good signYummy beverages in there
Eventually, the regroup was found and there was much mirth and merriment.
On In finds the regroupWhale Wanker in stridePyro has eyes on the Kayak
Back to the Bowness Community Centre to conduct the outdoor down down’s.
Getting ready for the down down’s
The beverages were assembled and it was time to conduct the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
Stool Stuffer had volunteered to be the Religious Advisor for this week. He diligently prepared his program and started off by appointing a choir of Slow Clap and Karate Klit.
Seem to be missing some of the action pictures, as I would expect the a down down for the choir, followed by the hares to be call up and thanked for the great run.
From Stoolie’s notes, Beer in the Rear – 50 runs
LSOS for doing a bad impersonation. On In for taking a long time to find the regroup.
Twisty for going down on trail and getting kissed by King Shit’s dog Kai.
Twisty went down on trail, and was rescued by Kai
Down down for all runners who did not run through the shiggy.
KK and Just Ester receive a down down
Skewbic Hair for being late…Scoobie and Pyro for being hero’sMmmmm Lady Fingers and TwiatyDown the RA and RA for next week
On In volunteered to be the RA for next week, and down down’s were in enjoyed as we were declared to be “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
A fine trail of some 6 km’s with a river crossing. For those that chose the get wet, a fine time was had.
With much enthusiasm, Snevil volunteered to set trail for the hash on what is coincidentally Guy Fawkes day. We are pleased that Snevil stepped forward as this date had not been filled as of last week. Perhaps it is the stigma with the date, for those familiar with the Guy Fawkes story. Back in 1605, Guy Fawkes planned to blow up the English parliament building with 36 barrels of gunpowder. He was unsuccessful and was charged with treason. The day is also know as Gunpowder Treason Day. Look it up if you wish to know more about the fun times of 1605.
In spite of the date, Snevil successfully found a pub that was not closed, booked, or hosting trivia. The Trop was selected for the run start in the Marda Loop/Mount Royal part of town. Historically a dive bar know at the Tropicana, it now represents itself as a venue suitable for a group like the Hash!
Snevil coerced Camshaft and Mmmmm Lady Fingers to assist as this was to be a epic trail requiring many marks.
Hashers appeared and filled up the place prior to the run. With the changing of the clocks off daylight savings time, it was now “really dark” at the start of the run.
The TropSpace for the groupHashers milling about in the warmth
Eventually, it was time to go outside to greet the chilly, dark evening. PMS rounded us up and Insane Bolt lead the circle.
Hashers trying to make a circle
Strap On and PMSMenage and Hot CheeksBooty warming up Liquor LotsVeggie WankerLazy CummerHardly and TwistyLL revivedCamshaft and PyroPyro and Mmmmm Lady FingersHump the SharkComes and Goes – Blurry editionXXX Ray and Insane BoltSlow Clap and Roaring NancyKing Shit and Snow BlowerOn In (blurry) with photobomb courtesy of Strap On
Events, awards and archives were acknowledged. Apparently Menage has a significant birthday looming, and was suitably adorned.
Menage with a sashHot looking birthday girl
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks for tonight’s trail. Of note were “two view points” and some cryptic symbols that we had to figure out.
Camshaft, Snevil and Mmmmm Lady Fingers get readySnevil in the marking position
MD is Mucky Dip’s former residence. GP … Perhaps related to the General Wolfe statue on trail
There was mention of some pink flagging for the wilderness portions of the trail. The pack was released to find the marks.
The Trail
Off into the dark alleys and streets of Marda Loop in search of marks. On On was called and we followed trail and checked out all the check backs.
Off to a fast blurry startHot Cheeks follows the lightRemember the special marks?Mucky’s tiny house from the past. A closet masquerading as a houseStrap On has the brightest light nowJames Wolfe – keeping an eye on thingsHot Cheeks recreating her tumble from last weeks runHardly marches onView Point
The city at night
We had wilderness trail that was a challenge to follow in the dark.
Lazy Cummer follows Hot CheeksStrap On recharging
A better view of the city
Eventually, we stumbled upon the regroup wagon and enjoyed delicious beverages in the back alley near the pub.
Like a beacon of hopeOPP making the right choice
With the regroup completed, it was on to the Trop for the down down ceremony.
Down Down’s
Now back at the pub, we got ourselves organized and found seats, beer and food. They had pointy projectiles with feathers that looked totally not dangerous in the hands of a hasher.
We have a spot!Settling inInsane and OPP. Watch out!XXX Ray trying darts for the first time. Looking at the board helps some.
Time to get this party started. Hump the Shark graciously offered to conduct the event. Appointed Insane Bolt and Liquor Lots as choir and we were set.
Your Religious AdvisorInsane Bolt and Liquor Lots
The hares, the birthday girl, and other incredible offences were rewarded with down down’s.
HaresUp the hill!Strap On demonstrating her new super powerYou can see this from space!Roaring NancyKing Shit with the Onesie of shame OPP with a nice hash shitSnow Blower rockingAnother down down for Strap onFirst time tossers. XXX Tay and Booty Camp
Of course there was a birthday just about today. There was much rejoicing and eating little cup cakes.
You try looking this good at the age!Like fine wine, gets better with age!
Hot Liquor, representing the sitting hash, was acknowledged for his great contributions to society.
Lamenting of the end of 69.Best sitting hash ever!
Eventually, with the cup cakes eaten and no more stories to tell, Hump the Shark declared us “on the piss”.
On the Piss!
With all that done, we were able to get back to our mingling and socializing.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail somewhere between 7 and 8 kms depending on how many check backs you were sucked into.
This run has been in the planning stages for years. The important consideration was a birthday marking the beginning of a new decade of an important hasher. Mmmm Lady Fingers has crossed of the chasm of aging, leaving the serenity of the 50’s for the turbulence of the 60’s. She has embraced this challenge with multiple birthday celebration events, culminating with Run 2343, the birthday run.
The run was set from their Varsity mansion, enabling the hash to check our the various pathways and parks in the neighbourhood. An epic trail was planned and executed, drawing a large crowd of 34 hashers, including archives and new boots! Word was out that this was an event not to be missed.
The group circled up in the laneway to receive the instructions to follow to complete the trail.
Introductions, announcements, run marks description now done, the pack was released.
The Trail
The pack was released to find the marks. The trail took them through the pathways and alleys within earshot of Crowchild Trail. A clever false trail using the pedestrian bridges by the light rail transit station created confusion for most of the pack. Parks and frolic galore. Eventually, the trail was solved the the smarter hashers and all was good.
On on!
Playtime was appropriately observed in all parks that were on trail. Scaring some small children in the process!
PMS working on her portfolio
Booty Camp goes for a spinNight Stalker bongo practiceI can’t get enough of thisLike my glassesI can do this!A hoard of walkersCatch me if I fallHump makes a discoveryBalance is goodThese big pink things are enormous!
The Regroup
In the absence of any evidence of a regroup, I will insert a proxy photo from a past run.
Something like this
And then, legitimate regroup pictures appears from the interweb! A large turn out deserves a big picture!
Regroup hereBeer NearBeer Very NearUnique mark to the regroup resembling a squished squirrel
Good size group poses for a regroup shot!
The Down Downs
Hump the Shark was RA and singled out Lofty Prancer and Hardly as choir.
Religious Advisor
It’s that look…..
Through the line up, apparently the hare was down downed for setting a shitty trail and extending a birthday to a birth week celebration!
New boot and Can You Hear Me Now (CYHMN) for 300 runs.
New Boot Christian300 Runs CYHMN
We have archives in abundance. A good turn out from the old gang. Birthdays do that for some people…..
Beaver Flats, Hot on Trail, Bum Titty, Night Stalker and Can You Hear Me Now (CYHMN)
Apparently Strap On wore new shoes and was able to savour the new shoe taste!
Like my new shoesYes we like your new shoes. Here, drink from them to break them in!This is what I live for!New shoe taste
Stork like stretching from Daisy Duke and CYHMN. This is what scares people away from the group.
The crimeThe recreation!
A naming happened. Just Amy finally did something that warrants a name. The story goes that Just Amy was wearing an “M” word shirt, celebrating the Bacchus Marathon. Bacchus is a wine company.
Who me?Yes that is the “M” wordSomething back here too!
The literati in the hash came up the “Bacchanal”, a follower of Bacchus. The dictionary supports this with the definition: “an occasion of wild and drunkenrevelry“.
And there is more….
The nocturnal version of the Bacchanalia involved wine-drinking to excess, drunkenness and the free mingling of the sexes and classes; the rites also involved loud music.
Bacchanal will carry this name forward in the hash universe with pride.
There were other offences too numerous to catalogue. Here is a collage of some of the outcomes.
LSOS doesn’t let lack of keys get in the way of beer accessHash Shit from Fish FaceDoes this suit me?Apparently Insane Bolt accepted a Hash Shit from Strap OnSexual offence – Matching shirts“M” word volunteersRashy did something to StoolieInsane likes this hash shit soo much!
Eventually, the formal closing ceremonies were done and it was “on the piss”. Let the after party begin….
Apparently the birthday buzz was still strong and the monumental naming kept an amount of momentum for the group. Not sure of the details, but ask those involved if the party ever really ended….
Scribed in absentia by Skewbic Hair, with copious material from Mmmmm Lady Fingers, PMS, Liquor Lots, Hump the Shark and King Shit.
The Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6’ish km’s. Great trails through the neighbourhood with fantastic views.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
